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Simos

Plant Manager

Clarkesville, GA · On-site

$120K - $135K/yr

Description We are seeking an experienced Plant Manager to join our team in a full-time, direct ... Strong knowledge of food manufacturing processes, quality systems, and regulatory compliance

Food Talent Solutions

MO · On-site

Food Talent Solutions has partnered with a repeat family-owned client rooted in St. Louis; this ... Due to continued growth & promotion they are looking for a plant mgr to lead one of their growing ...

KCO Resource Management

Plant Manager

Syracuse, NY

$140K - $190K/yr

The Plant Manager will play a critical role in mentoring management, establishing operational goals ... with all food safety, quality, and regulatory requirementsCollaborate with engineering and ...

Teasdale Latin Foods

Plant Manager

Carrollton, TX

PLANT MANAGER - CARROLLTON, TX OVERVIEW: The Plant Manager will be responsible for managing all ... In-depth knowledge of food safety regulations and quality standards. * Proven experience in process ...

Hearthside Food Solutions LLC

Plant Manager

Geneva, IL · On-site

$124K - $212K/yr

... processes and maintaining high standards of quality and safety. This role requires strong ... Proven experience (10+ years) in a managerial role within a co-manufacturing or food production ...

Teasdale Latin Foods

Plant Manager

Carrollton, TX · On-site

PLANT MANAGER - CARROLLTON, TX OVERVIEW: The Plant Manager will be responsible for managing all ... In-depth knowledge of food safety regulations and quality standards. * Proven experience in process ...

Roquette Frères

Plant Manager

Keokuk, IA · On-site

$185K - $280K/yr

The Plant Manager is responsible for full-site leadership and oversight of all operational ... chemical/food process manufacturing strongly preferred. * Experience leading in a manufacturing ...

Airgas

Plant Manager

Dayton, OH · On-site

Plant Manager Location: Dayton, OH (AMG) - ASU How will you contribute and grow? We are committed ... Make plant and process decisions, perform process troubleshooting, establish clear delegation of ...

Premium Waters

Plant Manager

Douglas, GA · On-site

Prepare and submit capital equipment recommendations, process changes, and building improvements ... FOOD SAFETY AND QUALITY OVERSIGHT RESPONSIBILITIES: * Customer specs./BOM * Water type/TDS/ PH ...

TRANSPACIFIC FOOD, INC.

Plant Manager

Salem, OR

To ensure that all efforts contribute to the best financial interests of Transpacific Processing ... food safety concern and empowered to do so LABOR CONTROL · Work shifts as scheduled or needed · ...

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How much do food processing plant manager jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for food 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.

What is the difference between Food Processing Plant Manager vs Food Processing Supervisor?

AspectFood Processing Plant ManagerFood Processing Supervisor
ResponsibilitiesOversees entire plant operations, strategic planning, compliance, and staff managementManages daily production activities, supervises workers, ensures quality and safety
CredentialsBachelor's degree in food science, engineering, or related field; management experienceHigh school diploma or equivalent; experience in food production
Work EnvironmentOffice and plant floor, overseeing multiple departmentsPrimarily on the production floor supervising staff
Industry UsageCommonly used in large-scale food processing facilitiesFound in both small and large food production settings

The Food Processing Plant Manager focuses on overall plant operations, strategic planning, and compliance, while the Food Processing Supervisor handles daily production activities and staff supervision. Both roles are essential but differ in scope and responsibilities within the food processing industry.

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Infographic showing various Food Processing Plant Manager job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 66% Full Time, and 34% Part Time. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $116,420 per year, or $56 per hour.
Food Safety Quality Assurance Manager (FSQA)

Food Safety Quality Assurance Manager (FSQA)

Foster Farms

Fresno, CA • On-site

$125K - $156K/yr

Full-time

Posted 26 days ago

Foster Farms rating

6.2

Company rating: 6.2 out of 10

Based on 43 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

290th of 395 rated food and drinks producers

Job description


Pay Range: $125,300 - $156,625 per year
The FSQA Manager works directly with the processing plant manager to ensure compliance with Foster Farms, FSIS/USDA, and customer requirements. The incumbent administers, executes, and verifies the effective implementation of Food Safety and Quality Assurance (FSQA) policies programs to ensure the safety, legality, and quality of products. This position manages and develops FSQA Assistant Manager, Supervisors, a HACCP Coordinator, and an extensive technical staff at the processing plant level to achieve department and company goals. This position has the sole in-plant authority to release or retain products on FSQA Hold for quality or regulatory concerns, thus sound judgment in rendering a product as wholesome is required.
Job Functions:
The incumbent is responsible for:
  • Functioning as the primary FSQA leader; managing and enforcing the implementation, verification, and validation of Food Safety programs such as HACCP/SSOP Plans; ensuring adherence with GFSI and Company internal audit standards; managing the regulatory relationship with local USDA/FSIS/AMS and other regulatory agencies; retaining products that do not conform to customer requirements, finished product specifications, or legal requirements; and rendering product dispositions, including the release into commerce.
  • Managing the implementation, maintenance, evaluation, and enforcement of: USDA regulations including the working relationship with local USDA/FSIS/AMS; company FSQA policies and programs (environmental monitoring, Good Manufacturing Practices, pest control, allergen control, and finished product specification compliance); and all product monitoring programs that have legal (FSIS requirements), customer, and company requirements.
  • Overseeing all team members at the processing facility (including visitors and contractors) to ensure competence in maintaining food safety and quality compliance. This includes the design, coordination, and execution of required training in collaboration with the Human Resources, Operations, Sanitation, Maintenance, and FSQA teams to promote a culture of food safety and quality.
  • Leading pathogen testing root cause investigations in partnership with Operations management to address and correct processing, sanitation, and maintenance-related deficiencies that might impact finished product safety, quality, or regulatory compliance.
  • In partnership with Operations management, leading investigations to determine the root cause for finished product quality non-compliance and customer or consumer complaints and correct and prevent manufacturing, mechanical, formulation, or process control deficiencies that may lead to finished product noncompliance.
  • In partnership with the site's Operations manager, scheduling meetings and direct communications with local USDA/FSIS/AMS to coordinate and report resolution of regulatory non-compliance, as well as providing Foster Farms' Corporate management team with data and reports to address all noncompliance trends.
  • Evaluating facility specific FSQA programs and procedures to established standards and modifying programs to conform with regulatory requirements and company policies.
  • Managing and improving the FSQA data reporting systems, communicating trends and root-cause analyses to Corporate management for noncompliance resolution and process improvement.
  • Actively leading team projects to drive continuous improvement in product safety and quality. This may include commercialization projects organized by R&D for new products.
  • Actively managing all Company and FSQA Key Performance Indicators to ensure achievement of Corporate FSQA objectives.

Qualifications
  • A Bachelor of Science (or equivalent) degree from a 4-year, accredited college or university, preferably in the area of food or animal science, chemistry, microbiology or related field is required (extensive experience and demonstrated equivalent knowledge may be considered in lieu of formal education).
  • An advanced degree is preferred (as this position is considered a key development role for advancement to the Corporate FSQA team).
  • Proficient use of Microsoft Office products is required and experience with SAP and enterprise data management systems is strongly preferred.
  • Minimum required 5 years of work experience in food processing with supervisory and management experience for food safety and quality systems.
  • Previous managerial experience supervising salaried and non-salaried team members is required.
  • Demonstrated proficiency leading and managing cross-functional teams is required.

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