Senior Manager, Operations, Poultry

At JBT Marel, what we do matters, we know that the contribution of our employees leads to the success of our business. Our purpose is to transform the future of food; this guides our vision of being the global leader in food and beverage technology, by harnessing the full power of JBT Marel to partner with our customers and pioneer sustainable innovation. Our values show who we are at our best. As we Create with Collaboration, Serve with Integrity, Grow with Excellence, and Advance with Innovation. As Sr. Manager, Operations within JBT Marel's Poultry Division you will report to the General Manager of the Russellville, Arkansas facility. As a member of the leadership team, the SR. Operations Manager is responsible for the operations department. This department is responsible for all fabrication, assembly, manufacturing, and warehousing operations at the facility. You will have up to 45 direct and indirect reports in this role. Prior leadership of a team within manufacturing is required as you will be responsible for production planning, safety, continuous improvement, and mentorship of the team. The Operations Manager drives performance through the development of short and long-term department goals and standards for safety. Goals include meeting the standards for the Poultry industry and promoting continuous improvement, quality, cost reduction, efficient use of resources and staff, and production efficiency. You will be responsible for financial planning and performance of the department as part of your role. Safety and building an environment of belonging and inclusion is the responsibility of the Sr. Operations Manager. On a given day, you may: Setting short and long-term department goals and standards for safety. Continuous improvements in quality, cost reduction and customer satisfaction through effective planning, use of technology, and coordination with other departments and business units. Maintain exceptional and effective communications between staff, and internal and external customers. Plan and develop department standards aligned with JBT Marel core values. Continuously monitor industry for best practices and technology, for improvement at the facility. Maximize distribution of workload by utilizing all operations departments within the business unit and other JBT Marel Poultry Division site. Mentor, develop, and guide department managers and staff. Guide team to achieve performance goals Provide expert operations and safety guidance based on experience to the team. Requirements for the role Bachelor's degree in a related field. Minimum of 10 years manufacturing experience in fabrication, assembly, production with a responsibility of safety as part of your role Minimum of 3 years of experience leading a manufacturing team to success Fabrication, industrial engineering, safety, and production planning experience required. Ability to plan schedules with care for revenue goals Ability to prioritize projects within manufacturing to achieve lean efficiency goals Large focus on continuous improvement and sustainability of manufacturing processes Must be authorized to work in the US without company sponsorship now or in the future. Travel & Location This position is onsite Travel up to 20% for team meetings across the division #LI-SH1 #LI-Onsite We are committed to our employees and will provide you with development and opportunities to allow you to be the best version of yourself at work, at home, and in your community. We foster a genuine inclusive team culture enjoying collaborative working across our global teams to deliver world-class projects. We encourage development - ensuring new experiences and challenges at JBT Marel to feed your growth! Benefits: JBT Marel offers benefits on day 1 of your employment. Including: Medical, Dental, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, family leave, vision coverage, and a matched 401(k) plan. Commitment to Diversity: Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging is a fundamental value to JBT Marel and critical to our future success. A thoughtful, focused, and sustained effort to work towards our DEIB goals is not just a principled choice, but also a business imperative. Equal Opportunity Employment: JBT Marel provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and qualified applicants for employment. We will not tolerate any form of discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. At JBT Marel, we apply this policy to all our employment practices, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, benefits, and training. We make hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit and business needs at the time. JBT Marel will reasonably accommodate applicants who need adjustments to participate in the application or interview process. If you require assistance or accommodation during the application process, please contact JBT Marel at 844-286-4524. Welcome to our temporary careers site. While we finalize our new website, you can explore open roles and start your career journey with JBT Marel here. At JBT Marel, we’re transforming the future of food through technology, innovation, and collaboration. Our work helps make the global food system more sustainable — and it’s powered by thousands of talented people around the world. We value collaboration, integrity, innovation, and continuous growth — and we believe the best ideas come from diverse perspectives working together. If you’re looking for meaningful work and the chance to make a real impact, explore opportunities at JBT Marel and get ready to transform the future of food.