What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Plant Manager position at Nature's Path?
About the Role
As the Assistant Plant Manager at Nature’s Path, you’ll lead daily operations at our Blaine, WA manufacturing facility, ensuring high-quality, safe, and efficient food production. You’ll oversee production, warehouse, and safety teams—driving operational excellence, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, and aligning plant performance with company objectives. Reporting to the Plant Manager, you’ll be a key leader in shaping the future success of the plant.
Location: Blaine, WA
Salary: $145,000 – $170,000 base 20% bonus
Up to 15% travel required within North America (1-2 trips per year)
What You’ll Do
Operational Leadership
• Optimize Production & Efficiency – Ensure production meets quality, cost, and food safety standards while implementing best practices in GMPs, SOPs, TQM, and LEAN manufacturing.
• Maximize Equipment Performance – Oversee preventive maintenance programs to enhance machinery reliability and reduce downtime.
• Lead New Product Integration – Manage the operational launch of new products, ensuring timely and cost-effective execution.
People & Team Development
• Build & Develop High-Performing Teams – Mentor and empower managers and team leaders, fostering a culture of accountability and growth.
• Engage & Inspire Employees – Lead with a servant leadership mindset, creating a positive and productive work environment.
• Invest in Training & Development – Ensure employees receive the necessary training to meet both current and future operational needs.
Financial & Resource Management
• Drive Cost Efficiency – Work with the Plant Manager to optimize resources, reduce waste, and improve profitability.
• Monitor Financial Performance – Track operational budgets, ensuring financial goals align with business objectives.
Safety & Quality Commitment
• Champion Workplace Safety – Lead by example, enforcing safety protocols and overseeing Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) compliance.
• Uphold Quality Standards – Ensure all employees are trained to maintain the highest levels of food safety and quality assurance.
Qualifications & Experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• 5 years of leadership experience in manufacturing operations (preferably in the food industry).
• Strong background in lean manufacturing and continuous improvement (Six Sigma preferred).
• Deep understanding of safety, compliance, and food production standards.
• Financial acumen with experience managing budgets and optimizing resources.
Benefits and Perks:
- Comprehensive Medical, Vision and Dental insurance plans, including employer paid options
- Complimentary Life and Disability plans
- Short Term & Long Term Disability
- Hospital Indemnity, Voluntary Life Insurance, Accident Insurance, and Critical Illness Insurance
- Get Fit reimbursement program towards fitness/wellness, (up to $500/yr)
- Employee Discount on Nature's Path Products
- 401(k) Savings and with the company match of up to 4%
- Vacation time and 11 Paid Holidays
- Clean Energy Vehicle Program - $1000/ every 5 years
- Team Member Referral Bonus - $1000
- $145 annual shoe allowance through our Online Safety Shoe Program
The description above represents the most significant essential duties of the job but does not exclude others.
Nature's Path cares deeply about diversity, equity, and inclusion in recruitment, hiring, employment and advancement. We are an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of our customers and communities in which we live and serve. We encourage and are pleased to consider all qualified candidates, without regard to race, color, citizenship, religion, sex, marital/family status, sexual orientation, gender identity, aboriginal status, age, disability or persons who may require an accommodation, to apply.
Salary : $145,000 - $170,000
