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Operations Manager, Manufacturing

Primo Brands · Hollis, ME

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Level
Manager
Team
Production
Base pay
$120k–$147k
Degree
Required
Industry
Food & beverage
Posted
30+ days ago

The role in 30 seconds

A management production role at Primo Brands (food & beverage) in Hollis, ME.

They ask for
degree required
Tools it names
Six Sigma, TPM, SAP
Base pay
$120k–$147k
Day to day
some off-shift / weekend coverage

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From the plant jobs report · week of November 9, 2026

Production Engineer roles in the US: typical posted base $115k–$163k. This one lists $120k–$147k.

Median of the low and high ends of 380 live postings that list pay, out of 1195 production engineer openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.

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How this role compares

Against 1194 other live production postings in the US.

Base pay
In line with similar roles

Typical $107k–$155k, from 323 postings that list pay.

Experience asked
Not stated

Similar roles usually ask 6+ years.

Skills these teams ask for most

  • ✓ Team leadership 43%
  • Lean 40%
  • Root cause 25%
  • EHS / safety 24%
  • ✓ New product launch 21%

✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.

Stands out: this posting asks for TPM, SAP, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.

At a glance

Off-shift / weekend coverage

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This plant: Primo Brands in Hollis

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Full description from Primo BrandsAs posted on their careers site.Show

Responsibilities

Serve as a key member of the factory leadership team in a large bottling and distribution facility Partner cross functionally with Planning, Quality, Transportation, Maintenance and Warehouse to maximize efficiencies and output of high-quality product in a safe manner Lead the execution of cultural changes and activities needed to support the pursuit of TPM Coach, mentor and develop and assess and create plans to grow the skills and competencies of frontline employees to meet current and future business

requirements

Ensure the planned efficiency and production numbers are attained or exceeded to ensure customer demand can be fulfilled on time Monitor and track planned DH (downtime) hours and partner with Quality and Maintenance to minimize DH yet maximize the strategic use of DH Ensure the first pass quality goals and preventative maintenance of lines is completed to standard Make certain, planned KPI’s of Efficiency and Performance are met or exceeded for yourself and team members Work alongside Safety, Quality and HR to ensure complete compliance with Policies, GMPs, FSMS

requirements

Compliance with audit activities to make sure all internal and external standards are met, including ISO Track competencies of subordinates and provide leadership and development as required Develop and guide direct reports in order to achieve desired results Participate in projects including workforce planning, budgeting, new product launches, equipment installs or upgrades

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in related field; masters preferred 5 or more years of production experience in a team leadership capacity Prior experience in the consumer products industry or food and beverage with familiarity with quality and hygiene regulation preferred Knowledge and exposure to TPM, Six Sigma and various problem-solving methodologies Solid understanding of production processes, preventative maintenance and budget management Exceptional work ethic / dependability Strong oral / written / interpersonal communication skills Excellent organizational and analytical skills Tactful interaction with peers, subordinates, vendors and customers Ability to lead, train, motivate, coach and develop individuals and teams Problem solve creatively to lead team through improvements Ability to remove team barriers to ensure achievement of all Key Performance Indicators Proficient computer skills in business management software (SAP preferred), production monitoring systems (EIT preferred) and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, Access, Power Point) Willingness to respond to after-hour calls for critical issues and provide weekend coverage a few times/year #LI-CG2 If you're ready to embark on an exciting journey with Primo Brands, apply now! Salary Range Disclaimer: The salary range provided for this position is approximation based on market research, internal compensation data and the candidate’s

qualifications

and experience. Final salary offers are determined through a comprehensive evaluation of candidate

qualifications

and may vary depending on factors such as skills, experience, and geographic location of the position. Other components of the compensation package, including benefits and bonuses, will also be considered. We are committed to fair and equitable compensation practices, and we encourage open dialogue about compensation during the interview process. Primo Brands’ established portfolio includes billion-dollar brands Poland Spring® and Pure Life®, premium brands like Saratoga® and Mountain Valley®, regional leaders such as Arrowhead®, Deer Park®, Ice Mountain® Ozarka®, and Zephyrhills®, purified brands, Primo Water® and Sparkletts®, and flavored and enhanced brands like Splash® and AC+ION®. Our extensive direct-to-consumer offerings and industry-leading line-up of innovative water dispensers create consumer connectivity through recurring water purchases across Water Direct, Water Exchange, and Water Refill. At Primo Brands, our more than 11,000 associates are at the heart of what we do and deliver on our mission to provide healthy hydration to consumers wherever, however and whenever they want it. We believe in fostering a respectful culture, which values our associates who are deeply invested in quality hydration, our communities, and the sustainability of our packaging and water sources for generations to come. Primo Brands is proud to be an Equal Opportunity

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Overview Primo Brands is a leading branded beverage company in North America with a focus on healthy hydration. We are proud to offer an extensive and iconic portfolio of highly recognizable, sustainably sourced, and conveniently packaged branded beverages distributed across more than 150,000 retail outlets. We are currently seeking an Operations Manager for our Hollis, ME location. The Role will report to the Factory Manager. The Operations Manager will play a critical role in leading teams for our 24/7, 7 days a week bottling plant. This is an exempt position with direct reports. Base Salary: $120,317-$146,904 Location: Hollis, ME Schedule: Monday-Friday with flexibility needed on occasion Benefits: Health Benefits: Medical, prescription, dental, vision, flexible spending account (FSA), dependent care flexible spending account (FSA), health savings account (HSA). Retirement/Investing: 401K with a 5% match, Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP). Insurance: Employee Life Insurance, short and long-term disability, critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, spouse/domestic partner/child life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment. Other great benefits: Employee discounts, save on auto, home, and pet insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation and sick time, 9 paid holidays and 3 paid floating holidays, paid leave for when you have a baby, adopt a child, or become a foster parent, legal services, identity theft protection, employee assistance program (EAP), adoption reimbursement benefit, FEDlogic, commuter benefits.

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