Sr Director, Site Operations

Campbell's•Denver, PA

About The Position

The Director, Site Operations manages plant operations at an 800+ employee Pepperidge Farms bakery site producing breads, rolls, buns, cookies, and Goldfish crackers. The role oversees day-to-day activities across departments and monitors performance in safety, quality, maintenance, cost, customer service, and employee engagement. The Director leads the site’s transformation into a high-performing, team-based operation grounded in accountability, disciplined execution, strong employee engagement, and sustainable performance improvement. This leader partners with internal and external customers, suppliers, and colleagues across the organization. The position calls for strong interpersonal skills and the ability to drive continuous improvement through innovative tools and approaches. The Director is expected to inspire trust, set direction, drive decisions, develop talent and culture, execute effectively, and take ownership of results.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations or Business Management, Supply Chains, or Logistics.
10+ years of experience in supply chain management, manufacturing, engineering, and quality in a continuous manufacturing operation, with full P&L responsibility.
5+ years of people management experience and demonstrated ability to lead diverse teams effectively in a high-performance organization.
Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, TPM, equipment reliability, and Six Sigma.
Basic knowledge of Sales, Marketing, Supply Chain, and R&D interfaces.
Prior experience managing and leading in a union or non-union environment.
Ability to work in a manufacturing environment and maintain a visible presence throughout the facility.
Ability to wear required PPE, occasionally lift up to 25 pounds, and bend, reach, and stoop during inspections and employee engagement.
Ability to respond to operational issues and emergencies across the site and work a flexible schedule as business needs require.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with P&L responsibility.
Six Sigma certification.
Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire teams, drive performance, and foster continuous improvement.
Experience managing and developing talent and supporting effective team dynamics and engagement.
Solid business acumen and strategic decision-making abilities.
Excellent communication and project management skills.
Strong understanding of Quality Assurance, Food Safety, Safety Management, Logistics, and Warehouse Management.
High proficiency in MS Office and other digital productivity tools.
Demonstrated ability to advance Corporate Social Responsibility initiatives through community engagement and servant leadership.

Responsibilities

Manage daily plant operations through direct reports.
Ensure the operation meets workplace objectives for safety, employee engagement, talent development, and retention.
Establish clear goals aligned with the organization’s vision and ensure people, processes, and strategies work together to execute business objectives.
Attract, develop, and retain talent, ensuring employees with the right skills and motivation are in place to meet business needs.
Develop and implement long-term strategic plans that support the corporate strategic roadmap and the vitality of the plant.
Build a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and efficiency across production, quality, and cost.
Monitor performance metrics and lead cross-functional teams to deliver sustainable improvements aligned with organizational goals.
Collaborate with functions and business partners on plant and company initiatives, employee performance, and company-wide measures.
Identify cost-reduction and productivity opportunities, including process and performance improvement, waste reduction, and increased safety.
Monitor labor and variance to budget, yield dollars to budget, total delivered cost, and controllable expenses; develop and execute action plans to address gaps.
Direct plant performance to support enablers and capital expenditures.
Champion quality, safety, and environmental policies and ensure compliance with legislative and regulatory responsibilities.
Establish governance to review and control operational performance and continuous improvement plans, embedding a zero-loss mindset.
Lead and be accountable for manufacturing standards, governance, and compliance requirements, ensuring they are understood and regularly reviewed.
Engage with key stakeholders throughout the organization.

Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Short- and long-term disability insurance
AD&D insurance
Life insurance
Matching 401(k) plan with immediate vesting
Unlimited sick time
Paid time off
Holiday pay
Free access to the fitness center for employees at WHQ
Access to on-site day care operated by Bright Horizons
Access to the company store
Campbell’s Cares matches employee donations and/or volunteer activity up to $1,500 annually
Employee Resource Groups
Wellness benefits