Plant Operations Manager Job at Dana Kowen Associates - Executive Search to the Manufacturin..., Modesto, CA

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  • Dana Kowen Associates - Executive Search to the Manufacturin...
  • Modesto, CA

Job Description

Plant Operations Manager (Food/Beverage/Pharma/CPG)

Fast-Track Opportunity to Plant Manager!

📍 Modesto, CA | 💲 $120,000–$155,000 + 15% bonus + 9% 401(k) match | 🚚 Full Relocation

A respected market leader in the Food and Beverage industry is seeking a hands-on, results-driven Plant Operations Manager to join its flagship manufacturing facility. This highly visible role is a clear and accelerated path to Plant Manager for a high-performing leader.

About the Role

As Plant Operations Manager, you will oversee daily production and planning within a large, fast-paced manufacturing facility that supports up to 1,000 employees. Directly managing a team of 150–300, with two direct reports, you’ll be responsible for driving performance, efficiency, and team engagement. This is a key leadership position with strong cross-functional visibility and influence across the site leadership team.

You'll drive operational excellence by:

  • Implementing standard work and leading change management initiatives
  • Sustaining continuous improvement through disciplined execution and autonomous maintenance
  • Engaging and developing employees to foster a high-performance culture
  • Collaborating with HR, Maintenance, Quality, and CI teams to meet production targets

What Sets This Role Apart

  • Fast-track promotion potential to Plant Manager
  • Work at a flagship facility within a well-established, high-performance organization
  • Be part of a company known for respect, recognition, and internal promotion
  • Enjoy a full relocation package , strong bonus , 9% 401(k) match , and tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree required.
  • Bilingual (English/Spanish) essential.
  • 7+ years of experience in Food, Beverage, Pharmaceutical, or CPG manufacturing.
  • 7+ years in operations or plant leadership roles.
  • Experience in medium-to-large facilities (400+ employees).
  • Strong background in Continuous Improvement.
  • Union experience is highly preferred.
  • Proven ability to lead teams in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
  • Passion for developing talent and driving engagement.

If you’re a high-impact leader ready to accelerate your career, let’s get going…reach out now!

Job Tags

Relocation, Relocation package, Relocation bonus,

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