Manufacturing Operations Director

17 hours ago


Tampa, Florida, United States Pedagog Recruiting & Careers Full time
Job Title: Director of Manufacturing

The Director of Manufacturing is a key leadership role responsible for overseeing all aspects of our food manufacturing plant. This position requires a strong understanding of food safety, quality, and regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of building and implementing standard operating procedures (SOPs) and lean manufacturing principles.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Develop and execute strategies to optimize production efficiency, reduce waste, and enhance overall plant performance.
  • Lead the creation of a world-class safety culture in the manufacturing plant.
  • Monitor and control operational costs, identifying opportunities for cost reduction without compromising quality or safety.
  • Assess and optimize production capacity to meet current and future demands, considering equipment limitations and potential expansion opportunities.
  • Provide effective leadership to Manufacturing teams, fostering a collaborative and results-driven work environment.
  • Create a culture of accountability, delegate in a highly effective manner, and develop leaders to support succession planning and organizational resilience.
  • Identify, advocate for, and implement manufacturing capital improvement projects in support of long-term strategic plans.
  • Drive disciplined and timely root cause analysis and corrective action in response to production-related deviations in quality, efficiency, and financial reporting.
  • Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to gauge operational efficiency, track progress, and drive continuous improvement efforts.
  • Identify and take advantage of opportunities for personal development and knowledge accumulation to ensure the company stays ahead of food manufacturing industry trends.
Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in operations management, business, engineering, or a related field.
  • Minimum of Ten (10) years of food production leadership experience, preferably in frozen food processing.
  • Demonstrated track record of building, implementing, and managing adherence to standard operating procedures (SOPs).
  • Demonstrated understanding and experience in the application of lean manufacturing principles.
  • Strong preference for working knowledge in the production of breaded, battered, and par-fried products.
  • Demonstrated competencies in product costing, with yield management, and labor and overhead cost control.
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication and presentation skills.


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