Regional Operations Manager

Ecowize • St. Cloud, MN

3h • Remote

About The Position

As a Regional Operations Manager, you serve as a pivotal multi-site operational leader and a developing pipeline to the Area Manager role. Overseeing a focused portfolio of sanitation sites within a designated region, you will ensure top-tier service delivery, regulatory compliance, client satisfaction, and team performance. Reporting directly to the Area Manager or Division Manager, you lead Site Managers and their teams while managing a lean span of control. This role combines direct multi-site operational management with tactical deployment responsibilities. In addition to managing your assigned sites, you will serve as a flexible operational partner — deploying to other regions or areas to launch new site start-ups, support operational turnarounds, or step in as an Acting Area Manager during vacancies or extended leaves.

Requirements

• 5+ years of operational leadership experience in food manufacturing, sanitation, or food production environments (multi-site experience preferred).
• Demonstrated track record of leading, mentoring, and developing site-level managers and supervisors.
• Strong working knowledge of USDA/FDA regulations, GMPs, SSOPs, Allergen Controls, and GFSI audit standards (SQF/BRCGS).
• Proficient in workplace safety standards including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), HAZCOM, PPE protocols, and chemical handling.
• Bilingual (Spanish/English): Required for effective communication and leadership across diverse teams.
• Proficient with Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, Learning Management Systems (LMS), digital quality management systems (e.g., eQMS), and workforce management platforms (e.g., Rippling).
• Proven ability to travel extensively, adapt to shifting regional priorities, and support off-shift operational needs.

Responsibilities

• Lead sanitation operations across assigned facilities to deliver consistent, high-quality, and compliant service.
• Coach, mentor, and develop Site Managers and site leaders to build high-performing, accountable teams aligned with safety, food quality, and operational standards.
• Deploy to new client locations to lead site start-ups, establish operational cadence, implement SSOPs/SOPs, and onboard site leadership.
• Serve as an Acting Area Manager or support neighboring regions/areas during leadership vacancies, extended leaves, or high-priority operational initiatives.
• Ensure site readiness for regulatory (USDA/FDA) and 3rd party audits (SQF, BRCGS); facilitate root cause analysis and corrective action implementation.
• Partner with internal cross-functional teams (HR, Quality, Safety, Finance, OPEX) to drive efficiency, resolve operational issues, and implement best practices.
• Monitor site budgets, KPIs, labor usage, chemical consumption, and resource allocation to achieve financial and operational targets.
• Foster a safety-first culture of continuous improvement, open communication, and frontline engagement.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off & holiday pay
• Relocation assistance (if applicable)
• Professional development & clear career advancement path toward Area Manager roles

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed