Plant Project Manager

Ventura Foods

. Manage and guide commercialization projects within the manufacturing plant .

Posted 11/4/2026full-timeSaginaw • Texas • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in project management and commercialization within the consumer products and food manufacturing sectors, with a strong focus on process improvement and change management. Proficient in utilizing project management tools and methodologies to ensure successful project execution and stakeholder communication.

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Project Management ExperienceCommercialization ExpertiseChange Management SkillsMS Project ProficiencyPMP Certification

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Hard Skills

Project ManagementProcess ManagementContinuous ImprovementProduct LaunchesOperational IT ProjectsChange ManagementProject DocumentationPerformance MeasurementAttention to DetailMulti-tasking

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsOrganizational Skills

Tools & Technologies

MS ProjectSharePoint

Certifications & Qualifications

PMPLSS Certification

Industry Keywords

Consumer ProductsFood ManufacturingCommercializationProject CoordinationOperational RequirementsPackaging MaterialsCapital ProjectsPlant LeadershipProcess Change ManagementSafety Compliance

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage and guide commercialization projects within the manufacturing plant
Ensure new ingredients, labels, equipment installation, operational requirements, and packaging materials are in place for target launch dates
Serve as the single point of contact for the HQ Project Coordination team on commercialization activities
Facilitate required plant follow-up and represent the plant team on commercialization calls
Facilitate plant-directed process change management activities
Assign process owners for submitted change requests
Monitor active change requests through the SharePoint system and update request statuses
Conduct training on the change management program for new hires and as needed
Provide feedback on the change management tool and SharePoint site
Measure project performance using appropriate tools and techniques
Prepare project documentation and progress reports for stakeholders and senior managers
Establish project standards and methodology aligned with PMO processes
Report and escalate issues to management according to PMO protocol
Prepare materials for and facilitate plant leadership team project reviews
Provide guidance and recommendations on complex projects to the plant and PMO team

Requirements

What you’ll need

3+ years project management experience in the consumer products or food manufacturing industry
Proven record of successful commercialization, project and process management
Ability to travel up to 10%
Proven working experience in project management, continuous improvement, or change management in the consumer products and food sectors
Solid technical background with understanding and/or hands-on experience in new and existing product launches, capital projects, process and continuous improvement projects, infrastructure and operational IT projects
Strong project management toolset skills, such as MS Project or equivalent
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Solid organizational skills, including attention to detail and multi-tasking skills
Bachelor's degree is preferred
PMP and LSS certification is a plus
Bilingual in Spanish is a bonus
Must be willing and able to wear personal protective equipment as required
May be required to work typical shifts of 8–12 hours per day, with additional unscheduled time after hours and on weekends
May be required to work outside or in adverse temperatures, around vibrations, chemicals, fumes, food allergens, confined/dark spaces, and heights over 18 feet
Physical strength and dexterity sufficient for intermittent sitting, standing, walking, climbing, squatting, kneeling, pushing, and pulling; occasional lifting/moving up to 50 pounds or more with assistance may be required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Prescription, Dental, & Vision – coverage beginning on your 1st day for eligible employees
Profit Sharing and 401(k) matching (after eligible criteria is met)
Paid Vacation, Sick Time, and Holidays
Employee Appreciation Events
Employee Assistance Programs
Career growth opportunities
Training and professional development
Safe work environment