Operations Manager, CoPack Production

Wild Leaf Holdings U.S. LLC•Austin, TX

11h

About The Position

Wildpack is a rapidly growing and established co-packaging and co-manufacturer with multi-site facilities for both non-alcoholic and alcoholic beverages. Wildpack produces and packages ready-to-drink beverages for a variety of brand owners in the retail CPG space. The company specializes in aluminum can beverage sleeving, filling, and third-party logistics. We are looking for someone who is a natural leader and is committed to delivering high quality service with high-performance results. We are looking for you to take charge of projects and to confidently navigate competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Bring an entrepreneurial spirit and come grow your career in a fun, inclusive, and established business that is supportive with lots of opportunity for advancement. Job Overview: The Operations Manager – Copack leads a department responsible for safely packaging innovative brands in aluminum beverage cans while conforming to rigorous quality standards. Reporting to the Plant Manager the Co-packaging Ops Manager develops and leads strategic initiatives that support the overall objectives of the company while managing their cost center and reducing wastes through continuous improvement. The Operations Managr is accountable for several co-packing KPI's including Overall Equipment Effectiveness, OEE.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in a technical field such as engineering or food science OR any combinations of education and/or experience from which comparable knowledge, skills, and abilities have been achieved required
5 years Relevant experience in a food manufacturing environment or equivalent required
2 years’ experience working with ERP System (SAP, JD Edward, Odoo, etc.)
3 years team leadership experience required
Operation Excellence tools (i.e., Lean Manufacturing Tools)
Competent with the Microsoft Office suite of programs (i.e., MS365, Word, Excel, and Outlook)
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
Demonstrated mechanical ability & technical aptitude
Knowledge of complex systems, automated processes, and quality control
Team player with the ability to work autonomously
Ability to analyze problems, identify solutions and implement procedures for solutions
Excellent communication skills
Able to work in an environment of growth and speed of efficient execution of new systems and ideas. Forward thinking capabilities with the ability to react reflexively.
Must be able to work autonomously with focus and determination
Travel as needed to support new operations and acquisitions.
Flexible hours, project timelines will vary, and additional hours may be required.

Responsibilities

Leads a team of employees to create and sustain a culture of continuous improvement focused on safety, quality, efficiency, and waste reduction
Manage, supervise, and develop a cross functional team of packaging employees, including team building, coaching, and building respectful and meaningful relationships
Develops and implements the mission, vision, and strategic plan for the Packaging Department
Oversees all batching, canning, and repack operations of the Packaging Department
Hiring, evaluation and disciplinary action of department employees
Carries out managerial responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies, applicable state laws and OSHA regulations
Supports and optimizes the maintenance and production plans on multiple high speed packaging lines
Collaborates with peers to meet KPI objectives and to develop short- and long-term goals that are aligned with Wildpack’s business objectives
Provide technical expertise and direction for packaging material specifications and equipment designs, layout, installation, and startup
Creates departmental budget while tracking expenditures and usage