Since 1869, we've connected people through food they love. We’re proud to be stewards of amazing brands that people trust. Our portfolio includes the iconic Campbell’s brand, as well as Cape Cod, Chunky, Goldfish, Kettle Brand, Lance, Late July, Pacific Foods, Pepperidge Farm, Prego, Pace, Rao’s Homemade, Snack Factory, Snyder’s of Hanover. Swanson, and V8.

Here, you will make a difference every day. You will be supported to build a rewarding career with opportunities to grow, innovate and inspire. Make history with us.

Why Campbell’s…

Benefits begin on day one and include medical, dental, short and long-term disability, AD&D, and life insurance (for individual, families, and domestic partners).
Employees are eligible for our matching 401(k) plan and can enroll on the first day of employment with immediate vesting.
Campbell’s offers unlimited sick time along with paid time off and holiday pay.
If in WHQ – free access to the fitness center. Access to on-site day care (operated by Bright Horizons) and company store.
Giving back to the communities where our employees work and live is very important to Campbell’s. Our “Campbell’s Cares” program matches employee donations and/or volunteer activity up to $1,500 annually.
Campbell’s has a variety of Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to support employees.

How you will make history here…

Shaping the next generation of operational excellence and leadership on the plant floor.
Influencing the day-to-day performance of long-term culture of Campbell’s brand.
Helping elevate Campbell’s legacy of quality and reliability to new heights.
Building a workforce that is more agile, more empowered, and more aligned with Campbell’s purpose of connecting people through food they love.

What you will do…

Operational Leadership Across Business Units

Oversee second shift operations across Soup Operations and Aseptic Operations
Serve as the go-to leader for 410–500 employees on second shift, without direct reporting structure.
Communicate effectively with Business Unit (BU) leaders and influence outcomes without formal authority.

Team & Culture Development

Foster a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Be a visible, approachable leader - someone employees trust and go to for support.
Help guide temporary staff toward full-time conversion and integration.

Problem Solving & Decision Support

Lead root cause analysis and problem-solving efforts across departments.
Support teams in making real-time decisions, especially during equipment downtime or production challenges.

Cross-Functional Coordination

Collaborate with maintenance, quality, and other support functions.
Ensure smooth handoffs between first, second, and third shifts.
Interpret production schedules and align labor and resources accordingly.

KPI Management

Monitor and drive performance in key areas: safety, quality, compliance, direct labor, and production attainment.
Understand and act on metrics like can output, SKU accuracy, and cost control.

Who will you work with…

Associate Director - Soup Operations, Business Unit Leaders from Soup Operations and Aseptic Operations, Other Shift Leaders, and Managers
Team size ranges from 410-500 employees (Second Shift)
What sets your team apart? High-Profile Engagement, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Empowered Leadership, Growth-Oriented Culture, Commitment to Excellence, and Supportive Work Environment
Future of the business – The Maxton Plant is focused on growth, innovation, and workforce development.

What you will bring to the table… (Must Have)

H.S. Diploma or GED required.
5+ years of Operations Leadership experience

It would be great if you have…

Bachelor’s Degree preferred.

Compensation and Benefits:

The target base salary range for this full-time, salaried position is between

$63,400-$91,100

Individual base pay depends on work location and additional factors such as experience, job-related skills, and relevant education or training. Total pay may include other forms of compensation. In addition, we offer competitive health, dental, 401k and wellness benefits beginning on the first day of employment. Please ask your Talent Acquisition Partner for more information about our total rewards package.

The Company is committed to providing equal opportunity for employees and qualified applicants in all aspects of the employment relationship, including consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, marital status, protected veteran status, disability, age, religion, or any other classification protected by law.