Operations Manager

Poarch Band of Creek Indians•Atmore, AL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The PRM Operations Manager is responsible for leading all beef and pork processing operations at Perdido River Meats. This role oversees day-to-day plant operations, ensures regulatory compliance, and drives performance, efficiency, and continuous improvement in a start-up manufacturing environment. This is a senior leadership role requiring strong operational expertise, people leadership, and hands-on execution.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Meat Science, Food Science, Animal Science, Industrial Engineering, or related field
OR
4 years of progressively responsible plant experience in a related industry
10+ years of meat processing operations experience (15 years preferred)
10+ years of supervisory or management experience
Experience with new plant start-ups or major expansions strongly preferred
Strong knowledge of USDA, FSIS, HACCP, OSHA, and food safety regulations
Ability to work flexible and irregular hours as needed
Valid driver’s license and ability to pass background check

Responsibilities

Lead all meat processing operations including slaughter, fabrication, grinding, packaging, and shipping
Establish operational workflows, SOPs, HACCP plans, and compliance programs
Ensure compliance with USDA, FSIS, HACCP, OSHA, and food safety standards
Build, train, and develop plant leadership and production teams
Develop and manage KPIs to drive performance and accountability
Monitor production efficiency, yields, downtime, and quality
Partner with Quality Assurance and Maintenance to ensure audit readiness and equipment reliability
Lead corrective actions and continuous improvement initiatives
Promote a culture of safety, quality, and operational excellence