Senior Manager, Packaging Operations

Senior Manager, Packaging Operations Cacique Foods | Amarillo, TX | Full-Time Where Big Ideas Drive Growth Help shape the future of a company that's growing with purpose! PLAY TO WIN. EVERY DAY. Great businesses aren't built by standing still. They're built by people who ask questions, challenge assumptions, and look for better ways to move forward. At Cacique Foods, you'll lead a critical part of our manufacturing operation, driving performance, developing teams, and ensuring the safe, efficient production of high-quality products. As we continue investing in growth and operational excellence, you'll play a key role in shaping the future of our packaging organization and delivering results that matter. Power the Growth Lead packaging operations to achieve safety, quality, service, productivity, and cost objectives. Develop and coach managers, supervisors, and frontline teams to build a high-performing organization. Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on OEE, waste reduction, labor productivity, and operational efficiency. Partner with Quality, Maintenance, Warehouse, Sanitation, and Supply Chain teams to ensure seamless execution of production plans. Champion a culture of accountability, employee engagement, food safety, and operational excellence. Utilize operational metrics and KPIs to identify opportunities, resolve issues, and improve business performance. Support strategic initiatives, capital projects, and long-term site objectives established by plant leadership. Show Up Ready Work Location: Amarillo, TX (Relocation Assistance available) This leadership position supports a 24/7 manufacturing operation and requires flexibility to meet business needs, collaborate across shifts, and lead plant initiatives. Benefits For Your Journey – Fuel Your Well-Being Performance bonus opportunities Medical, dental, and vision coverage 401(k) with 100% company match (up to 5%) Parental leave Vacation and sick time off Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Supplemental health and disability insurance options Pet insurance Adoption assistance You'll Play to Win at Cacique Together, we bring our strengths forward and win as a team! Bring Your Boldness Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Food Science, Dairy Science, Operations Management, Business, or a related field preferred. 8+ years of progressive leadership experience within food, dairy, beverage, or consumer packaged goods manufacturing. Proven experience leading managers and supervisors in a high-volume manufacturing environment. Strong knowledge of GMP, HACCP, SQF, FDA, USDA, and OSHA requirements. Demonstrated success driving Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, or Operational Excellence initiatives. Strong leadership skills with the ability to develop talent, build teams, and lead through change. Data-driven decision maker with strong financial and operational acumen. Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills. Dairy manufacturing experience strongly preferred. Join the Team Honor tradition. Build quality. Apply today and help drive operational excellence at Cacique Foods.