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Position Details Position Information Recruitment/Posting Title Senior Manager Production Planning and Facilities Job Category Staff & Executive - Facilities/Environmental/Maintenance Department NJAES Food Innovation CtrSouth Overview The Rutgers Food Innovation Center (FIC) is a unique business incubation and economic development accelerator program, which provides business and technology expertise to small and mid-sized food and agribusinesses in New Jersey and utilizes its outreach capacity to reach the food industry throughout the nation. The FIC provides extensive programs in training and workforce development; customized and comprehensive business and technical mentoring services; and a 23,000 sq. ft. USDA- and FDA-inspected facility that enables design, development, analysis, commercialization and manufacture of value-added food products for sale to retail and foodservice markets. Posting Summary Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Senior Manager Production Planning and Facilities for the Food Innovation Center South. This position reports to the Executive Director and Director of the Food Innovation Center (FIC). Among the key duties of the position are the following: Provides leadership for production planning, manufacturing, scale-up to commercialization, working in conjunction with product development and quality assurance and training to bring a food product to market. Interfaces with the entire management team at FIC. Provides total business solutions for farmers, start-up companies and food processing clients that are served. Oversees the mechanical production functionality of the facility and equipment and meet all Rutgers and regulatory requirements, working in conjunction with the FIC Processing Engineering consultant, and Rutgers Facilities and REHS personnel. Implements and maintains sanitation and production and sanitation programs and personnel training, in compliance with FDA and USDA regulations for the manufacturing of food products. Provides personalized and customized technical support to FIC clients in the areas of regulations and compliance. Interfaces with clients daily and provide appropriate food production and sanitation services to maintain facility policies. Identifies, implements and/or evaluates advanced strategies for continuous improvement in production processes client services, sanitation procedures. facility management, building security, food defense, etc. FLSA Exempt Grade 07 Salary Details Benchmark Salary Range: $94,492 - $108,665 Minimum Salary 94492.000 Mid Range Salary 119604.000 Maximum Salary 144715.000 Offer Information The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university’s broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent. Benefits Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include: Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable) Life insurance coverage Employee discount programs Position Status Full Time Working Hours Standard Hours 37.50 Daily Work Shift Day Work Arrangement This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement. Union Description Admin Assembly (MPSC) Payroll Designation PeopleSoft Seniority Unit Terms of Appointment Staff - 12 month Position Pension Eligibility ABP Qualifications Minimum Education and Experience Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience in the food industry. 7 years of food industry supervisory experience in a supervisory position in the fields of food manufacturing, production planning, facilities management, compliance, and/or sanitation within food processing environments. Certifications/Licenses Certifications in HACCP (USDA, FDA and Seafood) and Better Process Control School or the ability to become certified in these areas upon hiring. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Understanding of food manufacturing, food safety principles, including GMP’s and SSOP’s and HACCP. Experience with food plant operations, quality assurance and technical services in the food industry. Ability to develop strategies and manage multiple projects. Excellent communication skills. Comfortable in a training role. Ability to create and lead an environment of continuous improvement. Ability to work in a team environment. Ability to work with confidence in the individual needs of clients. Computer literacy in Excel and Word. Ability to analyze data and create technical reports. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Chemistry, Biological Sciences, or a related field. Plant Operations and/or experience managing all activities involved in a departmental/cross functional environment. Technical expertise in bottling line and related equipment. Experience with the fruit and vegetable processing industry, prepared foods, beverage industry and/or seafood industry. Business entrepreneurial experience. SQF Practitioner or similar training experience in another global food safety program (BRC, HACCP). Strong inter-personal skills. Ability to work in a team environment with clients on a regular basis for all of their business support needs. Equipment Utilized Production: Hot water heater, steam boiler, air compressor, vacuum seal machine, automatic filling machine, automatic capper, steam jacketed kettles, refrigeration systems, ovens, dough proofers, commercial mixers, etc. Physical Demands and Work Environment Standard hours are 8:30-4:30 with extended hours based upon facility and client needs. Ability to work extended hours in either a hot & humid environment or refrigerated rooms -15 to 50°F. Ability to walk or stand on hard, wet, slippery concrete floors for extended length of time. Ability to lift items up to 50 lbs. Special Conditions Posting Details Posting Number 25ST2211 Posting Open Date 10/16/2025 Special Instructions to Applicants Regional Campus Rutgers University-New Brunswick Home Location Campus Off Campus City Bridgeton State NJ Location Details Pre-employment Screenings All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings. Immunization Requirements Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate’s offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination. Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Statement It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (\*). \* Do you have a bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience in the food industry? Yes No \* Do you have at least 7 years of food industry supervisory experience in a supervisory position in the fields of food manufacturing, production planning, facilities management, compliance, and/or sanitation within food processing environments? Yes No \* Do you acknowledge that this position is located off-campus, 100 miles from New Brunswick and in Cumberland County, NJ? Yes No \* Do you understand that you will be required to obtain a Special/White Seal Boiler License? Yes No Applicant Documents Required Documents Resume/CV Cover Letter/Letter of Application Optional Documents