Juice Department Manager

Job Description Job Description Legacy Talent Search is currently seeking candidates for a Juice Department Manager role in Vancouver, WA. Our client is a well-established industry leader known for innovation and a commitment to delivering the highest quality products. With a focus on continuous improvement, they pride themselves on maintaining excellence at every stage of their manufacturing process. Key Responsibilities: · Manage the manufacturing of all juice and concentrate products in accordance with customer specifications, food safety standards, and HACCP requirements. · Oversee processing season execution and remanufacturing operations to meet production schedules, quality standards, and operating targets. · Support demand planning for fruit and packaging materials; coordinate with Procurement, Warehouse, and Scheduling to ensure proper inventory levels and production readiness. · Manage department staffing and labor costs, ensuring schedules align with budgetary guidelines. · Oversee day-to-day production operations, including coordination with cross-functional teams to meet throughput, yield/recovery, quality, and delivery expectations. · Drive continuous improvement initiatives through root cause analysis and operational optimization. · Ensure compliance with all safety, quality, and regulatory standards. · Lead and develop team members to maintain a high-performing production environment. Qualifications: · Bachelor’s degree in food manufacturing, quality systems, engineering, or related field preferred. · Minimum of 5 years of food manufacturing supervisory experience with increasing responsibility (juice/concentrate experience preferred). · Extensive knowledge of juice processing systems and equipment. · Strong analytical, problem-solving, and root cause analysis skills. · Proven leadership experience in production operations, planning, labor management, and cross-functional coordination. · Ability to manage multiple priorities and drive operational efficiency in a fast-paced environment. · Ability to pass a pre-employment drug test, background check (including employment and education verification), and credit screen. · Willingness to work extended schedules and weekends during the fresh pack season (typically July through early November). What We Offer: · $105,000 – $110,000/year competitive salary. · Medical, Dental, & Vision coverage. · 401(k) with company match (Traditional & Roth options available). · Company-paid Life and AD&D insurance. · 10 paid vacation days, 9 paid holidays, and separate sick time. · Employee Assistance Program. · Additional voluntary insurance products available. · Convenient location just 2 miles west of downtown Vancouver. · Free parking. · Opportunities for growth and advancement within the company. · A supportive and inclusive workplace culture. At Legacy Talent Search, we are more than just a staffing agency. We are dedicated to supporting the growth of the American economy and way of life, one job at a time. With a focus on rebranding the staffing industry, we work tirelessly to show how a specialized recruiting team can drive productivity.

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