Food Manufacturing Careers

Area Manager – Night Shift (Dark Meat Operations) | Food Manufacturing | $85K–$115K | Millsboro, DE

Area Manager – Night Shift (Dark Meat Operations)

📍 Location: Millsboro, Delaware (On-site)
💼 Employment Type: Full-Time | 🕒 Shift: Night Shift
💰 Salary Range: $85,690 – $115,000 USD annually
🚚 Relocation Assistance: Available
🛂 Visa Sponsorship: Not available

About the Role:

Step into a dynamic leadership role in a high-volume, fast-paced production environment. As an Area Manager for Night Shift Operations, you'll oversee multiple departments in a food manufacturing setting, ensuring safety, quality, productivity, and team performance are always top-tier. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape process improvements and make a meaningful impact on plant operations.

You’ll lead a team of superintendents, supervisors, and hourly staff across departments, managing everything from daily performance metrics to long-term strategic execution.

What You’ll Be Doing:

  • Lead and manage nightly operations across multiple departments, focusing on safety, yield, quality, and productivity.

  • Develop and implement process improvements to elevate service delivery using operational and technical resources.

  • Monitor and report key performance metrics, financial outcomes, and success indicators.

  • Create and maintain detailed project plans involving scope, costs, staffing, and timelines.

  • Foster a strong, positive team culture focused on safety and operational excellence.

  • Coordinate staffing schedules and ensure all operational goals are met efficiently.

What We’re Looking For:

  • 5–7 years of experience in a management or supervisory role within a food manufacturing or processing environment.

  • Demonstrated experience leading multiple departments in a high-throughput setting.

  • Strong understanding of financial analysis tools used in operations (e.g., Agristats).

  • Knowledge of HACCP and regulatory compliance within manufacturing.

  • Proven leadership with a hands-on, results-driven approach.

  • Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.

  • Bachelor’s degree preferred in Agriculture, Operations Management, Business, or related field.

Nice to Have:

  • Prior experience in poultry or protein processing environments.

  • Certifications in food safety or operational leadership.

Perks & Benefits:

  • Competitive base salary up to $115,000/year

  • Comprehensive benefits package

  • Relocation assistance for qualified candidates

  • Interview travel reimbursement

  • Career advancement opportunities within a structured and supportive environment

Important Notes:

  • On-site role based in Millsboro, DE (Night Shift only)

  • This role does not support visa sponsorship

  • Occasional travel may be required

  • Employment contingent upon background screening

Ready to Lead the Next Chapter in Manufacturing Excellence?

If you're driven to lead teams, optimize operations, and elevate plant performance, this opportunity is for you. Apply now and help shape the future of modern manufacturing.

 

Food Safety Quality Assurance Supervisor – Night Shift | Twin Falls, ID | $95K - $111K + Bonus

Exciting Opportunity: Food Safety Quality Assurance Supervisor

Location: Twin Falls, Idaho, USA
Position Type: Full-time, Onsite (Night Shift: 6 PM - 6 AM)
Compensation: Base Salary $95,100 - $110,967 + Bonus Potential
Relocation Assistance: Available for the ideal candidate

About the Role:
We are looking for a highly skilled and driven Food Safety Quality Assurance Supervisor to join our team and lead the charge in ensuring the highest quality standards in manufacturing. In this role, you’ll be responsible for achieving quality objectives, monitoring department performance, and driving continuous improvement in food safety processes. Your leadership will directly influence product quality, team development, and operational efficiency. You'll also have the opportunity to manage crisis situations, ensuring adherence to laws, food safety standards, and consumer requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead the development and execution of quality objectives and plans in line with regional and global commitments.

  • Oversee budget tracking, eliminate losses, and drive continuous improvement.

  • Conduct regular assessments (Plan-Do-Check-Act) to ensure targets are met.

  • Ensure strict compliance with food safety standards, consumer requirements, and legal regulations.

  • Manage crisis situations while maintaining the company’s reputation and business standards.

  • Recruit, structure, and coach a high-performing team to meet plant objectives and performance goals.

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including suppliers and customers, to address quality and food safety concerns.

  • Lead the implementation of quality systems, including SQF, HACCP, FSSC 22000, and Kosher certifications.

  • Motivate and guide team members to drive exceptional performance in a fast-paced environment.

What You’ll Bring:

  • 5-8 years of experience in manufacturing, production, or quality assurance.

  • At least 5 years of leadership experience, managing a diverse team in a fast-paced environment.

  • Strong technical expertise in food safety, quality management, and regulatory compliance.

  • Expertise in Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) methodology, especially in the Quality Maintenance (QM) pillar.

  • In-depth knowledge of quality systems, customer service policies, and sanitation practices.

  • Excellent problem-solving, communication, and decision-making skills.

  • Certified or knowledgeable in SQF, HACCP, FSSC 22000, and Kosher standards.

Why You Should Apply:

  • Competitive salary of $95,100 - $110,967, with performance-based bonus potential.

  • Comprehensive benefits including health insurance, wellness programs, paid time off, and retirement savings plans.

  • Professional growth opportunities in a supportive and innovative environment.

  • Relocation assistance for the right candidate.

If you're ready to take on a pivotal role where your leadership will directly impact the success of our operations, apply today and be part of a team that values food safety and quality excellence!