Manager Operations

Sensient • Turlock, CA

7d • $112,000 - $145,000 • Onsite

About The Position

At Sensient Technologies , we are experts in the science, art and innovation of color and flavor. We are market-savvy and visionary. We are problem solvers. And we will be better with you. We are seeking an Operations Manager to join our team in Turlock, CA. If you are a food manufacturing leader who enjoys building strong teams, improving manufacturing performance, and seeing your work directly impact customers, this role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful difference every day. This position is well suited for someone who thrives in a hands-on plant setting, values accountability, and enjoys balancing people leadership with operational excellence.

Requirements

• Experience leading manufacturing or production operations within a regulated quality focused environment
• A strong background in people leadership, including coaching, performance management, and employee development
• Knowledge of production planning, inventory management, and cost control practices
• The ability to analyze operational data and turn insights into practical improvements
• A collaborative leadership style that builds trust across production, quality, maintenance, and administrative teams
• Clear communication skills and the ability to balance competing priorities in a fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

• Lead daily production operations across multiple departments, ensuring safety, quality, sanitation, maintenance, scheduling, and service expectations are consistently met
• Guide and support supervisors and teams by setting clear expectations, removing obstacles, and reinforcing company policies related to cost control, quality, and customer satisfaction
• Oversee operational planning, including production schedules, inventory levels, and resource utilization to support reliable supply and on time delivery
• Review operational data to identify trends, address performance gaps, reduce product loss, and improve yields and efficiency
• Support the introduction and scale up of new products by understanding process controls, quality standards, and testing methods
• Serve as a key point of contact for customer visits, audits, and internal reviews, ensuring the site is always prepared and compliant
• Promote a safe, organized, and compliant work environment by ensuring procedures are current, understood, and followed

Benefits

• The opportunity to lead a critical manufacturing operation with visible impact on product quality and customer satisfaction
• A collaborative onsite work environment where your leadership presence makes a difference each day
• The ability to shape processes, develop talent, and influence how the plant operates and grows
• Support for professional development through hands on leadership experience and continuous improvement initiatives
• A role that values safety, accountability, and long-term operational success

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees