Plant Manager

Given the growth focus of the Company, the successful candidate must be both a forward-thinking leader, a hands-on pragmatist who can implement practical solutions and a professional manager in tune with development of his/her staff.

The successful candidate will likely have 10+ years of proven and progressive plant management experience in a fast-moving, food, beverage or consumer-oriented environment where branding, business complexity, and efficient operations were keys to success. Preferably the candidate will have managed a plant or business with a high degree of seasonality. He/she will be a seasoned manager with an outstanding track record and reputation for his/her business acumen, business judgment, quantitative analysis ability, leadership skills and integrity. The candidate must have a solid understanding of operational and quality subjects with an ability to contribute toward the Company's business objectives. Demonstrated knowledge of lean manufacturing or continuous improvement principles is extremely desirable; as is production scheduling, technical aptitude, and project management expertise. Experience with both branded and private label products is desirable.

The successful candidate must also be an excellent manager of people, able to strike an appropriate balance between delegation and hands-on involvement, and able to build, direct and coordinate a proficient team. Given the increasing complexity of the competitive landscape and the fast-moving nature of the company's business, the successful candidate must be capable of handling multiple priorities simultaneously and promptly. It is also important for the candidate to anticipate or foresee, as well as address, issues before they become significant obstacles. The candidate selected will have proven leadership skills and the ability to respect the company's heritage while at the same time driving change initiatives that will enable the company to evolve to a an even more competitive existence in the near future.