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Mary Dickson

Superintendent

Newark, DE · On-site

The Refinery Superintendent will provide strategic operational oversight for assigned production ... Minimum of four years of related work experience in a food manufacturing settingPREFERRED ...

JBS USA

MAINTENANCE SUPERINTENDENT I

Columbia, MO

Maintenance Superintendent Position Type: Full-Time FLSA Status: Salaried Exempt Department ... Minimum 7 years of maintenance leadership experience in a food manufacturing, meat processing, or ...

JBS USA

MAINTENANCE SUPERINTENDENT I

Columbia, MO · On-site

Maintenance Superintendent Position Type: Full-Time FLSA Status: Salaried Exempt Department ... Minimum 7 years of maintenance leadership experience in a food manufacturing, meat processing, or ...

JBS USA

MAINTENANCE SUPERINTENDENT I

Columbia, MO · On-site

Maintenance Superintendent Position Type: Full-Time FLSA Status: Salaried Exempt Department ... Minimum 7 years of maintenance leadership experience in a food manufacturing, meat processing, or ...

Cargill

FSQR Superintendent

Camp Hill, PA · On-site

This position is in our Food Enterprise where we are committed to serving food manufacturers, food ... Job Purpose and Impact The FSQR Superintendent will provide strategic oversite for the plant and ...

Cargill

FSQR Superintendent

Camp Hill, PA

This position is in our Food Enterprise where we are committed to serving food manufacturers, food ... Job Purpose and Impact The FSQR Superintendent will provide strategic oversite for the plant and ...

JBS USA

MAINTENANCE SUPERINTENDENT I

Columbia, MO · On-site

Maintenance Superintendent Position Type: Full-Time FLSA Status: Salaried Exempt Department ... Minimum 7 years of maintenance leadership experience in a food manufacturing, meat processing, or ...

Pilgrim

MAINTENANCE SUPERINTENDENT I

Columbia, MO · On-site

Minimum 7 years of maintenance leadership experience in a food manufacturing, meat processing, or ... JOB SUMMARY The Maintenance Superintendent is responsible for leading and managing all maintenance ...

Intermedia Group

SALT Refinery Superintendent

Newark, CA · On-site

$124K - $160K/yr

Food & Beverages JOB CATEGORY: Manufacturing - Plant Management * This position is in our client ... The Refinery Superintendent will provide strategic operational oversight for assigned production ...

H. T. PROF Group

Maintenance Superintendent

Cudahy, WI · On-site

Maintenance Superintendent - 1 st shift Location: Cudahy, Wisconsin Job Summary of the Maintenance ... Food manufacturing experience * Maintenance Supervisory experience. * Experience acting as a lead ...

JBS Imports

MAINTENANCE SUPERINTENDENT I

Columbia, MO · On-site

Maintenance Superintendent Position Type: Full-Time FLSA Status: Salaried Exempt Department ... Minimum 7 years of maintenance leadership experience in a food manufacturing, meat processing, or ...

H. T. PROF Group

Maintenance Superintendent - 1 st shift Location: Cudahy, Wisconsin Job Summary of the Maintenance ... Food manufacturing experience * Maintenance Supervisory experience. * Experience acting as a lead ...

Soap Creek Resources

Maintenance Superintendent

Cudahy, WI · On-site

$100K - $130K/yr

Maintenance Superintendent 1st Shift Location: Cudahy, Wisconsin Salary: $100K 130K plus flat rate ... Food manufacturing experience * Maintenance Supervisory experience. * Experience acting as a lead ...

New

JBS USA

MAINTENANCE SUPERINTENDENT I

Columbia, MO

Minimum 7 years of maintenance leadership experience in a food manufacturing, meat processing, or ... JOB SUMMARYThe Maintenance Superintendent is responsible for leading and managing all maintenance ...

Clemens Food Group

Operations Supervisor

Hatfield, PA · On-site

... manufacturing leader looking to continue growing toward Superintendent, Director, or other operations leadership opportunities within Clemens Food Group.What You'll DoOwn performance across safety ...

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How much do superintendent food manufacturing jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for superintendent food manufacturing in the United States is $62,460.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $45,500.00 and $71,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Superintendent Food Manufacturing vs Quality Assurance Supervisor?

AspectSuperintendent Food ManufacturingQuality Assurance Supervisor
CredentialsRelevant food safety certifications, management experienceFood safety certifications, quality assurance training
Work EnvironmentProduction facilities, manufacturing plantsLaboratories, quality control departments
Employer & Industry UsageFood manufacturing companies, processing plantsFood companies, quality assurance departments

The Superintendent Food Manufacturing oversees daily production operations, ensuring efficiency and safety. In contrast, the Quality Assurance Supervisor focuses on maintaining product quality and compliance with safety standards. Both roles require food safety certifications and work within food manufacturing environments, but their primary responsibilities differ—operations versus quality control.

