Job Details

Description

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Oversee all aspects of facility production utilizing 300+ employees operating a multi-shift food and dietary supplement manufacturing operation producing at multiple sites
Ensure that Continuous Improvement (COI)/Lean concepts and techniques are utilized throughout the manufacturing operations. Set aggressive operational efficiency targets and build plans to achieve them
Establish and maintain department standards for productivity, reliability, and accuracy.
Develop ongoing strategies for reducing cost, and time, while maximizing quality.
Monitor and report daily production results, material usage, waste, and downtime.
Coordinates with quality control to maintain quality standards; takes appropriate corrective measures to resolve deficiencies.
Forecast staffing needs to meet peak demands of the business and staff team accordingly; train, motivate, coach, reward, and discipline employees being supervised; resolve personnel issues.
Perform required administrative tasks; prepare required reports and correspondence.
Identifie opportunities for inner departmental and interdepartmental process improvements and actualizes them.
Create KPIs and measurable goals using the SMART format for key tasks and deliverables for each department and develop plans to attain them.
Maintain/lead safety programs and all required safety training for employees.
Perform other related duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications

College Degree required
Minimum 5 years’ experience in a cGMP food or dietary supplement manufacturing facility (10-15 years preferred)
Solid knowledge of food production/manufacturing practices and procedures, including HACCP and cGMPs
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills
Demonstrated proficiency in supervising and motivating teammates
Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing

priorities

Excellent judgement with the ability to make timely and sound decisions
Bilingual (Spanish) required
Experienced with manufacturing software/ systems, familiarity with Deacom a plus
Ability to effectively communicate with people at all levels and from various backgrounds, with strong interpersonal skills
Continuous improvement skill, utilizing lean methodologies, a plus

Competencies

Problem Solving--Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
Oral Communication--Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.
Teamwork--Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
Delegation--Delegates work assignments; Matches the responsibility to the person; Gives authority to work independently; Sets expectations and monitors delegated activities; Provides recognition for results.
Managing People--Includes staff in planning, decision-making, facilitating and process improvement; Takes responsibility for subordinates' activities; Makes self available to staff; Provides regular performance feedback; Develops subordinates' skills and encourages growth.
Diversity--Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; Educates others on the value of diversity; Promotes a harassment-free environment; Builds a diverse workforce.
Planning/Organizing--Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives; Organizes or schedules work.
Quality--Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality.
Quantity--Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly.
Safety and Security--Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.

Physical Demands And Work Environment

Continually required to stand, walk
Continually required to utilize hand and finger dexterity
Occasionally required to climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel or crawl
Continually required to talk or hear
Continually utilize visual acuity to operate equipment, read technical information, and/or use a keyboard
Frequently required to lift/push/carry items 25 pounds to 50 pounds
Continually work near moving mechanical parts
Occasionally work around fumes, airborne particles, or toxic chemicals
Frequently exposure to extreme heat or cold (non-weather)
Frequently/Continually exposure to loud noise

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