Van Drunen Farms
Food Processing
SiteDirector
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“Site Director at Van Drunen Farms. Skills: Plant operations, Manufacturing leadership, Continuous improvement. Lead plant operations. Oversee people”
What You'll Achieve.
Achieve individual performance metrics; Achieve company performance metrics
Industry & Context.
Root cause analysis
Work in office and production environments, Respond to operational needs, Respond to urgent situations, Respond to emergency situations
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
10+ years plant operations experience, 10+ years manufacturing leadership experience, Proven success leading food processing facility, Proven success leading manufacturing facility, Financial acumen, Operational acumen, Budgeting experience, Cost control experience, Performance metrics experience, Strategic mindset, Ability to execute, Drive continuous improvement initiatives, Leadership presence, Excellent communication skills, Team development skills, Working knowledge production systems, Working knowledge equipment, Working knowledge operational controls
Nice to Have
Bachelor's degree preferred
What You'll Do.
Lead plant operations
Deliver safe products
Deliver high-quality products
Deliver products on schedule
Execute plant strategy
Execute plant budgets
Drive performance across safety
Drive performance across quality
Drive performance across service
Drive performance across profitability
Build high-performing teams
Develop high-performing teams
Foster accountability culture
Foster engagement culture
Foster continuous improvement culture
Partner with Operations Leadership
Support company-wide supply strategy
Support production planning
Drive operational excellence
Implement process improvements
Achieve efficiency gains
Ensure compliance with safety standards
Ensure compliance with quality standards
Ensure compliance with regulatory standards
Serve as plant leader for customer engagement
Serve as plant leader for community relations
Serve as plant leader for organizational health
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Operations Leadership; Cross-functional teams
Communication Scope
Customer engagement; Community relations
Full Job Description
The Van Drunen Family of Companies is growing! * **Expected Pay Range:** $135,000 - $155,000 * **Bonus: **This role may further qualify for supplemental compensation in the form of bonus and incentive programs, contingent upon achieving pre-established individual and company performance metrics. * **Benefits Available** : [2026-benefits-summary.pdf](https://vdfresources.com/hr/2026benefits/2026-benefits-summary.pdf) ** _Who We Are_** At Van Drunen Farms, we’re not just providing ingredients; we’re providing people with purpose and possibility. As a trusted partner in delivering fruit, vegetable, herb, and grain-based ingredient solutions to companies around the globe, we’re striving to build a values-aligned workforce that embodies humility, integrity, passion, and excellence. **_What You’ll Do_** * Lead all plant operations, overseeing people, processes, and assets to deliver safe, high-quality products on schedule. * Set and execute plant strategy, goals, and budgets to drive performance across safety, quality, service, and profitability. * Build and develop high-performing teams by fostering a culture of accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement. * Partner with Operations Leadership to support company-wide supply strategy and production planning. * Drive operational excellence through process improvements, efficiency gains, and throughput optimization. * Ensure compliance with all safety, quality, and regulatory standards, including OSHA and food safety programs. * Serve as the plant’s primary leader for customer engagement, community relations, and overall organizational health. **_What You’ll Bring_** * 10+ years of experience in plant operations or manufacturing leadership roles. * Proven success leading a food processing or manufacturing facility. * Strong financial and operational acumen, including budgeting, cost control, and performance metrics. * Strategic mindset with the ability to execute and drive continuous improvement initiatives. * Str
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