Operations Manager

Maker's Pride Talent Acquisition Team•Front Royal, VA

3d•$97,210 - $145,814•Onsite

About The Position

The Operations Manager is responsible for all phases of plant manufacturing and the activities needed to safely produce quality products while efficiently using labor and materials on scheduled shifts and production lines. The role oversees raw-material conversion through mixing, baking, and packaging, production planning and scheduling, employee leadership and development, operational performance, and compliance with company standards, Good Manufacturing Practices, and applicable safety, health, and environmental regulations. The position requires leadership of a multi-shift manufacturing organization in a food, CPG, or pharmaceutical manufacturing environment. The role works in a plant setting and may involve variable temperatures, wet or humid areas, noise, moving mechanical parts, fumes, airborne particles, and vibration. The position is full-time and salaried, with a stated salary range of $97,210–$145,814 per year. It is eligible for a discretionary annual incentive and includes health, dental, 401(k), and wellness benefits beginning on the first day of employment.

Requirements

At least 3 years of salaried, multi-shift leadership experience in a high-speed manufacturing environment.
At least 10 years of overall hourly or salaried leadership experience.
Experience in a food, CPG, or pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.
Experience leading a multi-shift organization.
Thorough understanding of food safety and quality.
Knowledge of procurement, products, and production processes.
Knowledge and experience with SAP or another large ERP system.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and SAP or another large ERP system.
Well-developed influence and leadership skills; experience in conflict resolution; ability to prioritize work against short- and long-term objectives; and well-developed project-management skills.
Ability to analyze and present data to multiple levels of an organization and lead development and implementation of strategic goals and budget/cost control.
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions; make sound decisions in a fast-paced environment; and manage multiple priorities and tasks.
Ability to communicate in English to give and acknowledge instructions and report problems; read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals; write routine reports and correspondence; interpret written, oral, diagrammatic, and schedule-based instructions; and present information effectively to employees, management, and public groups.
Ability to perform arithmetic using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals, and apply fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
Bachelor’s degree preferred, or equivalent work experience.
Ability to work well with others in stressful situations, meet deadlines, remain receptive to new ideas and constructive criticism, maintain harmonious working relationships with management at all levels, and communicate effectively with employees and management.
Ability to use hands and fingers and reach with hands and arms throughout a shift; see, hear, talk, and distinguish colors; and maintain hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity for repetitive tasks.
Ability to lift or move up to 50 pounds and push or pull items up to 2,600 pounds with assistance; walk through a 250,000-square-foot plant; climb steps; and stand for eight hours per shift.
Ability to perform repetitive overhead, underhand, and cross-body reaching, bending, stooping, and twisting, and to crawl under equipment when needed.
Physical and mental ability to work more than 40 hours per week and to work in variable temperatures and weather conditions, including wet and humid areas.

Nice To Haves

Food, beverage, or CPG manufacturing experience is described as ideal.
Bachelor’s degree.

Responsibilities

Lead employees in accordance with organizational policies and applicable laws, including interviewing, hiring, training, assigning and directing work, evaluating performance, rewarding and disciplining employees, and addressing complaints and issues.
Oversee mixing, baking, and packaging processes to convert raw materials into finished products while minimizing waste and labor costs.
Control raw-material formula consistency and monitor proper rotation of dough, meal, and raw materials.
Maintain a 5S environment.
Schedule, maintain, and approve production.
Ensure compliance with customer-service and company standards.
Review production orders and schedules to identify product types, quantities, specifications, and delivery dates, and plan department operations accordingly.
Plan production operations and establish manufacturing priorities and sequences.
Review production and operating reports; resolve operational, manufacturing, and maintenance problems to minimize costs and prevent delays.
Inspect machines and equipment to ensure operational performance and optimum utilization.
Train, develop, and evaluate employees to meet future needs.
Attend meetings and make presentations as needed.
Follow Good Manufacturing Practices at all times.
Comply with applicable safety, health, and environmental regulations, as well as company rules, regulations, and policies.
Perform other duties as assigned.