Lead Operations Strategist

2 weeks ago


Bridgewater, Massachusetts, United States Vaco Full time

Client:
Nationally Recognized Food Production Company

Position:
Lead Operations Strategist

Compensation:
$150,000-$175,000 with Bonus potential + Benefits

Location:

Swedesboro, New Jersey - *Relocation options available for the ideal candidate* This role will be situated within a manufacturing environment and seeks candidates with experience in the food/beverage production sector or Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG).


Key Responsibilities:


Guide the team to achieve and surpass performance targets in areas such as employee safety, product quality, customer satisfaction, production efficiency, labor management, and cost control, while minimizing downtime and waste, adhering to production schedules, maintaining cleanliness, and fostering ongoing employee training.

Ensure adherence to all safety regulations, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), industry standards, and company policies, maintaining readiness for inspections at all times.

Champion quality enhancement initiatives through effective leadership across functional teams.
Manage the coordination and scheduling of all departments to align with planning demands.

Analyze Key Performance Indicator (KPI) data and generate weekly reports with comprehensive commentary, including action plans for necessary improvements.

Assist in the annual budgeting process while overseeing and managing labor and departmental expenditures throughout the fiscal year.

Promote and support the plant's Continuous Improvement initiatives.

Facilitate employee performance management by providing recognition, rewards, and resources aimed at the development, motivation, and engagement of all team members.

Support indirect departments to ensure compliance, including Food Safety & Quality Assurance, Environmental Health & Safety, and Human Resources.


Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree or a combination of higher education and relevant experience.
5-7 years of experience in manufacturing, including supervisory roles.
Strong leadership, communication, and team-building abilities.
Proficient presentation skills.
Computer literate with expertise in Excel, Word, and SAP inventory systems.
Experience in CPG, food, and beverage manufacturing.

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret documents such as production schedules, safety regulations, operational instructions, and procedural manuals.

Capability to compose routine reports and correspondence. Ability to effectively communicate before groups of employees or colleagues within the organization.

To excel in this role, an individual should possess knowledge of Microsoft Word processing software, Excel spreadsheet software, and Outlook email software.



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