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At Golden Pet Manufacturing, we are proud to be at the forefront of changing the future of pet food by creating the most nutritionally-dense, thoughtfully-sourced, and practical solutions to pet parents everywhere. Watch our new company video to learn more!   We’re Looking For A: Plant Manager Location: Richfield, WI What You’ll Be Doing: Oversee and manage the production process at the facility to operate within budget and meet Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) Monitor and review daily production performance to ensure operations meet performance standards, making adjustments or improvements as needed Create and share regular reports with management, providing status updates on production metrics, issues or challenges facing departments, and opportunities for efficiency improvement Maintain a strong safety mindset and thorough understanding of safety guidelines and protocols; enforce those guidelines and protocols with managers and employees Foster a high quality standing by enforcing Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and adherence to all food safety and quality standards, guidelines, processes, and initiatives Maintain a continuous improvement mindset to identify cost saving opportunities and see those opportunities through to implementation in partnership with other departments and stakeholders Manage the Production and Sanitation leaders and teams in a way that fosters accountability, autonomy, performance and career development Partner closely with other departments to maintain efficient operations and overcome challenges in the production area(s) as they arise Provide leadership support and assistance to Production and Sanitation leaders for employee or performance related challenges Preferred Qualifications (Note: These are preferred and not required. We strongly encourage you to apply even if you don’t tick ALL of these boxes.): High school diploma or GED equivalent Bachelor's degree in Business, Food Technology, Manufacturing or related field is preferred 10+ years of leadership experience within a manufacturing environment Prior experience working in pet food or food production is preferred Golden Perks & Benefits:  Comprehensive healthcare coverage – We cover 100% of premiums for medical, dental, and vision plans for employee-only plans. Through our charity sponsorships, you can make a positive impact on communities worldwide. We’ve donated over $6.1 million to date. 6 paid sick and mental health days , an Employee Assistance Program, and additional mental health benefits, because we take a holistic approach to your well-being.  We match up to 3.5% of your 401k contributions , ensuring your retirement savings grow alongside your career.  Invest in your future with our Employee Stock Ownership Plan , where company contributions fund your retirement plan with company stock. Learn more. Tuition reimbursement program , which reimburses eligible tuition expenses up to specified amounts, empowering you to invest in your ongoing growth and development.  Company events , like our team picnics and ice cream socials, designed to cultivate connections and enhance work-life balance. To read more about our Perks & Benefits, click here . Click here to learn more about general internet safety and our hiring practices. Click here to view our Privacy Notice to Applicants.