| Position | Assistant Operations Manager, iPROOF? |
| Posted | 08 Jun 2026 |
| Expired | 08 Jul 2026 |
| Company | Primient |
| Location | Decatur | US |
| Job Type | Full Time |
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Primient is a century old company with an entrepreneurial spirit. We are a leading producer of food and industrial ingredients made from plant-based, renewable sources. We deliver value through deep technical, commercial, and operational excellence that is backed by our long-standing corn wet milling heritage. Wherever we are in the process, from field to customer, our priorities are focused on ensuring we produce the safest, highest quality products through practices that uphold both our responsibility and commitments to the challenge and drive for excellence, our people and our planet. We are a privately held company with locations across the US, Mexico, Poland, and Brazil. We're investing in our plants and people to unlock our potential in the industrial and food sectors. Guided by our values of Safety, Excellence, Integrity, and Growth, we're focused on growing our business, our reputation, and the career of every teammate.
Assistant Operations ManagerDecatur, IL
About the Role
The Assistant Operations Manager supports the operations team in overseeing daily operations for the facility, with shared accountability for safety, production, quality, cost control, staffing, and project execution. This role is a hands-on technical and leadership position, serving as a key contributor to the area's operational performance and a developer of frontline talent. The Assistant Operations Manager plays a pivotal role in sustaining and advancing operational excellence.
Key responsibilities:Assist the operations team in driving safety, quality, production, and cost outcomes for the facility a defined process area.
Oversee daily performance for a portion of the process line, using data to address and resolve issues.
Analyze loss trends, implement countermeasures, and lead level board discussions
Work cross-functionally with engineering, maintenance, and quality to prioritize and resolve operational issues.
Help build and deliver clear daily and weekly plans to align teams and maintain shift continuity.
Serve as a technical resource by staying current on unit operations and sharing knowledge with peers and operators.
Partner with the GM on staffing, onboarding, skill block qualifications, and performance feedback.
Ensure consistent use of level boards, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), and loss tracking systems to monitor performance.
Contribute to capital and reliability initiatives, representing the area in cross-functional teams.
Promote adherence to safety policies and drive timely resolution of safety-related issues.
About You
BS Bioengineering or related field
5+ years in a manufacturing, industrial biotech or life sciences setting
Experience leading frontline teams or shift operations
Understanding of common bio-manufacturing downstream processing unit operations
Experience managing production in food safe environment
Familiarity with tech transfer and scale-up of bio products
Strong understanding of upstream and downstream bioprocessing, quality systems, and regulatory compliance
Awareness of cost drivers and performance metrics aligned to production targets
Experience with ERP systems, CRM tools, and business reporting platforms.
Understanding of Process Safety Management (PSM), preferred
The annual pay range estimated for this position is $135,893.60 - $169,867.00 and is bonus eligible.
Please note that while this range reflects the full spectrum of compensation available for this role, individual compensation will be determined based on several factors including your experience, skills, and alignment with the role's responsibilities. During the interview process there will be an opportunity to discuss how your background fits into the pay range.? ? We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes:
• Competitive Pay?
• Multiple Healthcare plan choices?
• Dental and vision insurance?
• A 401(k) plan with company and matching contributions ?
• Short- and Long-Term Disability?
• Life, AD&D, and Voluntary Insurance plans?
• Paid holidays & vacation?
• Floating days off?
• Parental leave for new parents?
• Employee resource groups?
• Learning & development programs?
• Fun culture where you have an opportunity in shaping our future
Career Path & Culture
Primient is committed to a workplace that is all in – ensuring everyone has the opportunity to develop and shape a career that matters in an open culture which embraces equity, diversity and belonging. We challenge old ways of thinking; and encourage employee voices to be a guiding force for ongoing learning.
Primient supports a culture of inclusion that respects individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe our differences make better decisions, drive excellence, and deliver better business results. Primient employees experience autonomy and accountability in their role. Here, employees control their destiny as there is opportunity for career growth and pathways outside the norm.
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging
We are believers in the power of difference. We strive to represent the communities in which we operate and to provide an inclusive, welcoming environment for all. We want Primient to be a place where every employee feels they belong and knows they are seen, heard, valued and safe to speak up. Our aspiration is to unlock the full potential in diverse perspectives, while offering everyone an equal chance to grow,
Primient is an equal opportunity employer, committed to the strength of an inclusive workforce.
California Consumer Privacy Act ("CCPA")
The Company is committed to complying with the California Consumer Privacy Act ("CCPA") and all data privacy and laws in the jurisdictions in which it recruits and hires employees. We collect the following categories of personal information for the purpose of hiring the best qualified applicants and to comply with applicable employment laws: Name and contact information; Job preference and work availability; Social Security Number and/or other identification information; Education and qualifications; Employment history and experience; Military service; Reference and background check information, including relevant criminal history and credit history; Social media information; Pre-employment test results; Post-offer medical examination information and results, including drug test results; Voluntary self-disclosure information regarding minority, veteran, and disability status; and Information provided by you during the hiring process.
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