Plant Superintendent

Barrett Petfood•Little Falls, MN

7d•$95,000 - $110,000•Onsite

About The Position

Join Barrett Petfood as a Full-Time Plant Superintendent and take your career to the next level in our vibrant manufacturing environment in Little Falls, MN. This onsite role offers an exciting opportunity to lead a dynamic team, drive innovation in production processes, and ensure the highest safety standards are met. You'll play a pivotal role in problem-solving and enhancing our customer-centric approach while fostering a fun and high-performance culture. With a competitive salary range of $95,000 - $110,000, you will be rewarded for your expertise and commitment. This position not only allows you to make a significant impact on our operations but also gives you the chance to grow professionally within a company that values integrity and excellence. Your schedule will be Mon - Fri 7pm - 330am. To excel as a Full-Time Plant Superintendent at Barrett Petfood, candidates must possess a robust set of skills and experiences that align with our fast-paced manufacturing environment. Excellent organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail are crucial, alongside proven time management abilities to meet strict deadlines. A strong analytical mindset paired with problem-solving expertise is essential for addressing the challenges that arise daily. Prospective applicants should have over five years of supervisory experience, demonstrating effective leadership within a manufacturing or food/industrial production setting, ideally involving extrusion or continuous-process operations. The ability to thrive in a high-pressure environment while maintaining a thorough understanding of raw materials, production processes, and quality control is vital. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite or related software, along with a forklift certification, rounds out the necessary qualifications for success in this role.

Requirements

Excellent organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail
Proven time management abilities to meet strict deadlines
A strong analytical mindset paired with problem-solving expertise
Over five years of supervisory experience, demonstrating effective leadership within a manufacturing or food/industrial production setting, ideally involving extrusion or continuous-process operations.
The ability to thrive in a high-pressure environment while maintaining a thorough understanding of raw materials, production processes, and quality control is vital.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite or related software
Forklift certification
3-5 years progressive leadership experience in a manufacturing or food/industrial production environment, preferably extrusion or continuous‑process operations.

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary point of contact for daily plant operations, work direction, and issue resolution.
Lead, coach, and support Production and Packaging Supervisors; provide regular feedback and performance guidance.
Coordinate operations across shifts and departments to meet production, quality, and delivery goals.
Monitor production processes and product quality; ensure all customer specifications and QA standards are met.
Act as a process expert-supporting operators, troubleshooting issues, and correcting inefficiencies.
Promote and enforce safety compliance with all federal, state, local, and company regulations.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on efficiency, waste reduction, and manufacturing best practices.
Support onboarding, training, and development of supervisors and operators; play a key role in trainee programs.
Work closely with maintenance to ensure preventive maintenance programs are followed and equipment issues are addressed proactively.
Oversee operation and setup of extrusion and auxiliary equipment as needed; maintain accurate setup records.
Monitor shrink and material usage to ensure losses remain within acceptable standards.
Assist with inventory control in production and packaging areas, ensuring FIFO and just‑in-time practices are followed.
Report operational performance, issues, and improvement opportunities to the Plant Manager.
Collaborate with leadership on long‑term capacity planning, equipment needs, and policy improvements.