1st Shift Operations Superintendent

LALA US, Inc•Omaha, NE

2d•Onsite

About The Position

LALA US manufactures Yogurt Smoothie, Crema Mexicana, and Blended Yogurt. The facility provides a clean work environment, well-lit, highly automated production facility and career advancement opportunities. The Operations Superintendent oversees daily operational activities, ensuring safe, efficient, and reliable execution of workflows across the facility. This role provides leadership to frontline operations supervisors on all shifts, manages resources, enforces compliance with regulatory and company standards, and drives continuous improvement in safety, quality, and productivity.

Requirements

5+ years of operations experience, with 2+ years in a supervisory or leadership role.
Strong leadership and People-management skills.
Excellent knowledge of operational processes, safety standards, Quality Assurance and compliance requirements.
Effective communication, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Proficiency in operational software, reporting tools, and Microsoft Office Suite.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in operations management, Engineering, Business, or related field with a solid foundation in operations management principles and practices.

Responsibilities

Oversee day-to-day operations to ensure production targets and service levels are met.
Coordinate work activities with maintenance, engineering, logistics, Quality Assurance and other departments.
Monitor operational performance and implement corrective actions when needed.
Optimize resource allocation, including staffing, equipment, and materials.
Promote and enforce a strong safety culture and ensure adherence to all HSE regulations.
Conduct regular inspections, risk assessments, and incident investigations.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations as well as internal company policies.
Supervise and mentor frontline operations supervisors and operators on all shifts.
Set performance expectations, oversee training, and conduct evaluations.
Support workforce planning, scheduling, and employee development.
Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency, reduce downtime, and enhance quality.
Lead or support process improvement initiatives.
Track KPIs, measure and analysis OE performance and use data to drive decision-making and operational enhancements.
Prepare operational reports for leadership regarding performance, issues, and progress against objectives.