Operations Manager

Rise Baking Company, LLC•Provo, UT

1d•$108,000 - $145,000•Onsite

About The Position

Provide leadership, day-to-day direction, and oversight for facility operations involving the production and packaging of finished products including safety, quality, maintenance, and sanitation.

Requirements

Knowledge of regulatory disciplines (EPA, OSHA, FDA, USDA)
Proficient knowledge of quality and food safety systems
Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office applications
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Proven ability to provide leadership and drive efficiencies
Strong employee relations skills
Ability to organize, manage multiple priorities, and maintain high attention to detail in a fast-paced environment
Self-motivated, goal oriented, quality driven, and capable of working independently with minimal supervision

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in business or related field
Experience with BRC or SQF Audits
AIB Science of Baking and HACCP training course certificate
Experience with ERP systems
bilingual

Responsibilities

Coordinate the work of supervisors to achieve plant goals/metrics in areas of safety, quality, cost, and productivity
Focus on continuous improvement activities to improve efficiencies in the plant
Oversee the facility budget including direct/temp labor, overtime, and other plant expenses
Oversee employment-related transactions in conjunction with Human Resources
Foster the professional growth of direct reports through comprehensive training and development programs
Work with Sales and Quality Assurance on new product development
Coordinate with Quality Assurance to ensure finished product meets established quality specifications and food safety standards
Participate in plant self-assessment audits to ensure quality/food safety and environmental, health and safety standards are upheld
Maintain departmental compliance with all regulatory requirements including FDA, EPA, OSHA, and HACCP
Support food safety program, quality standards, and legality of manufactured products
Perform other job-related duties as assigned