Assistant Plant Manager

Company Overview:

Pete and Gerry’s is dedicated to the humane treatment of animals, sustainability, and the restoration of the small family farm to the American landscape. Our farming model provides opportunities for family farms to remain in business, from the organic grain farmers who supply our feed to the families across the country that produce our eggs. Best of all, it allows us to provide you and your family with safe, wholesome, organic, free range eggs at a fair price.

Position Overview:

Under the direction of the Plant Manager, the Assistant Plant Manager will be responsible for directing and coordinating all aspects of processing of raw material to a finished product to support the daily production plans of the facility. The Assistant Plant Manager will collaborate closely with the Maintenance Department, Quality Department, and Inventory & Warehouse Department to meet production demands. This role is the point person for production, quality, inventory, and sanitation activities and personnel.

Posititon Responsibilities:

• Plan, schedule, and coordinate the production of high quality, safe and cost-effective products.
• Provide leadership to create an environment committed to quality, food safety, team member safety, and positive team member relations.
• Monitor all operations to evaluate yields, efficiency, labor utilization, and product quality, and take corrective actions as necessary to ensure continuous improvement of processes and procedures.
• Prepare and maintain a variety of daily data for processing metrics and analysis.
• Ensure processing and labor costs comply with approved budgets. Provide feedback in development of current and long-term goals and strategies and provide input for plant budget.
• Develop and implement methods of achieving plant goals within established parameters.
• Foster a safe work environment and ensure that all safety policies are complied with, and hazards are addressed.
• Maintain and enforce monthly safety trainings; instilling company goal of zero accidents.
• Enforce consistent, fair, and inclusive employment practices.Collaborate with Human Resources to administer company policies and procedures, address labor needs, and resolve staffing issues.
• Communicate and monitor specific expectations for supervision and team members.
• Ensure compliance with GMP, SQF, HACCP, SOP, EEO, OSHA, USDA, and other applicable laws and standards.
• Establish and maintain positive working relationships with USDA representatives, auditors, suppliers, and other management members.
• Perform other related responsibilities, as needed, to support business objectives.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Manage 1-3 Supervisors directly and approximately up to 30 team members.
• Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with company policies and applicable State and Federal laws.
• Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring and training associates, planning, assigning, and directing work, performance appraisals, rewarding and disciplining associates, addressing employee issues and resolving problems.
• Daily communications with the Plant Manager.
• All issues or non-conformances related to quality assurance or food safety must immediately be reported to the Quality Assurance Manager or departmental supervisor/manager for communication with the Quality Assurance Manager.

Position Responsibilities:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, management or related discipline, or equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in manufacturing or food processing industry, including 3 years in management, with a demonstrated track to record of accomplishments.
• Demonstrated ability to work well with and guide other people effectively, and to positively influence the attitude and performance of team members.
• Attention to detail and uncompromising concern for quality and food safety.
• Strong mechanical, technical, and analytical ability, including strong problem-solving skills and solid judgment.
• Strong mathematical and written and oral communication skills.
• Well organized and self-directed.
• HACCP certified a plus.
• Bilingual English and Spanish a plus.
• Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel
• Ability to work a flexible schedule and extended hours.

Company Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Maternity and Paternity leave
• Paid holidays
• Paid sick time
• Paid vacation time
• Tuition reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan with 4% employer match
• Footwear reimbursement for onsite employees
• Onsite employees receive free eggs weekly; remote employees receive coupons for free eggs
• Free breakfast on Mondays for all onsite employees
• Opportunities for advancement
• Great company culture

Pete and Gerry’s Organics is and Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to continually creating inclusive environments for all of our employees

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person