Operations Manager

$65k - $70k

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About the Company Hiring: Our client is a well-established food manufacturer with a long history in the Buffalo, NY area.

About the Job: We are seeking a hands-on Operations Manager / Operations Lead to oversee daily plant operations within a USDA-inspected meat manufacturing facility. This is a build-and-run leadership role responsible for driving consistent, efficient, and compliant production. The position offers a clear path to expanded plant leadership as the business grows.

Key Responsibilities

Plant & Production Operations

Lead daily production activities including grinding, mixing, stuffing, chilling, and packaging
Ensure recipes, weights, specifications, and quality standards are consistently met
Manage production scheduling, order fulfillment, and workflow efficiency
Oversee raw material, packaging, and finished goods inventory

Team Leadership

Direct and supervise hourly production staff
Recruit, train, and develop team members
Set expectations around performance, safety, and accountability
Maintain a visible, hands-on presence on the production floor

Food Safety & Compliance

Ensure compliance with USDA, HACCP, SSOP, and food safety regulations
Maintain required production, temperature, and sanitation documentation
Support inspections and audits
Lead corrective actions and continuous improvement initiatives

Operational Performance

Monitor yields, shrink, waste, and labor efficiency
Identify bottlenecks and improve throughput and consistency
Partner with ownership on equipment, layout, and process improvements

Minimum Qualifications

3-5+ years of experience in a USDA-inspected meat or protein processing facility
Working knowledge of HACCP and sanitation programs
Experience in a hands-on manufacturing environment
Prior supervisory or production team leadership experience
Experience tracking yields, shrink, and cost controls
Mechanical aptitude with food processing equipment

Compensation: $65,000 - $70,000 Salary, based on experience.

Job Status: Direct Hire. Onsite in Buffalo, NY.

Code: IND123

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