Plant Manager providing leadership and operational ownership in grain handling facility. Managing performance across safety, quality, production, and team development in Buffalo, ND.
Responsibilities
Provide overall leadership and accountability for daily plant operations, including grain handling, processing lines, and warehouse activities
Own plant production planning and execution in partnership with the Plant Coordinator, ensuring throughput, labor efficiency, and customer commitments are consistently met
Establish and monitor key performance indicators related to safety, production, quality, inventory accuracy, and operational efficiency
Lead, develop, and retain a diverse plant team through clear expectations, coaching, performance management, and succession planning
Foster a culture of accountability, engagement, and continuous learning
Maintain full accountability for grain storage, inventory accuracy, and traceability through timely and accurate posting of receipts, shipments, and production outputs
Champion quality and sanitation programs, driving improvements that elevate internal and external audit performance
Ensure products meet all quality standards and that deviations are quickly identified, escalated, and corrected
Serve as the visible safety leader for the facility, ensuring all safety policies, procedures, and safe work practices are consistently followed
Achieve and sustain a zero-lost-time injury culture through proactive hazard identification and employee engagement
Partner with the Maintenance Superintendent and Safety Coordinator to maintain plant assets and support planning for future capital improvement projects
Act as the primary point of contact for third-party vendors and contractors, ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant execution of on-site work
Requirements
Proven ability to lead complex plant operations with accountability for safety, quality, people, and assets
Bachelor’s degree in business, operations, or a related field or seven or more years of progressive experience in plant or grain operations
Three or more years of experience managing and developing direct teams of 10+ employees
Working knowledge of food safety systems, quality standards, and industrial safety practices
Demonstrated success leading teams through change and continuous improvement initiatives
Strong communication, decision-making, and interpersonal skills
Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, hands-on manufacturing environment
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, 401(k), and paid time off
Strong safety culture with extensive training and leadership support
Opportunity to lead and influence plant performance in a growing, customer-centric organization
Value-driven culture built on honesty, integrity, and reliability
Collaborative, high-energy team environment that celebrates success
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