Plant Manager

Company DescriptionAlaTrade Foods is a precision poultry processor specializing in fresh and frozen boneless chicken solutions for further processors. With two modern facilities in Alabama, we deliver high-quality poultry products tailored for marination, cooking, freezing, and value-added production. Our advanced technologies and rigorous quality systems ensure consistent product specifications, weight control, versatile packaging, and reliable on-time service. As an employee-owned company, we are committed to a respectful, results-driven, and growth-oriented workplace. AlaTrade serves as a trusted supply partner to national brands, regional processors, and multi-unit restaurant chains seeking dependable, high-performing chicken products.Role DescriptionWe are seeking an accomplished Poultry Plant Manager to lead a large-scale, high-volume poultry processing operation with six production lines and a workforce of approximately 560 employees. This role carries full P&L accountability for plant-controlled costs and serves as the senior operational leader responsible for safety, quality, financial performance, and organizational capability.The Plant Manager is a visible, decisive leader who sets the standard for execution, culture, and accountability—driving sustainable results in a demanding, fast-paced operating environment. Provide end-to-end leadership for plant operations, including deboning, portioning, and value-added processing. Partner with Sales and Supply Chain to execute production aligned with customer demand, pricing discipline, and volume commitments.Lead strategic and tactical decision-making across extended operating hours (22.5 hours/day). Drive world-class performance across six production lines:3 Dark Meat Deboning Lines2 Breast/Tender Portioning Lines1 Dicing LineOptimize throughput, yields, labor utilization, and cost per pound through disciplined execution and continuous improvement.Ensure robust production scheduling, raw material planning, and inventory integrity across raw, WIP, and finished goods.Qualifications7+ years of progressive leadership experience in poultry or protein processingProven success leading large-scale operations (500+ employees)Deep, hands-on expertise in deboning and breast/tender portioning systemsDemonstrated P&L ownership, cost control discipline, and performance improvement resultsStrong executive presence with the ability to influence across all organizational levels.