ZipRecruiter

Log In

Butterball
Butterball

60 Butterball Operations Manager Jobs Hiring Near You

Butterball

PRODUCTION MAINTENANCE I

Mount Olive, NC

Provide mechanical support service in response to operational changes resulting from malfunction ... At Butterball, we exist to help people pass love on. As the most recognized name in turkey, the ...

Butterball

Warehouse Supervisor

Raeford, NC · On-site

Supervises the daily operations of the team responsible for inventory, supply room administration ... At Butterball, we exist to help people pass love on. As the most recognized name in turkey, the ...

Butterball

PRODUCTION MAINTENANCE I

Mount Olive, NC · On-site

Provide mechanical support service in response to operational changes resulting from malfunction ... At Butterball, we exist to help people pass love on. As the most recognized name in turkey, the ...

Butterball

Director, Sanitation

Garner, NC · On-site

... in management sanitation operations across multiple facilities, ensuring consistency, efficiency ... Butterball is committed to the fair and impartial treatment of all employees and applicants for ...

Butterball

MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN II

Mount Olive, NC · On-site

Provide mechanical support service in response to operational changes resulting from malfunction ... At Butterball, we exist to help people pass love on. As the most recognized name in turkey, the ...

Butterball

Sanitation Worker

Ozark, AR · On-site

$14 - $16.75/hr

... managing and reporting need for supply of cleaning chemicals necessary for the operation of the ... Butterball, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the fair and impartial ...

Butterball

Electrician - 2nd Shift

Raeford, NC · On-site

Provide mechanical support service in response to operational changes resulting from malfunction ... At Butterball, we exist to help people pass love on. As the most recognized name in turkey, the ...

Butterball

Electrician - 1st Shift

Raeford, NC · On-site

Provide mechanical support service in response to operational changes resulting from malfunction ... At Butterball, we exist to help people pass love on. As the most recognized name in turkey, the ...

Butterball

FSQA Sanitation Supervisor

Huntsville, AR · On-site

Butterball Core Competencies Caring about people, valuing contributions, and empowering to succeed ... Communicates with all levels of management to ensure they maintain control of the process.

previous page

Showing results 41-60

All JobsButterball JobsButterball Operations Manager Jobs

Butterball Jobs Information

What is it like to work at Butterball?

Butterball is a company that values teamwork, innovation, and customer satisfaction, fostering a collaborative and dynamic work environment. As a leading turkey processor, Butterball operates multiple facilities and employs a diverse team of professionals, including production staff, quality control specialists, and logistics coordinators, working together to ensure the highest quality products. Working at Butterball may appeal to candidates who are interested in a fast-paced, production-oriented environment with opportunities for career growth and professional development in the food processing industry.

Do workers at Butterball get paid breaks?

No. Most people don’t get paid breaks.
81% of people say they don’t get paid breaks.
Based on data from 37 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and April 2026.

Does Butterball pay people when they’re sick?

No. Most people don’t get paid when they’re sick.
88% of people say they wouldn’t get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 40 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and April 2026.

At Butterball, are sick days and vacation days separate paid time off?

Only some people have separate paid time off for sick days and vacation.
65% of people say they have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 20 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and April 2026.

Is the health insurance from Butterball affordable enough for their workers?

Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
95% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 21 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2025 and April 2026.

Do people get paid time off at Butterball?

Most people get paid time off work.
96% of people say they get paid time off.
Based on data from 24 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and April 2026.

How far ahead of time do people find out their work schedule?

Most people find out their schedule less than four weeks ahead of time.
  • 87% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts one week or less ahead of time.
  • 7% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts two weeks ahead of time.
  • 0% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts three weeks ahead of time.
  • 7% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts four weeks or more ahead of time.

Based on data from 15 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and December 2025.

Do workers at Butterball worry about hours?

Some people worry about getting enough hours.
42% of people report they worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 31 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and February 2026.

Do Butterball workers get to choose the shifts they work?

Some people don’t get to choose which shifts they work.
63% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 27 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and February 2026.

How easy is it for Butterball workers to change shifts?

