Manager, Shift Operations

Fresh Del Monte

Manager of Shift Operations overseeing utility operations and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards at Del Monte Foods. Directing utility personnel and supporting production goals diligently.

Posted 4/17/2026full-timePlover • Wisconsin • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Directing and coordinating utility operations under the direction of the Plant Manager, Sr. Production Manager, or other designated plant leadership
Supporting production by ensuring reliable operation of utility systems, equipment, and facility infrastructure while meeting safety, quality, environmental, and cost objectives
Overseeing utility employees and contractors involved in boiler operations, buildings and grounds upkeep, compressed air systems, water systems, wastewater systems, and other plant utility functions
Maintaining compliance with company policies, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), food safety requirements, environmental standards, and applicable federal, state, and local regulations
Supervising utility employees to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operation of plant utility systems
Overseeing utility systems including boilers, compressed air, waste water system, water systems, HVAC, and related facility infrastructure
Monitoring utility performance to ensure uninterrupted support of plant production operations
Coordinating utility operations during processing season and supporting maintenance activities during the off-season
Assisting with planning and execution of utility-related capital projects, equipment upgrades, and process improvements
Supporting preventative maintenance activities and ensuring utility equipment is maintained in proper working conditions
Assisting in ordering parts, materials, and supplies needed for utility operations and maintenance
Coordinating contractors and outside service providers as needed to support plant utility systems
Ensuring utility-related records, logs, inspections, and operating reports are completed accurately and on time
Participating in troubleshooting equipment failures, system downtime, and emergency response situations
Managing, supervising, coaching, training, and developing utility hourly and salaried employees
Coordinating employee scheduling, staffing, overtime, and labor utilization within the department
Promoting effective employee relations to improve motivation, teamwork, productivity, and retention
Ensuring employees are properly trained in utility system operations, safety requirements, and plant procedures
Participating in employee performance management, discipline, coaching, and development activities
Conducting safety meetings, department meetings, and shift communications
Promoting continuous improvement and lean manufacturing principles throughout the department
Ensuring compliance with all Del Monte safety policies, GMPs, environmental requirements, and food safety standards
Enforcing compliance with OSHA, EPA, PSM, boiler, wastewater, and other environmental or regulatory requirements
Promoting and driving safe operation of utility systems, plant equipment, powered industrial equipment, and confined space activities as applicable
Managing a culture of safety through training, coaching, accountability, and employee involvement
Participating in audits, inspections, and corrective action activities related to safety, environmental, and utility systems
Supporting, facilitating, and assisting with implementation of Del Monte Production Systems (DMPS) and lean manufacturing initiatives
Identifying opportunities to improve productivity, reduce waste, improve safety, and lower operating costs.

Requirements

What you’ll need

4-year degree, preferably in Agriculture or Business with 3-5 years’ experience OR combination of education and experience
Previous supervisory or leadership experience preferred
Knowledge of industrial utility systems including boilers, refrigeration, compressed air, HVAC, water systems, wastewater
Working knowledge of safety programs, environmental requirements, and regulatory compliance
Knowledge of GMPs, sanitation requirements, and manufacturing processes
Strong leadership, communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills
Ability to supervise employees in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Ability to multi-task, prioritize work, and remain flexible in changing situations
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English effectively
Ability to work weekends, overtime, shift schedules, and on-call situations as needed
Equivalent combinations of education, training, certifications, and experience that provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be considered.
Preferred: 3–5 years of manufacturing, utility, maintenance, operations, or industrial experience preferred
Previous experience in a food manufacturing or food processing environment preferred
Experience with boiler operations, wastewater systems, and preventative maintenance programs preferred
Familiarity with environmental compliance, PSM, confined space, lockout/tagout, and permit-required work processes preferred
Understanding budgeting, cost control, project management, and capital planning concepts
Experience with lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, and plant operations support
Strong understanding of employee relations, staffing, and labor utilization
Experience working with contractors, vendors, and outside service providers preferred
SAP experience preferred.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
401(k) with company match
Employer‑paid life & disability insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Paid Time Off (PTO)
7 Company Paid Holidays
24/7 Telemedicine & Employee Assistance Program
Optional voluntary benefits (legal, accident, identity protection)

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Hard Skills & Tools

industrial utility systemsboilersrefrigerationcompressed airHVACwater systemswastewater systemspreventative maintenanceGMPslean manufacturing

Soft Skills

leadershipcommunicationinterpersonal skillsproblem-solvingmulti-taskingprioritizationflexibilityemployee relationscoachingteamwork