Since 1869, we've connected people through food they love. We’re proud to be stewards of amazing brands that people trust. Our portfolio includes the iconic Campbell’s brand, as well as Cape Cod, Chunky, Goldfish, Kettle Brand, Lance, Late July, Pacific Foods, Pepperidge Farm, Prego, Pace, Rao’s Homemade, Snack Factory, Snyder’s of Hanover. Swanson, and V8.

Here, you will make a difference every day. You will be supported to build a rewarding career with opportunities to grow, innovate and inspire. Make history with us.

Why Campbell’s…

• Benefits begin on day one and include medical, dental, short and long-term disability, AD&D, and life insurance (for individual, families, and domestic partners).
• Employees are eligible for our matching 401(k) plan and can enroll on the first day of employment with immediate vesting.
• Campbell’s offers unlimited sick time along with paid time off and holiday pay.
• If in WHQ – free access to the fitness center. Access to on-site day care (operated by Bright Horizons) and company store.
• Giving back to the communities where our employees work and live is very important to Campbell’s. Our “Campbell’s Cares” program matches employee donations and/or volunteer activity up to $1,500 annually.
• Campbell’s has a variety of Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to support employees.

Job Description:

Day Shift 5: 45AM-6PM

How you will make history here…

The Business Unit Leader – Operations – Day Shift is responsible for the management of the production departments within the food manufacturing plant. This role is responsible for setting the direction and achieving results through the entire operations team. This leadership role must be accomplished in an environment where safety comes first with a balanced ‘lean’ implementation mindset continually achieving and improving Quality/Housekeeping/Service levels/Productivity and Cost objectives.

What you will do…

• Manage, lead, and support multiple departments across the operation teams to include Packaging, Processing, Quality, Sanitation, Warehouse and Maintenance. Coordinates activities between departments; ensure established safety, quality, service, and cost initiatives are delivered and commitments are met.

• Reviews production schedules: monitors, evaluates, and optimizes production execution; establishes priorities and sequences as needed to achieve optimal results.

• Manages safe work practices throughout plant, observes safe work practices and communicates policies and practices with Business Unit Leaders/Department Managers, supervisors and team members. Interprets, develops, and coaches the team in company safety policies, procedures, and regulations.

• Oversees product in-production inspections and audits ensure adherence to Quality and Food Safety standards that meet regulatory and customer expectations.

• Reviews production and operating reports; resolves operational, manufacturing, quality and maintenance problems to minimize cost, operational delays and Consumer and Foreign Matter complaints

• Analyzes and resolves work problems or assists team members in solving work problems. Troubleshoots unusual or difficult issues requiring coordination and communication across cross-functional departments; follows through with quality and/or process improvements.

• Develops, coaches and/or mentors direct reports and team members. Familiarizes team with established policies, procedures, rules, and regulations. Communicates daily production performance and day-to-day issues with Business Unit/Department Leaders and team members. Interprets and ensures consistent application of company policies.

• Drives employee engagement, implements effective training programs to develop leadership and technical skills within both the salaried and hourly workforce. Provides feedback on performance and participates in creating development plans for each direct report.

• Maintains a cohesive associate working environment and ensures teambuilding sessions are conducted within each department.

• Serves as a champion for developing and maintaining a strong “CI” culture within the respective departments and across departments; continuously working to develop a mindset within the leadership team and the entire facility to seek continuous improvement opportunities including intangible activities, as well as tangible support of CI initiatives.

Who you will work with…

• Directs and manages multiple production operations teams from processing to packaging across multiple shifts in a 24/7 manufacturing environment.

• Directly manages: 4 Supervisors as direct reports; indirectly manages all the operations team members in processing and packaging on shifts covered in specific production areas for a manufacturing facility that produces more than 90 million pounds annually.

• Responsibilities include interviewing and hiring employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; assessing and appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees.

What you will bring to the table… (Must Have)

• A minimum of 5 years prior production management experience in a food manufacturing environment required

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience required.

• High performance work systems experience highly desired.

• CI experience.

• Effective written and verbal communication skills including presentation skills.

• Effective interpersonal and leadership skills including listening and managing skills required to work in and manage teams. Solid conflict resolution and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to identify and manage projects from concept to implementation and successfully drive project results.

It would be great if you have… (Nice to Have)

• Bachelor’s degree in manufacturing or engineering

• Experience with high-performance manufacturing work systems.

Compensation and Benefits:

The target base salary range for this full-time, salaried position is between

$72,600-$104,400

Individual base pay depends on work location and additional factors such as experience, job-related skills, and relevant education or training. Total pay may include other forms of compensation. In addition, we offer competitive health, dental, 401k and wellness benefits beginning on the first day of employment. Please ask your Talent Acquisition Partner for more information about our total rewards package.

The Company is committed to providing equal opportunity for employees and qualified applicants in all aspects of the employment relationship, including consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, marital status, protected veteran status, disability, age, religion, or any other classification protected by law.