Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Production Manager – USDA Food Manufacturing - Independence, IA

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Salary: $120,000 - $160,000 per year

A bit about us:

We are a rapidly growing, next-generation food processor rooted in excellence, integrity, and community. From our 125,000+ sq ft USDA- and FDA-certified facility, we specialize in fresh protein processing and freezing—no slaughter performed onsite. At peak capacity, we operate with a team of 230, producing over 800,000 pounds weekly and supporting an annual output exceeding 150 million pounds. Backed by experienced leadership and $15 million in planned facility upgrades, we are positioned for long-term, sustainable growth and continued innovation across operations.

Why join us?

• Salary up to $150k + Performance Bonuses + Quarterly Profit Sharing
• Full Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, 401(k) with Match, PTO
• Stable, growth-focused company with a collaborative culture

Job Details

• Lead daily operations across 90+ employees and 4 shift leaders, ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant execution of production processes
• Supervise and develop the Assistant Production Manager and shift leadership team, driving accountability and staff performance
• Drive KPI performance including yield, efficiency, labor productivity, and waste reduction
• Ensure compliance with USDA/FDA regulations, workplace safety standards, and internal food safety protocols
• Oversee labor and resource planning, including staffing, scheduling, and cost management
• Implement and manage quality systems to ensure consistent product standards and customer satisfaction
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives to optimize throughput, reduce variability, and scale operations
• Represent production in customer interactions, senior leadership meetings, and cross-functional collaboration with Quality, Maintenance, Engineering, and Supply Chain
• Provide regular production updates and strategic recommendations to the General Manager and Senior Leadership Team

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Operations Management, or related field
• 8+ years of progressive leadership experience in food manufacturing, including managing teams of 90+ employees
• Proven ability to drive production KPIs (yield, efficiency, labor productivity, waste reduction)
• Demonstrated success scaling operations and implementing sustainable systems
• Deep expertise in USDA/FDA-regulated environments with strong food safety and compliance knowledge
• Proficiency with ERP systems and data-driven decision-making
• Six Sigma Black Belt and Lean Manufacturing experience (preferred)
• HACCP, SQF, or PCQI certifications (preferred)
• Protein manufacturing experience strongly preferred
• OSHA 10 or 30 certification is a plus

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