Charles Mendonca
Plant Manager | Alternative Proteins | Operational Excellence | Team & Safety Leader
- Role
- Plant Manager at ADM
- Location
- West Fargo, ND, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Charles Mendonca
Plant Manager with extensive experience in Soy and Pea Protein production (isolate and functional) and edible beans, leading teams across union and non-union facilities in multiple countries.Proven expertise in continuous improvement, process control, operational excellence, and team development, consistently driving performance, cost efficiency, and production reliability. Skilled at translating complex technical challenges into clear strategies, enabling alignment across all organizational levels.Known for building high-performing, engaged teams and fostering a culture of safety, food safety, and quality, while implementing innovative solutions that deliver measurable operational results.
Experience
Plant Manager
Apr 2025 — Present · Enderlin, ND, US
Senior leader responsible for all aspects of plant operations, including production planning, scheduling, maintenance, logistics, quality control, food safety, and regulatory compliance. Manage operational budgets, control costs, and drive KPI-based performance. Lead and mentor a team of 65 non-union colleagues, fostering a high-performing, safe, and collaborative work environment. Implement continuous improvement initiatives to ensure efficient, reliable, and high-quality production across Pea Protein and Edible Bean plants.
Education
Waterford Institute of Technology
Bachelor of Sustainable Energy Engineering (BEng), Engineering
2013 — 2014
FGV - Fundação Getulio Vargas
Master of Business Administration - MBA, Agribusiness Economics and Management
2017 — 2019
FGV - Fundação Getulio Vargas
Master of Business Administration - MBA, People Management with Emphasis on Organizational Leadership
Universidade Federal da Grande Dourados
Bacharelado em Engenharia, Engenharia de Energia
2009 — 2016
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