Operations Director

5 days ago

Fresno, California, United States Pacific Choice Brands Full time
Job Title: Vice President of Operations

Location: Fresno, CA (overseeing Fresno and Riverside plants)

Reports to: President/CFO and is based in Fresno, CA

Job Summary

Pacific Choice Brands is seeking a highly experienced and technical Vice President of Operations to oversee the conversion of our current hot-fill plant to a facility capable of both hot and cold fill processes.

Key Responsibilities
  1. Plant Conversion Leadership
  • Lead the transition from a hot-fill-only facility to a dual hot and cold fill plant.
  • Collaborate with engineering, R&D, quality, and plant teams to design and implement cold fill systems.
  • Oversee the installation, testing, and commissioning of cold fill equipment.
  • Ensure compliance with food safety standards and regulatory requirements for cold fill processes.
Technical Expertise
  • Provide hands-on technical guidance for the setup of cold fill processes, including equipment selection, system integration, and validation.
  • Troubleshoot and optimize both hot and cold fill lines for efficiency, quality control, and production scalability.
  • Work closely with the maintenance team to ensure preventive maintenance plans are adapted for new equipment.
Process Optimization
  • Evaluate and improve current operational workflows to seamlessly incorporate cold fill capabilities while maintaining optimal hot fill performance.
  • Identify opportunities to enhance overall production efficiency, including minimizing downtime and waste during the transition.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Partner with R&D, quality, and safety teams to ensure that product formulations meet cold fill requirements.
  • Coordinate with procurement to source and implement materials compatible with both hot and cold fill processes (e.g., packaging materials).
  • Liaise with customers to ensure product quality and safety standards are met for both hot and cold fill products.
Team Leadership
  • Build and mentor a high-performing operations team, fostering technical expertise and ensuring that all employees are trained on the new cold fill systems.
  • Drive a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement within the operations team.
Qualifications
  • Education: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Food Science, or a related technical field. MBA or advanced technical certifications are a plus.
  • Experience: Minimum of 10 years of operational leadership in food and beverage manufacturing, with specific expertise in both hot and cold fill processes.
  • Technical Skills:
    • Deep understanding of cold fill technology and its application in the food and beverage industry.
    • Experience with process design, equipment installation, and validation for cold fill lines.
    • Knowledge of food safety standards (e.g., HACCP, FSMA, GMP) and their application to both hot and cold fill processes.
  • Leadership Skills: Proven track record of leading operational teams through significant technical transitions, including managing cross-functional teams and external vendors.
  • Problem Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on continuous process improvement and operational excellence.
  • Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, capable of effectively conveying technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

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