[Skip to main content](#main-content) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) [Hiring report](/reports/hiring/) · [All Sysco jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/sysco/) · [Search jobs](/search/) Sysco · Hampshire, IL # Director, Production - Food Manufacturing Hampshire, IL Director $107,200 - $160,800 Manufacturing & Production Listed on Sysco’s official careers site. Listed as of October 17, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there. [Apply on Sysco’s careers site →](https://careers.sysco.com/en/job/hampshire/director-production-food-manufacturing/1105/99678017344) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [Sysco](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/sysco/) / Director, Production - Food Manufacturing ## Job description Employment Type Full time Company name US1292 Buckhead Meat Midwest Inc.-Illinois Division Compensation $107,200 - $160,800 Compensation Range The compensation range provided is in compliance with state specific laws. Factors that may be used to determine your actual rate of pay include your specific skills, years of experience and other factors. Job Profile Summary Responsible for managing or performing work associated with converting raw materials and components into finished goods including: - General production manufacturing work - Assembling finished components or parts into finished products - Process manufacturing batches of bulk materials/ingredients including mechanical processing (e.g., mixing, grinding, separating, filtering, etc.) and chemical processing (altering the chemical properties of materials through chemical reactions and changing temperature, pressure, etc.) - Setting up and operating machine tools to convert materials into parts, sub-assemblies, and assemblies - Surface finishing of parts, components, and assembled items including washing/painting/plating/anti- corrosion coating, hardening, polishing/engraving/etching, etc. - Packaging materials or finished goods into containers for the purpose of protection, display, and handling Description ### JOB SUMMARY Responsible for the leadership of the department managers within the processing facility including cut, prep, packaging, and warehouse. Stay involved in the process and have a good understanding of the departments' needs such as systems, staffing, and equipment. Other areas of responsibility are food safety, employee safety, fielding employee and customer complaints and ensure high-quality cuts at the highest possible yield along with maximizing pounds per man-hour. ### RESPONSIBILITIES Responsible for managing plant production and working with management to ensure the continual operational improvement of efficiencies and effectiveness of the company. Coordinate with all departments within the organization to establish and carry out operational challenges. Direct, monitor and appraise the performance of all areas immediately reporting and provide direction on areas of concern or new tasks. Maintain qualified personnel in positions that report directly and recommend compensation for all production employees. Participates as part of the management team to develop business strategies, company policy, and company direction. Provide input and leadership on decision-making issues, review and approve costs in labor, equipment, supplies and other areas as they relate to the overall operation. Work with customers, sales, and merchandising functions on product development and building meat knowledge. Assist with customer and field sales inquiries to offer solutions to resolve problems. Provide analysis to president as requested. Approve major projects or personal changes within the production facility. Give a reason for the expenditure include the benefits the new equipment will bring to the facility and an estimated pay off time based on studies leading to the decision for purchase. ### QUALIFICATIONS Education Bachelor’s preferred Experience Four years leadership of Meat processing background ### Professional Skills Leadership skills #LI-GR1 #LI-ONSITE Overview Sysco is the global leader in foodservice distribution. With over 71,000 colleagues and a fleet of over 13,000 vehicles, Sysco operates approximately 333 distribution facilities worldwide and serves more than 700,000 customer locations. We offer our colleagues the opportunity to grow personally and professionally, to contribute to the success of a dynamic organization, and to serve others in a manner that exceeds their expectations. We’re looking for talented, hard-working individuals to join our team. Come grow with us and let us show you why Sysco is at the heart of food and service. AFFIRMATIVE ACTION STATEMENT Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law. This opportunity is available through Sysco Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates. APPLY NOW SAVE JOB ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Not stated - First seen by OpenNash: Oct 10, 2026 - Last checked: Oct 17, 2026 - Listed for: 7 days - Location: Hampshire, IL - Pay: $107,200 - $160,800[Apply on Sysco’s careers site →](https://careers.sysco.com/en/job/hampshire/director-production-food-manufacturing/1105/99678017344) ## More jobs at Sysco ### [Production Operations Worker](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/sysco/jobs/a2ee1453eb8892fa2f43/) Hampshire, IL ### [Supervisor, Production - Meat & Seafood Manufacturing](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/sysco/jobs/e5a3e154677c2b188e60/) Hampshire, IL ### [Bandsaw Meat Cutter Operator](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/sysco/jobs/b44c610bdd45394b60c3/) Hampshire, IL ### [Director, Warehouse Operations - Food Manufacturing](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/sysco/jobs/f3c846872538b375c14a/) Hampshire, IL ### [Driver, Non CDL - $1,000 Sign On Bonus!](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/sysco/jobs/b6e4802ede862407ff3d/) Hampshire, IL ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [Food Production Manager](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/aramark/jobs/747e5655ef6cd8b2e470/) Aramark · Philadelphia, PA, US ### [Food Production Lead Worker](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/aramark/jobs/c66093d3c74869d81eeb/) Aramark · Rowlett, TX, US ### [Manufacturing Production Supervisor](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/sanmina-sci/jobs/b4756c00ff642682d8bc/) Sanmina-SCI · United States ### [Production Control Manufacturing Planner](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/lockheed-martin/jobs/2976d9e79c67fedf3d2d/) Lockheed Martin · Palmdale, CA ### [Manufacturing/Production Operator](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/general-dynamics/jobs/50f65ae40f9bbf5dfa0e/) General Dynamics · Taunton, MA, US [Manufacturing & Production jobs](/functions/manufacturing-production/) OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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