Business Unit Leader Operations Job at Campbell Soup Company (Franklin)

Business Unit Leader Operations

Campbell Soup Company

Location:
United States , Franklin

Category:
Manufacturing

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

72600.00 - 104400.00 USD / Year

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Job Description:

The Business Unit Leader – Operations – Night Shift is responsible for the management of the production departments within the food manufacturing plant. This role is responsible for setting the direction and achieving results through the entire operations team. This leadership role must be accomplished in an environment where safety comes first with a balanced ‘lean’ implementation mindset continually achieving and improving Quality/Housekeeping/Service levels/Productivity and Cost objectives.

Job Responsibility:

Manage, lead, and support multiple departments across the operation teams to include Packaging, Processing, Quality, Sanitation, Warehouse and Maintenance
Coordinates activities between departments
ensure established safety, quality, service, and cost initiatives are delivered and commitments are met
Reviews production schedules: monitors, evaluates, and optimizes production execution
establishes priorities and sequences as needed to achieve optimal results
Manages safe work practices throughout plant, observes safe work practices and communicates policies and practices with Business Unit Leaders/Department Managers, supervisors and team members
Interprets, develops, and coaches the team in company safety policies, procedures, and regulations
Oversees product in-production inspections and audits ensure adherence to Quality and Food Safety standards that meet regulatory and customer expectations
Reviews production and operating reports
resolves operational, manufacturing, quality and maintenance problems to minimize cost, operational delays and Consumer and Foreign Matter complaints
Analyzes and resolves work problems or assists team members in solving work problems
Troubleshoots unusual or difficult issues requiring coordination and communication across cross-functional departments
follows through with quality and/or process improvements
Develops, coaches and/or mentors direct reports and team members
Familiarizes team with established policies, procedures, rules, and regulations
Communicates daily production performance and day-to-day issues with Business Unit/Department Leaders and team members
Interprets and ensures consistent application of company policies
Drives employee engagement, implements effective training programs to develop leadership and technical skills within both the salaried and hourly workforce
Provides feedback on performance and participates in creating development plans for each direct report
Maintains a cohesive associate working environment and ensures teambuilding sessions are conducted within each department
Serves as a champion for developing and maintaining a strong “CI” culture within the respective departments and across departments
continuously working to develop a mindset within the leadership team and the entire facility to seek continuous improvement opportunities including intangible activities, as well as tangible support of CI initiatives

Requirements:

A minimum of 5 years prior production management experience in a food manufacturing environment required
Bachelor’s Degree preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience required
High performance work systems experience highly desired
CI experience
Effective written and verbal communication skills including presentation skills
Effective interpersonal and leadership skills including listening and managing skills required to work in and manage teams
Solid conflict resolution and problem-solving skills
Ability to identify and manage projects from concept to implementation and successfully drive project results

Nice to have:

Bachelor’s degree in manufacturing or engineering
Experience with high-performance manufacturing work systems

What we offer:

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

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
January 05, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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