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Chief Operating Officer

State-Of-The-Art Food Manufacturing Facility

Recruitment staff
Consumer Goods

Location:On-Site

Address:Midwest

Salary:$450,000 - $650,000 (D.O.E.)

Apply by: 02/10/2025

Competitive Salary Bonus Scheme Benefits Package Relocation Package

Reports to: Chief Executive Officer

We are currently hiring for a Chief Operating Officer within a food manufacturing facility! The successful candidate will be a key decision-maker as part of the senior leadership team.

What you’ll be doing:

  • Oversee all day-to-day, multi-site manufacturing operations.
  • Lead major capital projects.
  • Drive Continuous / Process Improvement strategies.
  • Collaborate closely with Sensory, R&D, Supply Chain, and Producer team.
  • Ensure operational excellence in a food manufacturing environment, selling into Foodservice.
  • Build and mentor high-performing teams and foster a culture of accountability and innovation.

What we’re looking for:

  • Degree in Business or related field.
  • 10+ years in senior manufacturing leadership roles.
  • 5+ years as a Vice President of Operations.
  • 2+ years as a Chief Operating Officer.
  • Direct experience with Manufacturing and Foodservice markets.
  • Major CapEx project experience (new plant startups is desirable).
  • Proven success leading multi-site, large-scale operations.
  • Strong background in Continuous Improvement and best practices.
  • Deep knowledge of food safety, regulatory affairs, processing, and industry trends.
  • Strong communicator with high emotional intelligence and executive presence.
  • Deep understanding of P&L, ROIC, IRR, and business value creation.
  • Track record of building, leading, and inspiring high-performing teams.

What’s in it for you?

  • $450,000 – $650,000 base.
  • 55 – 65% Bonus.
  • 50 – 60% Long-Term Incentive.
  • Full Package (Medical, Dental, 401K).
  • Full Relocation.
  • Paid Vacation & Holidays.
  • Free onsite health clinics and fitness centre.
  • Health and wellness reimbursements.
  • State-of-the-art corporate HQ.
  • Executive leadership role with major influence on strategy and growth!

If this role is like something you’d be open to learning more about, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now!

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0113 205 0120

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