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Plant Manager

Center, TX ยท On-site

$163K - $215K/yr

Manufacturing / Mechanical (Poultry Processing) Salary: USD $163,000 - $215,000 / year Position Summary: The Plant Manager III oversees all operations within a high-volume poultry processing facility ...

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Description Plant Manager - Foodservice (Baltimore Campus) The Plant Manager - Foodservice is ... Poultry processing experience highly preferred. * Experience leading production teams in a high ...

The Plant Manager is responsible for the full oversight of our USDA-certified pizza production ... or poultry components. โ€ข Serve as the primary point of contact for USDA inspectors on-site ...

Plant Manager

Nacogdoches, TX ยท On-site

$180K/yr

Plant Manager At Pilgrim's, Safety Is A Condition, which means the safety of our team members comes ... Typically requires a minimum of 7 years of DIRECTLY RELATED experience in a poultry processing ...

The Plant Manager is responsible for the organizing and management of day-to-day activities for ... Kalmbach Feeds offers the highest quality nutritional products for livestock, poultry, and ...

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Plant Manager

Porterville, CA ยท On-site

$130K - $171K/yr

Carries out management responsibilities in accordance with the Company's policies and applicable ... poultry business. * Demonstrated financial understanding to include budgeting, staffing, and cost ...

Pilot-Plant Manager Position Type:Professional / Unclassified Department:LSUAG PL3 - SNFS - Food ... Clyde Ingram Hall - Poultry Science Pay Grade:Professional The LSU Agricultural Center is a ...

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How much do poultry plant manager jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 5, 2026, the average yearly pay for poultry 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 Poultry Plant Manager vs Poultry Processing Supervisor?

AspectPoultry Plant ManagerPoultry Processing Supervisor
CredentialsExperience in poultry operations, management certifications often preferredExperience in processing line operations, technical knowledge of processing equipment
Work EnvironmentOffice and plant management, overseeing entire plant operationsProcessing line, supervising workers and ensuring production standards
Employer & Industry UsageUsed by poultry processing companies for overall plant leadershipUsed within processing plants to supervise daily operations

The Poultry Plant Manager oversees the entire poultry processing plant, focusing on management, operations, and strategic planning. In contrast, the Poultry Processing Supervisor directly supervises processing line workers and ensures production efficiency. While both roles require industry-specific knowledge, the manager has broader responsibilities, including staff management and compliance, whereas the supervisor concentrates on daily processing activities.

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Infographic showing various Poultry Plant Manager job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, and 13% Part Time. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $116,420 per year, or $56 per hour.
Plant Manager

Plant Manager

Trinity Technology Solutions

Center, TX โ€ข On-site

$163K - $215K/yr

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Job description

Plant Manager III

Location: Center, TXย 
Industry: Manufacturing / Mechanical (Poultry Processing)
Salary: USD $163,000 โ€“ $215,000 / year
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Position Summary:
The Plant Manager III oversees all operations within a high-volume poultry processing facility, including production across three shifts, maintenance, quality assurance, safety, logistics, and process improvement. This role ensures efficient plant performance, food safety, and compliance with regulatory standards while driving cost control and operational excellence. The Plant Manager motivates and develops management teams, implements continuous improvement initiatives, and ensures the success of talent mapping, succession planning, and retention programs.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead daily plant operations across production, maintenance, shipping/receiving, and sanitation.

  • Drive quality assurance, food safety, and compliance with all legal standards.

  • Review cost, performance, and efficiency data to identify improvement opportunities.

  • Oversee capital projects, budgeting, and TQM initiatives.

  • Support workforce development and employee retention programs.

  • Ensure consistent communication, safety awareness, and operational discipline.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelorโ€™s degree in a technical or business-related field (required).

  • 8+ years of progressive leadership experience in manufacturing or food processing (poultry preferred).

  • Strong leadership, analytical, and communication skills.

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office; SAP experience preferred.

  • Willingness to travel (6โ€“11 trips per year).