Our client is a growing food and beverage manufacturer in the Beaufort, South Carolina area. They produce a variety of locally sourced, consumer-ready products and run both a food processing operation and a bottling facility. They are looking for a strong Operations Manager / Plant Manager to lead production, oversee multi-shift operations, and help drive continued growth.
What You’ll Do
- Lead day-to-day operations across a multi-shift manufacturing environment
- Manage production planning, throughput, labor allocation, and workflow
- Improve processes to increase efficiency, reduce costs, and boost output
- Ensure full compliance with USDA, FDA, and food safety regulations
- Oversee both hourly and salaried team members and develop strong leadership on the floor
- Track and manage KPIs across safety, quality, and performance
- Improve packaging, processing, and bottling operations
- Support budgeting, forecasting, and operational planning
- Partner closely with leadership on scaling initiatives and operational improvements
What We’re Looking For
Bilingual English / Spanish is requiredStrong background in food, beverage, packaging, or similar manufacturingExperience leading multi-shift teams in a hands-on, fast-paced environmentSolid understanding of USDA, FDA, and related food safety requirementsProven success improving throughput, reducing waste, and driving process gainsAbility to lead, train, and communicate effectively with diverse teamsStrong problem-solving and operational leadership skillsComfortable in a high-growth environment with evolving demandsNice to Have
Experience with bottling or beverage processingBackground in continuous improvement, Lean, or Six SigmaExperience overseeing operations across more than one production area or brandCompensation & Benefits
Performance-based bonusFull benefits package including medical, PTO, and retirement planRelocation support considered for the right candidate