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Cole McDonald

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Plant Manager at Perdue Farms
📍 Shiner, Texas, United States

Cole McDonald is a performance-driven Plant Manager at EDDY Foods Inc. , specializing in manufacturing operations and lean development. His expertise is built on roles at Perdue Farms and Adams Flavors, complemented by a Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification and a BBA from Western Governors University. His leadership style is shaped by his military service.

As a veteran of the United States Marine Corps, Cole is a strong advocate for empowering leadership. He believes that micro-management stifles personal and company growth. He is passionate about team building, developing culture, and mentoring team members to help them recognize their full potential and impact.

His leadership and operational excellence principles are heavily influenced by eight years of service in the U. S. Marine Corps.

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Experience
4 Years
Current Role
Plant Manager
Job Level
Middle
Location
Shiner, Texas, United States
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Leadership Philosophy
Strongly believes against micro-management, viewing it as a barrier to personnel development, company growth, and talent retention.
Operational Excellence
Focuses on achieving success in complex, time-constrained, and resource-scarce manufacturing environments, drawing on his military and industry experience.
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Career

Work history

1-2026
Plant Manager
Perdue Farms
9-2024 - 1-2026
Plant Manager
EDDY Foods Inc.
6-2023 - 9-2024
Plant Superintendent
Perdue Farms
2-2023 - 5-2023
Plant Manager
Adams® Flavors, Foods & Ingredients, LLC
3-2022 - 2-2023
Sr. Operations Manager
Adams® Flavors, Foods & Ingredients, LLC
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Education
2017 - 2020
Bachelor of Business Administration - BBA
Western Governors University
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