Manufacturing Area Manager
Company: Ventura Foods
Location: Ontario
Posted on: February 25, 2026
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Job Description:
Location: Ontario Employment Type: Salaried Work Arrangement:
Onsite Position Summary: The Area Manager's responsibility is to
oversee the development and implementation of the strategic vision
for the area of responsibility. Area Manager's should have a focus
on meeting production goals, quality, safety, people leadership,
engagement, and financial performance. The role should lead,
motivate, and develop the area team to achieve high performance and
mutual success of the overall plant. An Area Manager is also
responsible for the daily direction setting of the area team,
coaching and development of employees, resolving issues, thinking
strategically, continuous improvement within the area, cross
functional communications, leading the triad including training
lead and opex engineer, fuel for growth, people planning, staffing,
and overall performance of an area. The Area Manager serves as the
driver of innovation, success, and sustainability within their
assigned area. Running the area as their own business while
contributing to the overall success of the plant objectives. Major
Duties and Responsibilities: - Oversee the development and
implementation of the strategic vision and business plan within
their assigned business unit. The Area Manager is responsible for
24/7 ownership of an entire area or business unit. - True ownership
of an entire area or business unit. Overseeing the financial
ownership, approvals, cost savings, KPI's, people staffing,
scheduling, planning, ensuring training of employees, development
of staff, execution of CAPEX, leading projects, & performance
management - Attending specified meetings and providing detailed
reports to the operations manager - Ensuring production goals &
product specifications are met. Resolving issues as they arise and
monitoring the production process. Communicating cross functional
to resolve issues and working with other departments to quickly
rectify issues - Leading the training lead the Area Manager is
accountable for area team being trained and cross trained. Ensure
overall conformance for all company policies, GMP, and
housekeeping. Establishing bench strength within the area and
talent assessments - Leading the daily direction of the OPEX
engineer the Area Manager is accountable to OEE initiatives in
their business unit. Leading, participating, and directing the
initiatives in the business unit Education and Experience: -
Bachelor’s Degree in Production Management, Business or equivalent
experience - 5-10 years of experience in Production Management,
Business - Prior supervisory and/or managerial experience in a food
manufacturing environment preferred Knowledge and Skills: -
Superior planning, coordination, analytical, observational,
strategic and coaching skills are required coupled with people
leadership and the initiative to create & embrace change -
Knowledge of manufacturing facility packaging, equipment, and
capacity - Processing and batching experience is a strong plus -
Ability to motivate, lead, and engage employees - Excellent problem
solving skills and strong work ethic - Requires computer skills in
Microsoft office and outlook - Proven ability to communicate
effectively verbally and in writing with all levels to achieve
results Why Join Us: Ventura Foods offers career growth
opportunities as well as competitive compensation and benefits: -
Medical, Prescription, Dental, & Vision – coverage beginning on
your 1st day for eligible employees - Profit Sharing and 401(k)
matching (after eligible criteria is met) - Paid Vacation, Sick
Time, and Holidays - Employee Appreciation Events and Employee
Assistance Programs - Salary Base Range of $127,062.00 -
$166,769.40* - Annual bonus (based on the incentive program terms
and conditions) *The “base salary range” provided above is a good
faith estimate of what we expect to pay for this position in the
specified markets. Ventura Foods reserves the right to pay outside
of the given range based on a variety of factors including but not
limited to: candidate skills and experience, complexity of the job,
budgetary factors, and location/geography. Ventura Foods conducts
regular reviews of compensation ranges and therefore reserves the
right to alter this range at any given time. Physical Demands: All
jobs require sufficient physical strength and dexterity to perform
the required task(s) and typically also require at a minimum:
intermittent sitting, standing, walking, climbing, squatting,
kneeling, pushing, and pulling. Occasional lifting and/or moving up
to 50 pounds or more with assistance may also be required. Please
see the job description for specific requirements. Work
Environment: Please see the job description for specific
requirements of the position for which you are applying. Typical
shifts are 8-12 hours per day. Additional unscheduled time after
hours and on weekends may also be required. Employees must be
willing and able to wear personal protective equipment as required
by Company policy and/or legal requirements. In addition, certain
jobs may require employees to: - Work outside and/or in adverse
temperatures which could include extreme heat, cold, and humidity;
- Be exposed to vibrations, chemicals used in operations, fumes and
food allergens (may include soy, dairy and other allergens); and -
Be required to work in confined and dark spaces, and at heights in
excess of 18 feet. Diversity & Inclusion: Our commitment to a
diverse and inclusive environment in which all employees are
treated with respect is evident in our company culture and values.
We believe that fostering an environment of inclusion and a focus
on diversity across our organization is vital to attracting top
talent, driving innovation, and meeting the high expectations of
our customers in a rapidly evolving global marketplace. Ventura
Foods is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified
applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard
to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability
status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic
protected by law.
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