Plant Manager

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Company Description From tree to table, POM Wonderful delivers a whole lot of healthy. Known for our iconic double-bubble bottle, we grow, harvest, package, and market fresh pomegranates, pomegranate arils, and a selection of delicious pomegranate-blended juices and teas. With over 9,000 acres in California’s Central Valley, POM Wonderful is committed to unleashing the antioxidant power of our handpicked pomegranates. We are seeking a motivated and results-driven Plant Manager to oversee all operational activities at our Buttonwillow facility, including production, logistics, safety, quality, and human resources, in a manufacturing environment that includes extraction, arils manufacturing, cold/frozen storage, and spring arils operations. The Plant Manager will collaborate closely with the Operations Manager, Reliability Manager, Operations Supervisors, Quality Supervisors, Shipping Supervisors, and administrative teams to develop operational plans, establish performance targets, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. This role is responsible for ensuring a safe and compliant workplace, maintaining the highest standards of product quality, optimizing operational efficiency, and managing costs effectively to support overall business objectives. Compensation- $170,000 - $190,000 Salary - which may include a discretionary bonus. Final compensation will be dependent upon skills & experience. Job Description What our Plant Manager will do: Overall responsibility for entire facility performance and deliver on all P&L-related KPIs. Develops and maintains manufacturing operations business plans to include all program requirements, labor hours, cycle, and production costs. Recruit, retain, and develop a high-performing cross-functional team of Managers, Supervisors, Leads, specialists, and hourly employees to support the growing demand of the facility. Maintain a safe working environment by supporting all company safety programs, actively participating in weekly safety tailgates, administering discipline as necessary, and following all governmental regulations. Build a culture around a continuous improvement mindset, positive work attitude, efficient communication, and a can-do attitude through all layers of the facility. Establishes production and quality control standards, develops budget and cost controls, and obtains data regarding types, quantities, specifications, and delivery dates of products ordered. Provides guidance to the development of a manufacturing process plan, including personnel requirements, material needs, subcontract requirements, facility needs, and tooling and equipment needs. Perform all necessary financial functions, including capital, budgeting, and asset effectiveness. Ensure that personnel training occurs in order to maintain an experienced and knowledgeable workforce. Comply with all OSHA, FDA, USDA, GMP, EPA, HACCP, and POM policies and regulations. Perform all necessary administrative duties: personnel evaluations, correspondence, reports. Monitor plant sanitation on a continuous basis. Effectively communicate plant performance in a timely manner with senior leadership and facilitate effective communication at all levels across the Buttonwillow facility. Ensures all established costs, quality, and delivery commitments are met. Manage personnel effectively while maintaining employee morale and adhering to state and federal laws and other applicable regulations. Coordinates manufacturing activities with all other functions of the organization and suppliers to obtain optimum production and utilization of human resources, machines, and equipment. Reviews production and operating reports and directs the resolution of operational, manufacturing, and maintenance problems to ensure minimum costs and prevent operational delays. Performs administrative activities associated with the effective management of shop operations, including compiling, storing, and retrieving production data for reports. Determines responsibilities of assigned organization and staff positions to accomplish business objectives. Trains and ensures all assigned employees are aware of and comply with company, government, and customer policies, procedures, and regulations. Qualifications Skills & experience that are necessary as our Plant Manager will include, but not be limited to: Ability to see the “big picture” business perspective but is willing to “roll up their sleeves” and do whatever it takes to get the job done. Must be self-motivated and able to achieve high impact in an unstructured environment. Be optimistic and set a positive management tone through personal leadership. Excellent interpersonal skills with a demonstrated ability to provide guidance and assistance to all levels of employees. Professional communication skills. Strong organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines consistently. Ability to perform efficiently and effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment. Ability to be flexible and adaptable. Demonstrated problem-solving and conflict management skills. Ability to employ creative and innovative thought processes. Ability to perform analysis and communicate results effectively. Intermediate to advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite and Oracle software. EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE: At least 10 years of progressively responsible Production experience in a plant manager capacity, with a specific emphasis in manufacturing within a food production/manufacturing setting. A bachelor's degree in a relevant field is a must. Additional Information POM's Dedication to You: Thriving Wellness Community: Access to top-notch medical coverage comprehensive vision and dental plans, and a 401k with match eligibility to secure your financial future and including: 24/7 online physician consultations virtual mental health resources life coaching engaging employee community groups cash rewards for healthy habits and fitness reimbursements library of on-demand fitness videos Career Advancement Opportunities: Unlock your potential with clear paths for career progression and internal mobility across our diverse family of brands and business units. Focused Learning and Development: Grow as a leader with our dedicated Learning and Organizational Development department, offering extensive resources like People Manager and leadership training, webinars, and eLearning courses. Empowering Mentorship Program: Connect with colleagues through our company-wide mentorship program to share goals, overcome challenges, and drive your career forward. Continuous Improvement Training: Participate in training that empowers all employees to learn and implement concepts that drive significant, positive change in the workplace. Building a Healthy Society: To date, our co-Founders Lynda and Stewart Resnick, through their foundations and The Wonderful Company, have invested more than $2.5 billion in education, health and wellness, community development, and sustainability initiatives across California’s Central Valley, Fiji, and the world. In 2025, Wonderful ranked as #1 in PEOPLE’s “100 Companies That Care” list and was named one of Fortune magazine’s 100 Best Companies to Work For. To learn more about our corporate social responsibility efforts, visit csr.wonderful.com . Giving Back to the Community: Make a difference with Wonderful Giving , allowing you to allocate company-provided funds to up to three charities of your choice, and join Wonderful Neighbor to contribute to group service projects within our local communities. POM Wonderful is the largest grower and producer of fresh pomegranates and pomegranate juice in the United States as well as the worldwide leader in fresh California pomegranates and pomegranate-based products, including our 100% pomegranate juices, healthy juice blends and teas. With nearly two million pomegranate trees in Central California, we grow, handpick and juice our own pomegranates to ensure the highest quality. Sold throughout the world and in the vast majority of North American retailers, our selection of products includes pomegranate-based juices and teas, fresh fruit when in season, and fresh arils. POM Wonderful is part of The Wonderful Company, a successful, fast-growing privately held $6 billion company with 10,000 employees worldwide. The Wonderful Company’s connection to consumers has health at its heart and giving back in its DNA. The company has a long-standing commitment to corporate social responsibility, including more than $1 billion invested in environmental sustainability; $65 million in charitable giving, education initiatives, and innovative health and wellness programs each year; and $143 million toward the construction of two charter school campuses in California’s Central Valley. To view the current Corporate Social Responsibility report, visit csr.wonderful.com. We’ve made Wonderful® Pistachios America’s fastest-growing snack brand. We’ve turned pomegranates and POM Wonderful® into a worldwide phenomenon. Wonderful Halos is the No. 1 mandarin orange in America. FIJI® Water is the No. 1 premium imported bottled water in America. JUSTIN® Wine produces California’s top-selling, high-end Cabernet Sauvignon. And Teleflora® is the world’s leading floral delivery service. To learn more about The Wonderful Company, its products and its core values, visit www.wonderful.com, or follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. The Wonderful Company is an Equality Opportunity Employer that provides opportunities for advancement. We are committed to creating a diverse workforce that embodies a deep culture of acceptance, equity, and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories. EEO is the law - click here for more information Videos To Watch