Assistant General Manager, Production Operations

Oishii • Clay Township, OH

2h • $115,000 - $135,000 • Onsite

About The Position

We grow the world’s BEST Strawberries & our Farm Operations team is a major reason why!
We are seeking an Assistant General Manager of Farm Operations Production who will work alongside and support the General Manager in managing daily operations of our high-tech indoor vertical farm. This role is responsible for the end-to-end operation (farm, pack, facilities, safety, security, and maintenance plus office area operations), including team development, health & safety, food safety & quality, cost, P&L, plant health, people development and service.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management or a related field.
• This is an onsite role in Philipsburg, NJ with the ability to work nights and weekends as needed. Typical Shift will be Mon-Fri 3pm-12 am
• Warehouse logistics and/or production/manufacturing senior manager with 5+ years of experience running a food operations, CPG operations or consumer goods operation with a focus on automation.
• Demonstrated ability as part of a leadership team in a complex operation; such as a large scale people operations, an environment with automation, or varying functions or varying products.
• Proven experience running large-scale night operations, including managing teams, ensuring compliance, and driving results in a 24/7 environment.
• Tech-forward and data-centric (well versed in warehouse management systems) with proven analytical thinking, project management skills, exceptional organizational abilities, as well as great attention to detail.
• Working experience with food regulators and compliance agencies such as FDA and OSHA.
• Having an entrepreneurial mindset and a strong bias for action, with the tenacity to develop ideas, test and implement them rapidly.
• Ability to perform the physical demands of the role, including lifting up to 50 lbs; climbing ladders; crouching, kneeling, reaching, and stretching; and performing tasks requiring hand dexterity.
• Comfortable working in an active, non-sedentary environment for extended periods (up to 5–6 hours) and in cold storage areas as required.
• Must not be allergic to bees.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the General Manager to lead, manage, build, and execute to ensure successful day-to-day operations and efficient scaling of operations with P&L ownership of the facility which includes functions such as farm, pack, facilities, safety, security, and maintenance.
• Ensure all required KPI’s are met regarding facility goals on safety, production, quality, and costs.
• Serve as the senior leader on-site during night/weekend shifts, providing strategic oversight and decision-making authority even in the absence of HR and support staff.
• Exercise sound judgment and autonomy to make decisions that align with organizational goals, resolve issues promptly, and escalate critical situations immediately to ensure operational continuity.
• Drive measurable outcomes by setting clear goals, monitoring progress, and delivering results that align with company objectives.
• Participate in day meetings to ensure alignment with organizational goals, and effectively communicate these objectives to the night team to drive results.
• Act as a conduit between executive/support teams on days and night operations, translating strategic goals into actionable plans and ensuring seamless execution.
• Leverage data and maintain systems to collect metrics, and set performance targets.
• Collect & analyze data in order to proactively identify production issues or develop plans to resolve existing issues.
• Work with the farm manager to plan shift schedules for all production staff and workforce planning to ensure high efficiency & quality.
• Maintain production areas to ensure compliance with company quality, sanitation and food safety standards.
• Implement and drive farm SOPs while Identifying and implementing methods and practices to achieve operational improvements in efficiency, quality, delivery, and operating profits.
• Champion a culture of continuous improvement by regularly evaluating processes, identifying inefficiencies, and implementing innovative solutions to enhance operations.
• Regularly audit the work of your organization to ensure the highest standards of quality, safety, and efficiency, delivering best-in-class products for our customers.
• Foster an inclusive work culture by promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives, ensuring all team members feel valued and respected.
• Plan and execute employee events, competitions, and celebrations to foster team engagement and a positive workplace culture.
• Bring diverse approaches to problems, come up with creative solutions, follow through to implement change and create the frameworks to set new processes up for scale.
• Coach, develop, and train management and hourly teams, creating an environment that aligns with Oishii values, supports career development and adheres to company policies.
• Builds, manages, and leverages internal relationships to ensure collaboration, alignment, issue resolution, and overall improvements to maximize efficiencies and deliver results.
• Expected to understand, implement, and enforce food safety policies, including worker hygiene, sanitation, and maintaining proper documentation.
• Collaborate cross functionally with R&D, Engineering, Logistics, and other functions as needed.

Benefits

• Base Salary $115,000-$135,000 and Equity
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• 100% Employer Paid Life Insurance + Long Term Disability Insurance
• EAP Access
• Pet Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan (Roth & Traditional)
• Paid Parental leave
• Office social events including happy hours, parties, and community service projects
• Employee activity groups for basketball players, Yoga Enthusiasts, runners…

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees