Plant Manager

Pacific Coast Producers • Lodi, CA

4h • $160,000 - $200,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Pacific Coast Producers (PCP), a growing agricultural cooperative with food production facilities across the West Coast, is seeking an experienced and strategic Plant
Manager to lead our Production Facility in Lodi, CA. PCP is dedicated to investing in its people and fostering a culture of service, where each employee can do their best to make affordable, high-quality food for customers across North America.

Join our legacy of talented people working together to innovate and lead our industry. As a member of PCP, you will have access to a comprehensive benefits package that includes top-quality, medical, dental, and vision insurance, generous paid time off, and a retirement savings plan to help secure your future.

The Plant Manager will have overall accountability for directing and managing plant operations to meet quality, food safety, and customer requirements in a safe, cost-effective, and timely manner. The plant employs over 800 employees during the processing season and maintains an experienced year-round staff. The Plant Manager reports directly to the Director of Operations.

Requirements

• 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in food manufacturing (aseptic processing, canning, or similar environments strongly preferred)
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or related field
• Proven ability to lead large teams in a fast-paced, unionized setting
• Strong operational and financial acumen, including budgeting and performance analysis
• Demonstrated success driving continuous improvement and leading change
• Deep understanding of food safety systems and regulatory requirements (GFSI, HACCP, HARPC, FDA, OSHA)
• Hands-on leadership style with strong problem-solving capability
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results under tight timelines
• Strong communication skills with the ability to influence across all levels of the organization

Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of plant operations, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality production
• Develop and execute production plans aligned with raw material supply, demand, labor, and plant capacity
• Drive performance against key metrics including safety, quality, throughput, and cost
• Own operating and capital budgets; analyzing performance and implementing corrective actions
• Champion food safety, environmental compliance, and regulatory adherence (OSHA, FDA, SQF, HACCP, HARPC, GMPs)
• Build, coach, and develop strong teams through clear expectations and consistent leadership
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, reliability, and profitability
• Partner effectively with union leadership to maintain a positive and productive work environment
• Oversee capital projects and internal investments to support future growth and operational excellence

Benefits

• Competitive pay with opportunities for advancement.
• This position is eligible for our annual profit-sharing bonus program.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family, starting the first of the month after you join us.
• Retirement plans to support your long-term security.
• Paid time off including vacation, holidays, parental leave, sick leave, and bereavement.
• Life and disability insurance plus an Employee Assistance Program.
• Development opportunities through online courses, classroom training, and on-the-job growth.
• The stability of a farmer-owned cooperative with more than 50 years of success.
• A mission-driven culture focused on feeding families across North America.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees