Plant Director – Food Manufacturing
Are you a dynamic operations leader with a passion for building strong teams, driving efficiency, and leading a high-performing food manufacturing facility? A growing, specialty food producer is seeking a Plant Director to oversee all aspects of its St. Louis, MO manufacturing site.
This role is an opportunity to make a significant impact—leading a team of 70+ employees in a fast-paced, high-volume environment that produces over 50 million pounds of finished goods annually. The ideal candidate will be a hands-on leader who thrives on cross-functional collaboration, operational excellence, and strategic problem-solving.
What You’ll Do
- Lead the overall operations strategy, ensuring efficiency, quality, and profitability.
- Develop and mentor a high-performing team, fostering a strong, collaborative culture.
- Optimize production processes, driving continuous improvement and cost savings.
- Oversee equipment and facility strategies, ensuring long-term asset performance.
- Champion a safe, high-quality manufacturing environment, maintaining compliance with food safety and operational best practices.
What You Bring
- 10+ years of experience in food manufacturing leadership, with a track record of success in plant operations.
- Strong expertise in bakery, coatings, or ingredient-based production preferred.
- Proven ability to lead teams, drive operational efficiencies, and manage financial performance.
- Experience with LEAN, Six Sigma, GMPs, and food safety programs is highly valued.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to influence across all levels of an organization.
Why Join?
This is a high-impact leadership role in a company that values innovation, integrity, and results. Competitive compensation, an attractive benefits package, and a chance to shape the future of a thriving manufacturing operation await the right leader.
If you or someone you know would be interested in discussing this opportunity, please contact Eli Jones at eli@curtisfood.com.