Plant Operations Manager
1 day ago
About the Company:
Red Kite Recruiting is proud to partner with a leading dairy co-manufacturer in Wisconsin to find a seasoned professional to fill the role of Plant Manager. This opportunity is ideal for an experienced leader seeking to elevate their career or an established Plant Manager looking to join a dynamic and growing organization. The company seeks a candidate with over 7 years of leadership experience in food manufacturing, preferably within the process cheese or dairy industry.
About the Role:
Key Responsibilities:
- Leadership & Supervision: Oversee two direct reports—Production Manager and Sanitation Manager. Provide leadership, guidance, and coaching to six additional salaried supervisors and a team of 80+ hourly workers.
- Cross-Department Collaboration: Foster close, collaborative relationships with departments including Warehouse, Maintenance, Quality, R&D, and Production Planning to ensure seamless operations across the organization.
- Communication: Maintain effective communication with all levels of the organization. Lead your team with clarity, direction, and support. Be prepared to take a hands-on approach when necessary to achieve organizational goals.
- LEAN Implementation: Utilize LEAN principles to drive process improvements while balancing the need for flexibility and agility in production. Develop strategic initiatives that align with both long-term goals and immediate operational needs.
- Continuous Improvement: Focus on overall production efficiency, equipment management, and process optimization. Identify and implement opportunities for improvement to support the growth of the operation.
- Visibility & Accessibility: Maintain a visible presence within the facility, with your office centrally located to facilitate open communication. Demonstrate excellent people skills and maintain trustworthiness and credibility.
- Collaboration with COO: Work closely with the COO, accepting direction, coaching, and feedback to ensure both personal and organizational success.
Qualifications:
- Experience: Minimum of 7 years in a leadership role within a food manufacturing environment, with a preference for experience in the process cheese or dairy industry.
- Skills: Proven ability to manage and motivate teams, excellent communication skills, and a strong grasp of manufacturing processes and equipment.
- LEAN Knowledge: Demonstrated experience with LEAN methodologies and the ability to apply these principles effectively within a production setting.
- Strategic Vision: Ability to balance strategic planning with day-to-day operational management. Strong focus on improving efficiencies and supporting growth.
- People Skills: Exceptional interpersonal skills with a commitment to fostering a positive work environment and maintaining open lines of communication.
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