We are partnering with a leading food manufacturing organization that is seeking a strong Manufacturing Operations Manager to oversee operations at their growing facility. This role is perfect for an experienced leader who thrives in a dynamic environment and is passionate about driving safety, quality, and operational excellence.
About the Role
The Operations Manager will be responsible for all day-to-day operations, including production, safety, food safety, quality, warehousing, maintenance, engineering, sanitation, and Lean/Continuous Improvement initiatives. This position requires a visible leader who can drive cultural transformation, deliver on operational goals, and build a positive, inclusive environment for employees.
Key Responsibilities
• Lead plant operations to ensure safe, efficient production of high-quality products.
• Implement Lean/Continuous Improvement initiatives to improve performance and culture.
• Foster positive employee engagement and inclusive workplace practices.
• Deliver operational plans and ensure adherence to budget.
• Drive accountability across Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and Morale KPIs.
• Develop and mentor future leaders within the organization.
• Be a hands-on, visible leader on the production floor.
• Champion problem-solving and manage change effectively to support continuous improvement.
Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree and 10+ years of leadership experience in manufacturing.
• Strong people leadership and supervisory skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to engage effectively at all organizational levels and adapt to diverse cultures.
• Proven problem-solving and change management skills.
• Experience in food manufacturing required.
• Training or certification in Supply Chain, Lean, and/or Six Sigma is a plus
