Manufacturing Operations Manager

5 days ago


Santa Ana, United States Simply-Bread.co Full time

The Role


Simply Bread Co. seeks a highly versatile and hands-on Manufacturing Operations Manager to lead our operations and manufacturing team.


This role involves managing our manufacturing team, planning our supply chain, and working with our vendors, all while improving processes, systems, and tools.


You have strong leadership skills, as well as analytical and process design skills. You love working in a fast-paced, fast-growing ‘start-up’ or ‘scale-up’ environment and enjoy "building the plane as you fly it."


Objectives and Responsibilities


  • Manage our 7-member operations and manufacturing team to meet shipping quotas.
  • Process Improvement: Identify, analyze, and optimize existing operational processes to increase productivity and reduce costs.
  • Implement process changes that lead to measurable improvements in quality, speed, and overall operational effectiveness.
  • Use our current systems and tools (spreadsheets, ERP/MRP system, e-commerce tools, CRM). Work with our remote implementation team to improve systems.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the operation department.
  • Training and Development: Develop and deliver training programs on process improvement methodologies and tools. Empower team members with the skills and knowledge to drive continuous improvement, leading to a culture of innovation and operational excellence.
  • Reporting: Create and present project documentation, reports, and presentations communicating project progress, outcomes, and recommendations to stakeholders and leadership. Ensure transparency and alignment, leading to informed decision-making and successful project outcomes.


Skills and Qualifications


  • 5+ years of experience in operations management, preferably within a manufacturing environment.
  • Bachelor’s degree or relevant experience.
  • Strong analytical skills, with the ability to work with data and draw actionable insights.
  • Experience in process improvement methodologies
  • Proven ability to manage cross-functional projects and collaborate effectively with diverse team members.
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to present complex information.
  • Proficiency or willingness to become proficient with new software(Google Sheets, Shopify, Odoo, Hubspot)
  • Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive, solution-oriented mindset)


Bonus Points For


  • Experience in a fast-paced startup environment focused on team participation.
  • A passion for the food and baking industry.
  • Proficiency in Spanish


What we offer



  • The opportunity to make a significant impact on people’s lives.
  • The opportunity to make a real impact in a growing and dynamic company
  • A challenging and intellectually stimulating work environment
  • The chance to build, lead, and mentor a talented team
  • Vacation, holiday, and 401k benefits package
  • A collaborative and positive work culture


Please send your resume to recruiting@simply-bread.co


Salary Range: $90-120k/yr depending on experience and demonstrated skill, with

the opportunity to quickly increase to a higher pay tier.


Ready to Join Our Team?


If you're a passionate and results-oriented individual who thrives in a fast-paced

environment, we encourage you to apply We're looking for someone ready to

roll up their sleeves, make a difference, and grow their career with us.


About Simply Bread

www.simply-bread.co

Simply Bread Co. exists to build community and provide economic opportunity through the universal love of artisan bread.


Artisan bread is enjoying a renaissance globally as people rediscover the taste and quality of fresh, locally-produced baking.


Simply Bread is hyper-focused on building a community of artisan bakers who want to elevate and monetize their craft.


Our flagship product is a modern, feature-rich baking oven that allows micro-bakeries to create 12-16 loaves of artisan bread in 40 minutes. Our Simply Bread App online platform provides bakers with a quick and powerful way to build a unique online storefront presence, connect directly with their customers, and efficiently manage their transactions.




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