Assistant Operations Manager

Title : Senior Production Manager – Food Manufacturing

Location : Elk Grove Village, IL

Overview :

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Hire Type : Direct Hire

Benefits : Medical, Dental, Vision

Retirement : 401(k) with company match

Compensation : $115,000–$150,000 annually, plus bonus potential (based on experience)

Position Summary :

A leading food manufacturing company is seeking a Senior Production Manager to oversee multi-shift operations in a USDA-regulated facility. This strategic leadership role is responsible for driving operational excellence, optimizing production performance, and ensuring compliance with all safety, quality, and food safety standards. The Senior Production Manager will lead department managers and supervisors, champion process improvements, and play a key role in shaping the plant's long-term operational strategy.

Key Responsibilities :

• Provide leadership and direction to production teams to meet daily, weekly, and monthly output goals.
• Oversee production planning, scheduling, and resource allocation to maximize efficiency and minimize downtime.
• Partner with Quality, Maintenance, and Supply Chain teams to ensure compliance with USDA, FDA, HACCP, and GMP standards.
• Develop and implement strategies to improve safety performance, product quality, and overall plant productivity.
• Monitor KPIs, control operating costs, and manage labor to achieve budgetary and financial objectives.
• Coach and mentor production leadership, fostering a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and employee engagement.
• Support capital projects, new product introductions, and capacity expansion initiatives.
• Ensure adherence to company policies, food safety programs, and regulatory requirements.

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