[US-DC] Operations Manager

HelloFresh • Aurora, CO

11h • $83,050 - $96,050 • Onsite

About The Position

As Operation Manager, you will be an integral part of how HelloFresh revolutionizes the food industry and the way people eat! In this role, you will deliver strategic operational leadership across all aspects of production and will cultivate a culture that is second to none. You will be hands-on and immerse yourself in the trenches to optimize productivity, promote growth, spark innovation, and incite change from within. We're searching for a visionary leader who is excited to build something awesome and share it with the world!
Shift: Thursday-Sunday (7:00am - 530pm)

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree Required, diploma or GED required
• 5+ years of operational leadership in food manufacturing/production plant
• Prior experience in direct to consumer fulfillment / eCommerce operations
• Understanding of food safety regulations/compliance (SQF, HACCP, AIB, BRC)
• Proven success managing teams of 100+ employees in a hyper-growth organization
• Effective project management skills, well-versed in Lean Manufacturing/Continuous Improvement (Six Sigma, APICS, Kaizen certification a plus)
• Efficient Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Power Point) and Google app (Gmail, drive, sheets, etc.) capabilities

Nice To Haves

• Six Sigma, APICS, Kaizen certification a plus

Responsibilities

• Drive continuous development to production, quality, cost, and delivery initiatives while building and maintaining relationships with hourly associates, managers, carrier partners, vendors, and various departments within HelloFresh
• Oversee the day-to-day production operations, ensuring on-time and accurate delivery of customer orders
• Effectively engage, coach, motivate and lead the Production team for career progression and development
• Monitor communication between multiple production lines to eliminate downtime
• Establish procedures, metrics and processes to drive productivity and optimization
• Analyze and identify areas of improvement in cost savings, production, and lead times
• Develop and administer operational procedures for outgoing shipments, handling and disposition of products, and keeping the highest standards of quality
• Create, learn, and assist on strategic planning and forecasting to improve existing production issues
• Establish new procedures, metrics, and processes alongside the COO and Director of Operations
• Develop and administer operational procedures for executing activities for outgoing shipments, handling and disposition of products, and keeping the highest standards of Quality
• Create a positive team dynamic that encourages all employees to provide feedback and drive change within the facility, adapt to the ever-changing business, and stay focused on the customer experience

Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate
• 401K company match that vests immediately upon participation
• Team bonus opportunities
• Generous PTO and flexible attendance policy
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits with options at $0 monthly, effective first day of employment
• Up to 85% discount on subscriptions to HelloFresh meal plans (HelloFresh, Green Chef, Everyplate, and Factor_)
• Access to Employee Resource Groups that are open to all employees, including those pertaining to BIPOC, women, veterans, parents, and LGBTQ+
• Inclusive, collaborative, and dynamic work environment within a fast-paced, mission-driven company that is disrupting the traditional food supply chain

What This Job Offers

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