Production Facility Manager

West Pak Avocado, Inc.

. Serve as the Regional Plant Manager’s direct partner in running the facility .

Posted 10/24/2026full-timeSwedesboro • New Jersey • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $80,000 - $100,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong leadership and operational management capabilities in a production or distribution facility, with a focus on continuous improvement, quality standards, and effective team coordination. Proficient in managing staffing, budgets, and performance metrics while ensuring compliance with safety and operational protocols.

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Production ManagementLeadership DevelopmentBilingual in English and SpanishMicrosoft Office ProficiencyFresh Produce Experience

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Hard Skills

Operations ManagementBudget ControlQuality AssuranceProject ManagementStaff TrainingProduction SchedulingCost Reduction AnalysisPerformance MonitoringPackaging Equipment KnowledgeProblem-Solving

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationAttention to DetailTime ManagementDecision-MakingCollaboration

Industry Keywords

Food ManufacturingPerishablesProduction FacilityWarehouse OperationsCross-Site Coordination

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the Regional Plant Manager’s direct partner in running the facility
Carry out plant priorities and follow through on assigned initiatives
Act as manager of the New Jersey facility during the Plant Manager’s absence
Take responsibility for daily operations, staffing decisions, and escalations
Keep the Regional Plant Manager informed of operational issues, performance trends, and personnel matters
Represent the facility in cross-site and corporate meetings as delegated
Coordinate plant activities across Production, Shipping and Receiving, Bagging, and Ripening departments
Work with quality personnel to review product consistency and identify trends and improvement areas
Review production schedules and standard operating procedures
Coordinate with HR to hire, train, and deploy warehouse personnel
Monitor operating expenses and research cost-reduction opportunities
Support development and control of profits, plans, and department budget
Analyze workforce requirements and allocate production employees
Establish and monitor performance against production and quality standards
Provide direction, development, leadership, and training to supervisors and staff
Maintain shop floor organization and plant cleanliness
Promote continuous improvement by removing waste and production constraints
Complete operations-related project management activities
Implement new value-added warehouse programs
Maintain working knowledge of packaging equipment such as sizer lines and bagging equipment

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in business or a related field preferred but not required
Minimum 3 years of experience in a management or supervisory leadership role at a production, packing, or distribution facility
Fresh produce, perishables, or food manufacturing experience strongly preferred
Bilingual in English and Spanish strongly preferred
Competency in Microsoft applications including Word, Excel, and Outlook
Excellent verbal and written communication and follow-through skills
Excellent math and problem-solving skills
Attention to detail and desire to produce high-quality work
Good time management and organizational skills
Ability to deliver results under challenging deadlines
Ability to step into the lead role with confidence and make sound decisions when the Plant Manager is unavailable
Ability to operate both autonomously and as part of a wider collaborative team
Ability to multitask and work well under pressure
Frequent standing, walking, and upper body movements
Full repetitive use of both hands and fingers
Ability to bend, stoop, reach above and below shoulder level, lift, and carry
Ability to work near chemical products, machinery, moving mechanical parts, stacks, and pallets
Ability to work in high-noise, hot, cold, wet, and humid environments
Ability to occasionally lift up to 80 lbs., with or without assistance

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) retirement plan with company match
Paid time off
Paid holidays
Life and disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Annual performance review
Bonus programs
Flexibility for overtime, including weekends