Sterling Engineering · 1 month ago
Sr Production Manager
Indianapolis, IN
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$100K/yr - $125K/yr
5+ years expSterling Engineering is seeking a driven and experienced Plant Manager to lead and elevate the performance of their Indianapolis food manufacturing facility. This hands-on leadership role is critical in maintaining their commitment to exceptional quality, strict safety standards, and authentic production methods.
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Hiring Manager
Alicia Alexander
Responsibilities
Lead daily operations across production, packaging, maintenance, sanitation, receiving, and shipping, ensuring output, quality, and schedule targets are met
Champion a strong safety culture by enforcing OSHA and regulatory compliance
Oversee plant budgeting and cost-control initiatives, supporting annual planning processes
Drive continuous improvement through Lean, Six Sigma, and waste-reduction initiatives to enhance efficiency, safety, and product quality
Develop and mentor supervisors and production leads by setting expectations, conducting performance reviews, and supporting professional growth
Analyze key operational metrics (OEE, uptime, efficiency) to identify gaps and implement targeted improvement strategies
Communicate plant goals clearly, lead regular team meetings, and promote a culture of engagement and accountability
Ensure all products meet company quality standards and traditional authenticity
Qualification
Required
Bilingual English/Spanish required
5–10 years of progressive manufacturing leadership experience, ideally in food production
Demonstrated success in safety leadership, problem solving, and Lean manufacturing practices
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and experience using production systems or data analysis tools
Ability to balance high-quality standards with efficiency, cost, and safety requirements
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in Operations Management, Engineering, or related field preferred
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
PTO
401(k)
Company
Sterling Engineering
Sterling Engineering is an engineering company providing technical recruitment and engineering project services.
501-1000 employees
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