Assistant Processing Plant Manager

Hours: 45–50 hours/week during peak processing months (May-December)

Benefits: Competitive health, dental, and vision plans; relocation stipend available, Federal Holidays Observed, Paid-Time Off

Travel: Minimal; occasional offsite business meetings

Preferred Start Date: April 6, 2026

Position Summary: A primary outcome of this role is to ensure timely, cost-efficient, and compliant poultry processing—from coordination with farmers and custom processing clients through shipment of finished product. The Assistant Plant Manager supports daily plant operations by supervising staff, coordinating line production, maintaining USDA and food safety compliance, and fostering a safe, respectful, and high-performing work environment. This role works closely with the Plant Manager to ensure production goals, quality standards, and regulatory requirements are consistently met while supporting continuous improvement and staff development within the facility.

Key Responsibilities

Operations & Production

● Support daily oversight of poultry processing operations to ensure production targets, yield goals, and quality standards are met

● Coordinate line production activities including scheduling, staffing, and workflow optimization

● Assist with inventory management of raw materials, packaging, and finished product

● Support shipping and logistics coordination to ensure accurate, timely outbound orders

Staff Supervision &Workplace Culture

● Supervise and support processing staff during daily operations

● Assist with training, onboarding, and cross-training of employees

● Reinforce workplace safety, respectful communication, and accountability

● Step into leadership coverage in the Plant Manager’s absence as needed Food Safety, USDA & Compliance

● Ensure compliance with USDA, HACCP, SSOPs, and all applicable state and federal regulations

● Support documentation, record keeping, and audit readiness

● Assist with the implementation and monitoring of sanitation and food safety protocols

● Respond promptly to regulatory findings and participate in corrective actions Facility & Equipment

● Support oversight of equipment operation, maintenance coordination, and downtime reduction

● Assist in monitoring facility cleanliness, sanitation schedules, and pest control practices

● Identify opportunities for operational improvements and cost efficiencies Coordination & Communication

● Serve as a point of contact between processing staff, Plant Manager, and administrative teams

● Communicate clearly with farmers, customers, and logistics partners as assigned

● Support data collection and reporting related to production, labor, and compliance

Required Qualifications

● 2+ years of experience in food processing, manufacturing, or agricultural operations

● Prior supervisory or team leadership experience

● Familiarity with USDA-inspected facilities, HACCP principles, and food safety standards

● Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities

● Ability to work extended hours during peak processing periods

● Comfortable working in cold, wet, and fast-paced processing environments

● Valid Driver's License

● Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods. Preferred Qualifications

● Poultry processing or meat processing experience

● Experience in small- to mid-scale processing facilities

● Bilingual (English/Spanish) strongly preferred

● Commitment to regenerative agriculture, farmer-centered systems, and equitable food systems

To apply for this position, please submit your current resume and answer the following three questions by email to delicia@regenagalliance.org and kayla@regenfoodprocessing.org by 03/06/26

1. Share your experience of working with food processing facilities.

2. Stacyville Poultry Processing is a small USDA poultry processor located in Northern

Iowa. Our focus is on building Regenerative Supply Chains and supporting small and

mid-sized farmers through processing quality services. Why are you interested in this

role?

3. How do you address challenges in the workplace? What is your approach to creating

solutions? Please give an example.

The Regenerative Agriculture Alliance was created in 2018 to build a regenerative,

equitable, and socially just agriculture sector. We are focused on scaling up a systems-

level regenerative poultry solution that restores ecological balance, produces nourishing

food, and puts money back into the hands of farmers and food chain workers. To do this

requires building a supply chain from the ground up, that integrates grassroots

organizing of farmers with physical infrastructure and other regenerative enterprises.

Regenerative Agriculture Alliance is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race,

color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or

protected veteran status.

Pay: $55,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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