What does a superintendent do in food manufacturing?

A superintendent in food manufacturing oversees daily plant operations, ensuring production meets safety, quality, and efficiency standards. They manage staff, coordinate schedules, enforce regulations, and implement process improvements to optimize output and compliance.

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Infographic showing various Superintendent Food Manufacturing job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 68% Full Time, 31% Part Time, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $62,460 per year, or $30 per hour.

MFG PLANT SENIOR OPERATIONS LEADER

Newark, OH • On-site

Kroger Manufacturing
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Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO

Re-posted 18 days ago

Job description

Supervise and control all planning, coordination and direction of production activities, ensuring maximum operating efficiency and product quality. Develop operations resource leaders to maintain and improve plant performance. Perform all jobs safely, efficiently and accurately to maintain and improve the performance of the entire plant in the areas of Safety, Quality, Reliability (SQR) and our Customer 1st strategy. Provide leadership that embodies our 7 Kroger Manufacturing High Performance Work System principles. Demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety.
From one tiny Cincinnati grocery store more than a century ago, we've grown into what today is the nation's largest grocer with nearly 2,800 stores in 35 states operating under 28 different names. As America's grocer, we take pride in bringing diverse teams with a passion for food and people together with one common purpose: To Feed the Human Spirit. With a history of innovation, we work tirelessly to create amazing experiences for our customers, communities AND each other, with food at the heart of it all.
Here, people matter. That's why we strive to provide the ingredients you need to create your own recipe for success at work and in life. We help feed your future by providing the value and care you need to grow. If you're caring, purpose-driven and hungry to learn, your potential is unlimited.
Whether you're seeking a part-time position or a new career path, we've got a fresh opportunity for you. Apply today to become part of our Kroger family! 

What you'll receive from us:

The Kroger Family of Companies offers comprehensive benefits to support your Associate Well-Being, including Physical, Emotional, Financial and more. We'll help you thrive, with access to:

  • A wide range of healthcare coverage, including affordable, comprehensive medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage, through company plans or collective bargaining agreement plans.
  • Flexible scheduling in full- and part-time roles with paid time off, including holiday and sick pay based on eligibility and length of service.
  • Emotional and financial support with free counseling through our Employee Assistance Program and free, confidential financial tools and coaching with Goldman Sachs Ayco.
  • Valuable associate discounts on purchases, including food, travel, technology and so much more.
  • Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement over your career, through our industry-leading Continuing Education program.
  • Vast potential for growth, through an abundance of industry-leading training programs and diverse career pathways.
For more information about benefits and eligibility, please visit our Benefits Page! 

Minimum
- Bachelor's Degree a related field supporting food manufacturing operations, or equivalent experience  
- 7+ years of experience in manufacturing operations
- Proven leadership ability
- Functional knowledge of Microsoft Office
- Essential math skills
- Must be highly organized and systematic in approach
- Ability to comprehend complex oral and written instructions
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Strong attention to detail, with a high degree of accuracy and precision
- Thorough knowledge of plant operations and procedures 
Desired
- Previous experience as superintendent or other mid-level management position in food manufacturing plant
- Working knowledge of Total Process Control (TPC) or lean manufacturing practices
 

- Maintain and communicate awareness of industry trends, including new developments in equipment, ingredients and customer needs
- Support and participate in the plant safety process
- Apply analysis and knowledge of plant processing and operations to develop and maintain department structure to satisfy production needs and objectives
- Advance recommendations on policies, procedures, techniques, facilities, production planning and all other matters related to effective plant and department operations
- Prepare production portion of operating budgets; implement and control approved budgets
- Communicate effectively with plant leadership to ensure efficient and timely policy implementation
- Communicate and coordinate responsibilities with all plant supervisory staff, including maintenance, sanitation, quality control and the plant office
- Maintain close contact with sales and marketing activity, keeping abreast of all sales and marketing activities that may affect production distribution
- Develop and implement methods for enabling all employees to achieve plant production goals
- Develop department managers and associates to the fullest extent of their ability, while maintaining positive engagement
- Follow established programs, policies and practices to produce safe, quality foods that meet regulatory and company requirements
- Accountable to the Kroger Manufacturing Food Safety and Quality Principles
- Supervise and coach direct reports in the performance of their duties; complete performance reviews and provide feedback to direct reports
- Must be able to perform the essential job functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation
- Must be able to work around ingredients and/or finished products known to contain food allergens

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