Some people find it hard to change shifts.
55% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.
Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2025 and February 2026.

How easy is it to get time off at Butterball?

Most people find it easy to get time off.
78% of people report it’s easy to get time off.
Based on data from 36 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and March 2026.

Do Butterball managers change schedules at the last minute?

Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
79% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 28 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2026.

Do jobs at Butterball spill into time workers aren’t paid for?

Rarely. The job doesn't usually spill into unpaid time.
23% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 30 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and February 2026.

How easy is it to take sick days at Butterball?

Most people find it easy to take sick days.
79% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 38 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and March 2026.

Is working at Butterball good if you’re a parent or caregiver?

Most parents and caregivers say this is a good place to work.
69% of people who care for a child or other relative report this is a good place to work.
Based on data from 13 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2026.

Do people at Butterball feel treated with respect by their managers?

Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
76% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 38 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and April 2026.

Do people at Butterball get to take their breaks without interruption?

Most people get breaks without interruption.
73% of people report that they get to take their breaks without interruption.
Based on data from 37 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and April 2026.

Is it stressful to work at Butterball?

Most people feel stressed out here.
68% of people say they often feel stressed out at work.
Based on data from 40 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and April 2026.

Do people at Butterball enjoy their jobs?

Only some people enjoy their job.
43% of people report they don’t enjoy their job.
Based on data from 30 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and March 2026.

Do people at Butterball recommend working with their team?

Only some people recommend working with their team.
50% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 42 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and April 2026.

Do people get enough training when they start at Butterball?

Some people didn’t get enough training when they started.
41% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 39 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and April 2026.

Do people get support to advance at Butterball?

Only some people are given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 43% of people report not being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 37 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and April 2026.

Do people think Butterball’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?

Most people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
81% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 37 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and March 2026.

Do workers feel well informed about how Butterball is doing?

Only some people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
41% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 39 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and April 2026.
What other companies are hiring for Operations Manager jobs?
What are the most popular jobs at Butterball?
What are the most popular categories at Butterball?
Infographic showing various Operations Manager job openings at Butterball in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 95% Full Time, and 5% Nights. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution.
Maintenance Supervisor - RTE

Maintenance Supervisor - RTE

Butterball

Mount Olive, NC • On-site

Full-time

Posted 18 days ago

Butterball rating

6.7

Company rating: 6.7 out of 10

Based on 42 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

218th of 380 rated food and drinks producers

Job description

Guides the day-to-day activities for a team that ensures electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic servicing and efficient maintenance of production machinery and equipment, physical plant, utilities, and grounds. Ensures compliance with all regulations and company policies and procedures.
At Butterball, we exist to help people pass love on. As the most recognized name in turkey, the brand represents more than 60 years of cherished memories, providing quality, great tasting products that make meals something to celebrate every day. We proudly believe that life at Butterball means having a team who supports you, having the opportunity to grow personally and professionally, and making an impact on the health of others daily.
Whether you choose to work at one of our five (5) manufacturing facilities in NC, AR, MO, farms in AR, NC, and KS, corporate office in NC, IL, or in the field, we believe we have an opportunity for everyone to succeed. At Butterball, we believe in fostering a culture where every team member is valued, has the opportunity to grow professionally and contribute to our success. Join us in our Purpose and apply for an opportunity today!
Key Responsibilities
  • Supervises the day-to-day activities of a team of entry level individual contributors. Provides guidance, coaching, and support to ensure successful completion of tasks. Participates in HR activities such as hiring, terminations, performance management, goal setting, team member development, scheduling, etc. Enforces systems, policies, and procedures.
  • Directs the maintenance and repair of processing equipment, mobile equipment buildings and grounds in a safe and efficient manner.
  • Develops, schedules, and controls a preventive maintenance program to maintain production machinery and equipment in proper working condition.
  • Plans a continual work schedule to maintain all company property in a safe and healthy condition to achieve the best working conditions possible for all team members.
  • Inspects jobs in process and at completion to ensure that standards of workmanship and safety are maintained.
  • Ensures proper maintenance of facility machinery and building.
  • Coordinates with Sanitation and Operations to ensure that the equipment is ready for production.
  • Plans the work shift to allow time for activity in the Safety Accountability Process and the Maintenance Accountability Program.
  • Recommends, plans, and implements equipment needs to improve production efficiency and/or achieve cost reduction.

Minimum Qualifications (Educations & Experience)
  • High school diploma, GED or equivalent
  • 4+ years of relevant experience or the knowledge, skills, and abilities to succeed in the role
  • 1+ year of relevant leadership experience or the knowledge, skills, and abilities to succeed in the role

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Butterball Core Competencies
Caring about people, valuing contributions, and empowering to succeed is the Butterball Way. We recognize the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to Butterball and seek to create an environment where everyone can thrive. Everyone has a seat at the table and is expected to embody our core competencies:
  • Safety First: We put safety first. The health, safety, and well-being of our people, products, and turkeys is everyone's responsibility and everyone's jobs.
  • Integrity: We trust each other to do the right thing. We act with integrity and gain the confidence and trust of others through honesty, respect, and authenticity.
  • Stewardship: We take care of what matters. We are accountable to our commitments and take responsibility for the well-being of our teams, our quality, our customers, our business, our brand, and our communities. We are always answerable for our actions and those we lead.
  • Enthusiastic Attitudes: We create a climate where everyone feels they belong and can be engaged, every day. Where our people are enthusiastic and motivated to do their best and work together to make great things happen.
  • Continuous Improvement: We are committed to continuous improvement. We challenge ourselves and our company to constantly learn, develop, grow, improve, and innovate

Essential Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Knowledge of practical use of Mechanical, pneumatic, electrical, and hydraulic principals
  • Understanding of the principal of machinery and the total process
  • Good leadership skills with the ability to coach, support, and motivate a team
  • Ability to use math and physics to identify calculations needed in maintenance
  • Effective technology skills
  • Skilled at root cause analysis, investigating accidents, and troubleshooting
  • Ability to research, evaluate, and interpret data
  • Effective communication, organization, time-management, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills
  • Skilled at resource management, delegation, and prioritizing deliverables

Physical Demands
  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly required to stand, sit, talk, hear, reach, stoop, kneel, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer, telephone, keyboard, and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, color vision and the ability to adjust focus.

Working Conditions & Travel Requirements
  • Work will be performed in a variety of conditions including a climate-controlled office environment(s) and in a manufacturing plant environment with varying conditions, such as cold areas, wet areas, warm areas, chemicals, and other site conditions. This position requires the individual to wear and work in personal protective equipment while in the manufacturing environment.
  • The noise level of the office, laboratory and farm environment is usually moderate. The noise level in the manufacturing environment may exceed 85 DBA and require hearing protection.
  • Occasional travel may be required.

Disclaimer
We embrace equal opportunity employment. Butterball is committed to the fair and impartial treatment of all employees and applicants for employment without regard to gender, age, race, religion, color, national origin, physical or mental disability, military/veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, parental status, pregnancy, or any other status protected by law.
This position is deemed Safety Sensitive for purposes of Butterball's Drug/Alcohol Screening & Testing Policy. Details will be provided to individuals who receive a conditional job offer, or upon request.
The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of what is required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not imply or establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.
For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

What Butterball employees say

Pay

Benefits

Hours and flexibility

Workplace

Get the full story on Breakroom

Butterball logo

About Butterball

Sourced by ZipRecruiter

Butterball, LLC, one of America's most iconic brands, helps consumers celebrate Thanksgiving and every day in between. Located in the thriving Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina area, our goal is to provide a diverse array of career opportunities and paths which include our farms, processing facilities and support offices. We are the largest producer of turkey products in the U.S., and we make a lot more than Thanksgiving turkeys. Our company's measurable growth is in no small part due to our team members in North Carolina, Arkansas, Illinois, and Missouri, who each have a seat at the table to contribute to our success

Industry

Food and beverage wholesalers

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Garner, NC, US

Year founded

1954

Social media

FacebookTwitter

View All Butterball Jobs

Apply