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Are you ready to take the next step in your career? Join us for an exciting opportunity at Albertsons Companies, where innovation and customer service go hand-in-hand!

At Albertsons Companies, we are looking for someone who’s not just seeking a job, but someone who wants to make an impact. In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to lead, innovate, and contribute to the growth of a company that values great service and lasting customer relationships. This position offers the chance to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment that’s constantly evolving.

Main responsibilities:

Are you a leader with a passion for food production? Join us as the Plant Manager at Riverside Grocery Plant, where we craft delicious salsa and spaghetti sauce! In this high-impact role, you’ll oversee all aspects of plant operations, from production and quality control to staff management and process improvements. If you’re ready to lead a talented team and ensure the smooth, efficient production of our signature sauces, this is your opportunity to make a flavorful difference. Apply now and help drive the success of our iconic products! 

As the Plant Manager at Riverside Grocery Plant, you will oversee all day-to-day operations involved in producing high-quality salsa and spaghetti sauce. Your responsibilities will include managing production schedules, ensuring quality control, and maintaining a safe and efficient work environment. You’ll lead and motivate a diverse team, coordinate with various departments, and implement process improvements to optimize productivity. Additionally, you will ensure compliance with regulatory standards, manage budgets, and drive continuous improvement initiatives to keep our production at its best. Your leadership will be essential in delivering top-tier products to our customers. 

Strategic Plant Leadership: 

Provide visionary leadership for the entire food production plant, aligning strategies with organizational goals.  Oversee and optimize plant operations to enhance efficiency and productivity.  

Team Empowerment: 

Foster a culture of collaboration and excellence within the production team.  Empower team members through effective communication and support their professional development. 

Quality Control: 

Uphold and elevate quality standards, ensuring that every product meets or exceeds regulatory and internal specifications.   Implement and oversee robust quality control processes throughout the production lifecycle. 

Operational Optimization: 

Continuously identify opportunities for process improvement and operational efficiency.   Implement changes to enhance productivity while maintaining high-quality standards. 

Resource Management: 

Efficiently manage resources, including personnel, equipment, raw materials.   Optimize production schedules and inventory levels to meet demand and minimize waste.  

Safety Compliance: 

Prioritize and enforce safety protocols throughout the plant.  Conduct regular safety audits and champion a culture of safety among all employees. 

Regulatory Compliance Expertise: 

Stay abreast of food safety regulations and ensure the plant’s compliance.   Collaborate with regulatory bodies and manage inspection to uphold industry standards.  

Budget Oversight: 

Manage the plant budget effectively, balancing financial constraints with operational needs.   Implement cost-control measures without compromising quality.  

Innovative Problem Solver: 

Address challenges promptly and implement effective solutions.  Foster a proactive problem-solving culture within the team. 

Communication: 

Collaborate with other departments such as supply chain, logistics, and marketing to ensure seamless operations.   Facilitate open communication channels to address inter-departmental challenges.  

Performance Metrics Excellence: 

Develop and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to gauge plant performance.  Implement a data-driven decision-making process to drive continuous improvement.

The position will be based in Riverside, CA. 

We are looking for candidates who possess the following:

7 to 10 years of increasing levels of responsibility in a manufacturing environment.  3 plus years’ experience with implementing Lean Manufacturing Principles. 

We believe the successful candidate has these qualifications and experience: 

Strong leadership background – ability to direct a diverse unionized workforce.   Financial/budget management experience.  Capital project development, cost estimation, and management skills.  Proven negotiation, management, interpersonal, coaching, and team-building skills.  Managing for Results/ Development skills  Production Engineering knowledge.  Ability to interface with regulatory agencies.  Exceptional verbal/written communication.  Ability to manage and develop employees.  Strong skills knowledge of MS applications including proficiency with Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, - and PowerPoint and ability to grasp additional business-related applications. 

We also provide a variety of benefits including:

Competitive wages paid weekly Associate discounts Health and financial well-being benefits for eligible associates (Medical, Dental, 401k and more!) Time off (vacation, holidays, sick pay).  For eligibility requirements please visit myACI Benefits Leaders invested in your training, career growth and development An inclusive work environment with talented colleagues who reflect the communities we serve
 

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The salary range is $114,100 to $190,100 annually. Starting salary will vary based on criteria such as location, experience, and qualifications. There may be flexibility for exceptional candidates.

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