Operations Manager at Poarch Band of Creek Indians – Atmore, Alabama

Job Posting: PRM Operations Manager
Department: Perdido River Meats
Division: Natural Resources & Agriculture
Reports To: Plant Manager
Employment Status: Exempt
Location: Perdido River Meats
Background Check: Required

Preference shall be given in accordance with the Title 33 (Tribal Employment Rights) of the Tribal Code/DFWP.

The Poarch Creek Indians place a high value on individuals who share our commitment to community, tradition, and progress. As Alabama's only Federally Recognized Native American Tribe, we take pride in a history that spans generations and is deeply rooted in resilience and cultural heritage. Our mission is to uplift the lives of our Tribal Members, preserve our traditions, and drive innovation for a thriving future. If you are passionate about serving with purpose and authenticity while fostering trust, unity, and growth, we welcome you to join us on this meaningful journey.

Position Summary
The PRM Operations Manager is responsible for leading all beef and pork processing operations at Perdido River Meats. This role oversees day-to-day plant operations, ensures regulatory compliance, and drives performance, efficiency, and continuous improvement in a start-up manufacturing environment.
This is a senior leadership role requiring strong operational expertise, people leadership, and hands-on execution.Key Responsibilities

• Lead all meat processing operations including slaughter, fabrication, grinding, packaging, and shipping
• Establish operational workflows, SOPs, HACCP plans, and compliance programs
• Ensure compliance with USDA, FSIS, HACCP, OSHA, and food safety standards
• Build, train, and develop plant leadership and production teams
• Develop and manage KPIs to drive performance and accountability
• Monitor production efficiency, yields, downtime, and quality
• Partner with Quality Assurance and Maintenance to ensure audit readiness and equipment reliability
• Lead corrective actions and continuous improvement initiatives
• Promote a culture of safety, quality, and operational excellence

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Meat Science, Food Science, Animal Science, Industrial Engineering, or related field
  OR
• 4 years of progressively responsible plant experience in a related industry
• 10+ years of meat processing operations experience (15 years preferred)
• 10+ years of supervisory or management experience
• Experience with new plant start-ups or major expansions strongly preferred
• Strong knowledge of USDA, FSIS, HACCP, OSHA, and food safety regulations
• Ability to work flexible and irregular hours as needed
• Valid driver’s license and ability to pass background check

Skills & Competencies

• Proven leadership and team-building ability
• Strong operational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Experience developing and managing KPIs
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and ERP/production systems
• Strong communication and accountability mindset

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• 401(k) with employer match
• Bonuses and COLA increases
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Every applicant must complete an application provided by Human Resources. A resume will not be accepted in the place of an application.

**Please note ALL individuals selected for employment are required to complete a background investigation. Individuals being placed in positions designed as child-sensitive or data-sensitive must successfully complete a background check prior to employment.

INDIAN PREFERENCE, SPOUSAL PREFERENCE, OR FIRST GENERATION:

In the event more than one applicant meets the requirements, as stated in a job description, preference shall be given in the following order: (1) Tribal Member (2) First Generation Descendant of a Tribal Member (3) Spouse of Tribal Member (4) Indian (5) Non-Indian

In the event that a position of employment is funded in whole or in part my any federal grant and/or contract or other public funding, preference shall be given in the following order: (1) Indian (2) Non-Indian

In order to receive preference, the appropriate documentation must be submitted.