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Opal Foods LLC

PROCESSING PLANT MANAGER Full Time ROGGEN PROCESSING, Roggen, CO, US 30+ days ago Requisition ID: 1836 Opal Foods is currently searching for a Processing Plant Manage r for our Colorado location

PROLIM Global Corporation

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Oversee all functional areas of a poultry processing plant, ensuring efficient and compliant operations across multiple production shifts * Lead, coach, and develop plant leadership and management ...

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Bachelor degree in Poultry Science, Animal Science, Business Management, or other related field of ... General knowledge of plant operations, food safety regulations, OSHA guidelines, GMPs and HACCP.

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Custom Processing Services

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The Plant Manager is the top level accountability in the Building 2 business unit. The Plant ... Provide exceptional process information and details to satisfy customer information requirements ...

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$100K - $120K/yr

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Heidelberg Materials

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$109K - $146K/yr

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Plant Manager

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$100K - $140K/yr

The company owns and operates processing plants in Renton and Federal Way, Washington, and shore ... The Plant Manager holds full accountability for the day-to-day operation of the facility, including ...

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Plant Manager

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$100K - $140K/yr

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E&E Foods, Inc.

Plant Manager

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$100K - $140K/yr

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As of Sep 15, 2026, the average yearly pay for chicken processing plant manager in the United States is $116,420.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $91,000.00 and $140,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Chicken Processing Plant Manager oversees the daily operations of a facility that processes poultry for consumption. Their responsibilities include managing staff, ensuring food safety and quality standards are met, coordinating production schedules, and maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements. They also handle budgeting, equipment maintenance, and may be involved in hiring and training employees. Effective communication and strong leadership skills are essential for this role.

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To thrive as a Chicken Processing Plant Manager, you need expertise in food production management, regulatory compliance, and supply chain logistics, typically supported by a degree in food science, business, or a related field. Familiarity with HACCP systems, quality assurance tools, and ERP software is crucial for daily operations. Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills help manage teams and maintain safety standards. These abilities are essential to ensure efficient production, regulatory adherence, and a safe, productive work environment.

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Chicken Processing Plant Managers often encounter challenges such as maintaining high food safety standards, ensuring efficient workflow, and managing a diverse team. Addressing these issues typically involves implementing stringent quality control procedures, investing in employee training, and fostering clear communication across all shifts. Additionally, adapting quickly to changes in production demand and regulatory requirements is crucial for maintaining plant efficiency and compliance.

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PROCESSING PLANT MANAGER

On-site

Opal Foods LLC
Food and Drink Manufacturing • 201 - 500 employees
Learn more about Opal Foods LLCexternal

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 13 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Manage the egg processing operations and oversee day-to-day activities at the processing facility.

  • Lead safety, bio-security, and regulatory compliance programs, and monitor safety initiatives to ensure a safe working environment.

  • Supervise processing team members, review performance, and implement process improvements to enhance operational efficiency.

Job description

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.

PROCESSING PLANT MANAGER

Full Time ROGGEN PROCESSING, Roggen, CO, US

30+ days ago Requisition ID: 1836

Opal Foods is currently searching for aProcessing Plant Manager for ourColorado location. The successful candidate will manage the egg processing operations. The position provides direction and supervision to processing team members to achieve quality, safety and operational goals. This position is responsible for day-to-day operations and overall processing results for this location.

Responsibities :

  • Provide the leadership necessary to obtain the goals set by Corporate Management.
  • Continuously lead Safety and bio-security program and initiatives for the processing facility.
  • Lead site processing operations in obtaining goals,
  • Monitor and coach processing team members to make them successful in assigned tasks,
  • Responsible for timecard review and team member performance management
  • Lead biosecurity and safety program initiatives.Support other safety matters throughout the Complex. Ensure that all employees are working safely. Manage retraining and implement change with purpose and urgency.
  • Oversee regulatory compliance and quality programs,
  • Oversee processing maintenance activities,
  • Lead a continuous process improvement initiative. Continuously look for opportunities to make processes more efficient and in alignment with overall organizational goals.
  • Review processing reports, conduct trend analysis and make decisions to maximize efficiency of processing operation.
  • Ensure compliance of all company policies and procedures.
  • Monitor individual performance of employees and provide guidance where necessary.

Requirements(knowledge, experience, skills, education)

  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel, PowerPoint
    and Outlook
  • Demonstrated ability to effectively speak, read and write in English.
  • Demonstrated ability to effectively manage team members.
  • Understanding of and ability to troubleshoot basic mechanics and to guide processing maintenance team.
  • Must be a hands-on and interactive manager willing to teach/train team members.
  • Ability to understand and implement company quality policy, food safety fundamentals, safety and conduct policies.
  • Ability to understand and ensure facility remains current and operates within all industry regulations.
  • Ability to motivate and lead employees.

Preferred Qualifications(knowledge, experience, skills, education)

  • Bachelor's degree in agriculture, business, or relevant course of studies
  • 3-5 years of Management/supervisory experience
  • Prior experience in an Egg Processing Facility
  • Excellent leadership skills

About Opal Foods: Opal Foods was formed in 2014 and is a partnership between Rose Acre Farms and Weaver Brothers. Our foundation is our commitment to our team, the quality of our product, our customers' satisfaction, and the welfare of our animals. Opal Foods provides high-quality, nutritious, affordable eggs to its customers through their farms based in Missouri, Colorado, Minnesota and Iowa with its headquarters in Neosho, MO. For information on Opal Foods, please visit our website at www.opal-foods.com.

Benefits: Opal Foods, LLC offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes PTO, options for medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, life, dependent life, and disability insurance. Opal Foods, LLC also provides a matching 401K plan.

Opal Foods is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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