Operations Manager

MyForest Foods(25 days ago)

Green Island, NYOnsiteFull TimeManager$130,000 - $180,000Operations

About this role

A Production Manager at MyForest Foods leads manufacturing operations for mycelium-based food products within a vertical farm. This is a hands-on, multi-shift role requiring daily floor presence, cross-functional collaboration, and availability beyond standard hours. The position is focused on delivering reliable production, consistent product quality, and building a high-performing operations team.

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Required Skills

Production Strategy
Production Targets
Quality Assurance
Food Safety
Production Planning
Process Improvement
Lean Manufacturing
Team Leadership
Performance Management
Training Development

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Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Manufacturing, Engineering, or Food Science

About MyForest Foods

myforestfoods.com

MyForest Foods grows mycelium in controlled vertical farms, replicating the forest environment to use mycelium as the primary ingredient in whole‑cut meat alternatives. Their debut product, MyBacon, is a plant‑based, clean‑label, whole‑cut meatless bacon crafted to satisfy vegans, vegetarians and meat‑lovers. By leveraging mycelium’s texture and flavor, MyForest aims to deliver sustainable, minimally processed alternatives to conventional meat.