Associate Manager Operations - Menomonee Falls, WI

dsm-firmenich • Menomonee Falls, WI

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Associate Manager Operations Location: Menomonee Falls, WI We’re looking to build our enthusiastic, passionate and committed team in Taste, Texture & Health! We’re searching for Associate Manager Operations in our Menomonee Falls site. Here’s an opportunity to bring your passion for manufacturing and manufacturing excellence to help us bring progress to life. We want a strong operations professional with experience in food and beverage manufacturing who is looking for a challenge, eager to drive continuous improvement and lead a team. You’ll oversee and manage daily production activities and operations, while ensuring adherence to quality standards, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and food safety protocols. You will establish performance standards, verify results, determine workflow, and troubleshoot problems. Sound intriguing ? Read on.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of operations experience in the food/flavors industry required
• Knowledge of food products, processing techniques, equipment, and inspection procedures.
• Understanding of GMPs, quality, HACCP (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point), and SQF 2000 standards.
• Ability to interpret formulas and processes along with strong problem-solving and corrective action skills.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and manage priorities effectively.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Bachelor’s degree required

Responsibilities

• Directly manage all Production Labor employees.
• Conduct employee training and performance appraisals under the supervision of the Plant Manager.
• Provide formulations to production personnel, ensuring awareness of customer requirements and shipping schedules.
• Ensure materials are accurately identified throughout all stages of production.
• Collaborate daily with the Plant Manager, production personnel, and quality department to meet product specifications.
• Review and verify daily production batch paperwork for accuracy and completion.
• Enforce Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and ensure compliance with SQF 2000 (Safe Quality Food) code.
• Ensure SHE (Safety, Health and Environment) compliance and preform process safety roles as assigned.
• Manage contractor and preventative maintenance programs, scheduling services and ensuring GMP adherence and cleanup.

Benefits

• A firm belief that working together with our customers is the key to achieving great things
• A flexible work environment that empowers people to take accountability for their work and own the outcome
• An eagerness to be one team and learn from each other to bring progress to life and create a better future
• Barrier-free communities within our organization where every employee is equally valued and respected – regardless of their background, beliefs, or identity
• A culture that prioritizes safety and well-being, both physically and mentally
• A space to grow by encouraging and supporting curiosity and an open mindset

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager