Plant Manager

HiFyve is hiring a Plant Manager in the Food & Beverage manufacturing industry in Richmond, IN!Salary: $150,000-$195,000 plus 20% bonus Shift: Full-Time Location: Richmond, IN (relocation available) Benefits: Full benefits package Position Overview Leads daily operations at a large, multi-line food and beverage facility, overseeing production, safety, quality, maintenance, staffing, and continuous improvement. Prior plant management required. Key Responsibilities Lead overall plant operations including production, processing, packaging, quality, maintenance, warehousing, and logistics. Drive safety, SQF, food safety, and regulatory compliance across all departments. Oversee recruiting, staffing, training, and leadership development for a team of 3-4 direct reports and ~260 total employees. Set production priorities, manage scheduling, and ensure efficient use of labor and equipment. Lead CI/Lean initiatives and manage KPI performance in safety, quality, cost, and throughput. Review operational reports to ensure compliance and resolve nonconformities. Manage plant budgets and capital projects; contribute to annual operating plans. Maintain strong union relationships and ensure consistent application of policies. Build strong culture, employee engagement, and leadership alignment. Qualifications HS diploma or Bachelor's degree required. 8+ years operations experience in food, beverage, or pharmaceutical manufacturing. 5+ years experience as a Plant Manager required. Strongly prefer experience in union environments. Aseptic/ESL processing experience highly preferred. Proven ability to lead large teams, build culture, and drive operational excellence.

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