Director of Operations

Perdue Foods has a goal of becoming the most trusted name in premium proteins by creating products for consumers and for retail and foodservice customers around the globe while changing the way animals are raised for food. It is part of Perdue Farms, a fourth-generation, family-owned food and agricultural business deeply rooted in tradition yet with a forward-thinking mindset. We believe that success starts with our people, and our culture is built on a foundation of teamwork, integrity, and respect, where every voice matters and everyone is encouraged to contribute to our shared goals. We are dedicated to creating a supportive, inclusive environment where associates feel valued and inspired to make an impact, both within the company and in the communities we serve. From promoting growth and development to prioritizing work-life balance, we're committed to helping our team members thrive. That's Perdue.

Summary

Lead a high performing operation that delivers quality products, operational excellence, and strong financial results. As a Director of Operations, you will oversee all aspects of a further processing facility, driving efficiency, optimizing performance, and ensuring customer expectations are consistently met or exceeded. You will guide and develop leadership teams, build a strong and capable workforce, and foster a culture focused on safety, quality, and continuous improvement. This role is ideal for a strategic, results driven leader who excels at building teams, improving operations, and delivering sustainable business success.

The salary range for this position is $194,000 - $292,000 per year, based on experience and qualifications with annual bonus available (variable depending on performance).

In addition to the base salary, Perdue offers a competitive benefits package, including medical/Rx, 401(k) with employer match after 1 year, critical illness, accident insurance, dental, vision, life insurance, optional group life insurance, short-term and long-term disability protection, flexible spending accounts and paid time off.

Principal Essential Duties & Responsibilities
• Develops and executes business plans for areas of accountability with primary responsibilities focused on production, quality, maintenance, research & development and purchasing.
• Shared involvement in P&L, logistics, sales & marketing, human resources, and communications.
• Develop a strong, progressive management team to ensure growth of the business unit.
• Provides guidance to the management team in developing solutions and budgets for improving processes, maintaining facilities, and innovative problem solving.
• Builds company image by collaborating with government, and employees; and enforcing ethical business practices.
• Ensure compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements and promote a community image of the Company as the preferred place to work.
• Increases management's effectiveness by recruiting, selecting, orienting, training, coaching, counseling, and disciplining managers; communicating values, strategies, and objectives; assigning accountabilities; planning, monitoring, and appraising job results; developing incentives; cultivating a climate for offering information and opinions and providing educational opportunities.
• Ensures that product quality, service, and reliability meet or exceeds our customers' expectations.
• Accomplishes subsidiary objectives by establishing plans, and results measurements; allocating resources; reviewing progress; and making mid-course corrections. PPMC branded products are the priority focus of growth.

Minimum Education and Experience
• Bachelor's Degree, or equivalent related work experience, in Business or Ag-Business.
• 10+ years related work experience.
• Requires knowledge of budget development and administration, report analysis, USDA and employment law.
• Must have a broad integrated knowledge of plant operations, sales, quality assurance, finance and human resources.
• Must be able to travel to remote facilities and/or offices for meetings.
• Further processing knowledge of pork, beef and poultry and a strong mechanical aptitude a plus.

Physical Requirements and Environmental Factors
• Position is mostly sedentary but may require occasional moving to other offices or buildings.

When in a plant environment:
• Exposure primarily consists of wet and moist floors which include metal and plastic grating surfaces.
• May be exposed to temperatures of 28 degrees to 100 degrees Fahrenheit with both ambient and 100% humidity.
• May handle products from 25 degrees to 50 degrees Fahrenheit.
• May be exposed to noise ranges of 50 db to 110 db.
• May be exposed to all chemicals used in poultry, food, and processing facility.
• Must wear and use protective and safety equipment required for the job as directed by the Company.

Perdue Farms Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.