Director of Operations

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and manage production schedules, ensure sufficient raw materials, and monitor the entire production process to maintain efficiency and meet goals.
• Hire, train, and motivate plant employees, managers, and supervisors, provide performance reviews, and ensure established staff policies and procedures are followed.
• Supervise two production managers, the warehouse manager, and the maintenance manager over the course of a 24/7 operation.
• Accountable for training and development of an effective workforce within the plant.
• Uphold and promotes a safe work environment by establishing and enforcing safety protocols, conducting routine safety checks, and ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements.
• Create and manage the plant's budget, track and approve expenses, and control operational costs to reduce waste and improve profitability.
• Monitor plant processes, collect and analyze production data to identify areas for improvement, and develop strategies to increase productivity and eliminate inefficiencies.
• Develop action plans to address production related issues identified by monitoring RedZone OEE and downtime trends.
• Work with management team in the smooth introduction of new or changed products or processes. This can include the development of new methods and the installation of new equipment.
• Coordinate maintenance and repair activities to ensure equipment is in good working condition and the plant's physical upkeep is maintained.
• Prepare operating reports, analyze performance metrics, and present data and findings to senior management.
• Ensure strict compliance with food safety regulations and best practices.
• Prepare for regulatory and customer audits and maintain required documentation.
• Conduct regular meetings to keep teams with the plan informed of current issues and events, procedural/operational changes, and new developments at the plant and the company.
• Act with urgency to resolve customer issues to maintain high service level and growth within the plant.
• Implements and communicates continual improvement of productivity standards in accordance with the site's budgetary goals.
• Maintain facilities and manage facility budgets to ensure operational efficiency and compliance with safety standards and company goals.
• Collaborate with other departments in a professional and collegial manner.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education, Work Experience, Skill Requirements & Certifications:

Minimum Education (or substitute experience) required:

• Related bachelor's degree, MBA Or Master's Degree preferred.

Minimum Experience required:

• 10 years' experience in manufacturing with 5 years of leadership experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of lean management, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies preferred.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to lead and work through others, effective delegation skills.
• Possess the ability to motivate and maintain effective working relationships with staff and partners.
• Ability to rely on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
• Exceptional problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to analyze data, identify trends, and make data-driven decisions.
• Ability to work under pressure, meet tight deadlines, and adapt to changing priorities.
• Knowledge of FDA, OSHA and other federal and state specific requirements.

Skills Required:

• Excellent communication, written and grammatical skills.
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office, (Excel, Word, etc.).
• Performs all administrative functions expected at this level.
• Additional Information:
  
  Exposure to food allergens, wheat, nuts, coconut, soy products.

Salary Range:

$145,000 - $175,000 DOE

Preferred

• Functional Expert: Considered a thought leader on a subject
• Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
• Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
• Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
• Leader: Inspires teammates to follow them
• Innovative: Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking
• Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Preferred

• Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help
• Goal Completion: Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks
• Flexibility: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals
• Entrepreneurial Spirit: Inspired to perform well by an ability to drive new ventures within the business
• Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

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