Operations Manager

• Collaborate with site leadership, maintenance, engineering, and quality teams to identify and resolve production challenges
• Partner with cross-functional teams to implement new processes, equipment, and product launches
• Act as the primary point of contact for production-related issues
• Engage in strategic planning with site leaders
• Lead and motivate Line Leadership to meet and exceed performance standards in Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost
• Develop and execute daily, weekly, and monthly production plans
• Conduct regular team meetings
• Provide coaching and feedback to team members
• Lead and support change management initiatives
• Oversee daily production activities
• Identify opportunities for operational improvement
• Ensure adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP), and company safety policies
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs)
• Drive adherence to operational standards and continuous improvement frameworks
• Develop and manage the budget for the production department
• Track financial performance weekly and monthly
• Identify cost reduction opportunities
• Build a high-performing team by recruiting, training, and developing line operators and technicians
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement
• Provide coaching and development opportunities to team members
• Lead cross-functional training
• Ensure team proficiency in key tools and systems

• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field (Engineering, Food Science, Chemistry, Biology, etc.) required
• Minimum of 7 years of manufacturing experience in a leadership role, preferably in the food industry
• Demonstrated strength in leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Experience with continuous improvement tools and methodologies such as TPM, Lean, or Six Sigma
• Working knowledge of GMP, HACCP, and relevant food safety regulations is preferred
• Must be willing and able to relocate for promotional opportunities

Working knowledge of GMP, HACCP, and relevant food safety regulations is preferred