Operations Manager - Meat Products Manufacturing Job at Affinity Executive Search, West Chicago, IL

  • Affinity Executive Search
  • West Chicago, IL

Job Description

Operations Manager – Protein Processing & Packaging Location: West Chicago, IL Compensation: $130,000–$160,000 base + quarterly bonus up to 15%OverviewA well-established ready-to-eat protein manufacturer is adding an Operations Manager to lead a large-scale, USDA-regulated processing and packaging facility. This is a floor-based leadership role — not a corporate or office-heavy position. The person in this seat will oversee multiple production lines, manage a sizeable hourly workforce, and be held accountable to clear performance metrics.The operation is structured, metrics-driven, and supported by experienced leadership above. There is a strong foundation in place — what's needed is someone who can step in, earn credibility on the floor, and drive results through presence and accountability.What the Role Covers· Direct daily production across multiple processing and packaging lines in a USDA-regulated, ready-to-eat environment· Lead three direct reports and a workforce of 80+ hourly employees· Own KPI performance across yield, schedule attainment, and labor efficiency· Use Red Zone or comparable systems to monitor and manage real-time production activity· Ensure full compliance with USDA, OSHA, and applicable food safety regulations· Manage production costs, labor utilization, and budget accountability· Partner with HR on staffing, corrective action, and employee development· Collaborate with quality, maintenance, and scheduling to keep lines running efficiently· Present performance updates and operational plans to senior and executive leadership· Lead short and long-term planning in coordination with the Director of Operations· Build a floor culture rooted in safety, accountability, and continuous improvementWhat They Need· BS/BA in Engineering, Animal Science, Operations, or a related field is preferred, or an equivalent of 10+ years of meat processing leadership experience is required· 2-5+ years of leadership experience inside a USDA-regulated, ready-to-eat meat processing facility· Strong floor presence with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels including executive leadership· Solid understanding of production KPIs, OEEs, yield management, and labor metrics· Experience with Red Zone or similar production management platforms preferred· Comfortable leading in a union manufacturing environment· Bilingual English and Spanish is a plus· Proficient in Microsoft Office and ERP systems preferred

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