Operations Manager – Meat based products Processing & Packaging
Location: Southern Illinois / Western Kentucky
Compensation: $130,000–$160,000 base + quarterly bonus up to 15%Overview
A well-established ready-to-eat protein manufacturer is adding an Operations Manager to lead a large-scale, USDA-regulated processing and packaging facility. This is a floor-based leadership role — not a corporate or office-heavy position. The person in this seat will oversee multiple production lines, manage a sizeable hourly workforce, and be held accountable to clear performance metrics.
The operation is structured, metrics-driven, and supported by experienced leadership above. There is a strong foundation in place — what's needed is someone who can step in, earn credibility on the floor, and drive results through presence and accountability.
What the Role Covers
· Direct daily production across multiple processing and packaging lines in a USDA-regulated, ready-to-eat environment
· Lead three direct reports and a workforce of 80+ hourly employees
· Own KPI performance across yield, schedule attainment, and labor efficiency
· Use Red Zone or comparable systems to monitor and manage real-time production activity
· Ensure full compliance with USDA, OSHA, and applicable food safety regulations
· Manage production costs, labor utilization, and budget accountability
· Partner with HR on staffing, corrective action, and employee development
· Collaborate with quality, maintenance, and scheduling to keep lines running efficiently
· Present performance updates and operational plans to senior and executive leadership
· Lead short and long-term planning in coordination with the Director of Operations
· Build a floor culture rooted in safety, accountability, and continuous improvement
What They Need
· BS/BA in Engineering, Animal Science, Operations, or a related field is preferred, or an equivalent of 10+ years of meat processing leadership experience is required
· 2-5+ years of leadership experience inside a USDA-regulated, ready-to-eat meat processing facility
· Strong floor presence with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels including executive leadership
· Solid understanding of production KPIs, OEEs, yield management, and labor metrics
· Experience with Red Zone or similar production management platforms preferred
· Comfortable leading in a union manufacturing environment
· Bilingual English and Spanish is a plus
· Proficient in Microsoft Office and ERP systems preferred
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