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Site Manager

Nature Fresh Farms Inc
Posted 9 days ago
Location

Delta, OH, US

Salary

Competitive

Contract type

Full Time

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Grow With Us – Join the Nature Fresh Farms Team!

Imagine breaking from tradition to ensure a brighter future for generations to come. At Nature Fresh Farms®, we’re committed to nourishing people and the planet through greenhouse farming.

Since 1999, our family-owned company has pursued a simple yet profound goal: to cultivate a kinder, healthier future. Today, we’re proud to be one of North America’s largest vertically integrated leaders in greenhouse-grown produce. While we are growers, we are also greenhouse builders, plant nurturers, and collaborative partners united by shared values and vision.

Our journey is far from over. As we look to the future, we remain committed to:

  • Innovation and conservation
  • Reducing waste and promoting biodiversity
  • Creating a more sustainable, inclusive, and friendlier world for all

🌟 We’re Hiring! 

We are currently looking to fill a full-time position for a Site Manager in our Operations Department at our Delta facility.

What You'll Do (Job Specific Tasks):

Job Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  1. Operations Leadership

  1. Oversee all daily site operations, including packing, shipping, receiving, and inventory flow

  2. Ensure execution of production plans and alignment with demand requirements

  3. Drive throughput, efficiency, and on-time order fulfillment

  1. Scope & Impact

  1. Direct responsibility for site-level operational performance

  2. Leadership of managers, supervisors, leads, and frontline teams

  3. High cross-functional influence across logistics, commodities, and planning

  4. Direct impact on cost, service, and profitability

  1. Performance Management

  1. Implement and manage KPIs and OEE tracking

  2. Monitor and improve: Pack yield (giveaway reduction), Labor efficiency, Downtime and line performance

  3. Lead daily/weekly performance reviews and corrective actions

  1. Labor & Workforce Management

  1. Manage staffing levels, scheduling, and line balancing

  2. Drive productivity and accountability across supervisors and leads

  3. Support training, development, and performance management

  1. Quality & Compliance

  1. Ensure adherence to product specifications, food safety, and quality standards

  2. Partner with QA and commodities teams to resolve quality issues

  3. Maintain compliance with all regulatory and company requirements

  1. Maintenance & Reliability

  1. Support and enforce preventative maintenance programs

  2. Maintain the building and ensure adequate security preventive maintenance programs are completed

  3. Ensure property is clean and well maintained

  4. Minimize downtime through coordination with maintenance teams

  5. Ensure equipment readiness and operational stability

  6. Train and hold team accountable to use equipment properly to minimize property damage

  1. Cross-Functional Coordination

  1.  Partner with: Logistics (shipping, transportation, PO/TO flow), Commodities (pack plans, product flow, quality), Planning and Sales teams

  2. Drive alignment and accountability across departments

  1. Planning & Execution

  1. Responsible for budgeting requirements specific to the location

  2. Execute structured production planning (e.g., 3-day pack plan)

  3. Adjust operations based on demand, supply, and constraints

  4. Ensure smooth communication of priorities across shifts

  1. Continuous Improvement

  1. Lead initiatives focused on: Process standardization (5S, standard work), Waste reduction, Automation and reporting improvements

  2. Identify and implement operational improvements

  1. Leadership & Culture

  1. Lead, mentor, coach, and develop a high-performing team of managers, supervisors, leads, and frontline employees, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, engagement, solutions-focused problem-solving and continuous improvement across the site.

  2. Hold managers and supervisors accountable for recruitment, onboarding, performance management, employee development, succession planning, and building a skilled, engaged, and scalable workforce to support current operations and future growth.

  3. Model Nature Fresh Farms' values by promoting open communication, informed decision-making, solutions-focused leadership, and collaboration across all departments.

  1. General 

  1. Must comply with all Health and Safety, Food Safety, Bio Security, and Nature Fresh Policies and Procedures.

  2. This job description highlights the main components but is not inclusive of other activities that may be required.


What You Bring (Qualifications):

  1. 5–10+ years of experience in:

  1. Distribution, warehouse, or manufacturing operations

  2. Preferably in food, produce, or perishable goods

  1. Proven leadership of large teams in fast-paced environments

  2. Strong understanding of:

  1. Operational KPIs and performance management

  2. Labor planning and efficiency

  3. Food safety / quality standards (preferred)

  1. Experience with continuous improvement methodologies (Lean, 5S, etc.)

  2. Strong communication and cross-functional leadership skills

  3. High degree of confidentiality and integrity required regarding all aspects of the business.


What To Expect (Working Conditions & Physical Requirements): 

  1. Fast paced warehouse environment where temperatures vary from cooler to temperature-controlled areas.

  2. Working with a wide array of people/cultures in a team setting. 

  3. Works Monday through Friday, with Saturdays or holidays when required. 

đź’Ž Who We're Looking For

We’re searching for passionate, purpose-driven individuals who are eager to make a difference — not just in their day-to-day work, but in the world around them. The right candidate is someone who shares our vision for a kinder, healthier future and lives out values that align with our own.

At Nature Fresh Farms, our Core Values guide everything we do — from how we collaborate as a team to how we grow as individuals and as a business:

💚 Care – We care for our people and our communities
 
🎯 Challenger Mindset – We reimagine what’s possible
 
🤝 Service – We make things happen
 
🌱 Growing People – We cultivate greatness, every day
 
👥 One Team – We’re stronger as one

If you’re someone who believes in doing meaningful work, thrives in a collaborative environment, and is motivated by innovation and impact, you’ll feel right at home here.

🌿 Why Work With Us?

  • A forward-thinking, sustainability-driven company
  • Supportive, people-first workplace culture
  • Opportunities for growth, learning, and development
  • Competitive wages and benefits
  • A chance to be part of something bigger than yourself

đź“© Ready to Grow With Us?

If you're inspired to make a real impact and grow your career in an innovative, purpose-driven environment, we’d love to hear from you!

Click the “Apply” button and submit your resume to take the next step in your career with Nature Fresh Farms.

Nature Fresh Farms is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, beginning with the hiring process. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcome applications from candidates, in accordance with all relevant legislation. Nature Fresh Farms provides an accessible environment in which all individuals have access in a way that respects the dignity and independence of people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.




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