Sr Director, Operations

Winland Foods

2d•Remote

About The Position

The Senior Director of Operations is a senior enterprise leader responsible for driving performance, discipline, and continuous improvement across Winland’s manufacturing network. This role serves as the architect and integrator of operational excellence, aligning site execution, data, technology, and financial outcomes to deliver Winland’s Mission, Vision, and Values. This leader owns the development and deployment of standardized operating systems, KPI governance, plant health, cost performance, and enterprise-wide improvement programs — ensuring every site has a clear glidepath to safety, quality, delivery, and cost excellence. This is a builder role: someone who thrives in complexity, brings structure where none exists, and turns data into disciplined action. The Condiments business is one of Winland’s largest, fastest-growing, and most complex platforms, serving national retailers and foodservice brands across multiple manufacturing locations. With strong customer demand, expanding product lines, and significant investment in people, equipment, and systems, we are now seeking a transformational operations leader to take this business to the next level. This role is ideal for a senior operations executive who wants to own a multi-plant manufacturing network, drive operational excellence, and leave a lasting mark on a high-visibility, high-growth food platform. As Senior Director of Operations – Condiments, you will have full responsibility for safety, quality, service, cost, and people across Winland’s Condiments manufacturing network. You will lead several high-volume plants producing sauces, dressings, syrups, and marinades for some of the most demanding customers in the industry. You will be empowered to: Shape the strategy Set the operating standards Build the leadership bench Deliver financial results This is a P&L-influencing leadership role with direct impact on Winland’s growth and profitability.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree (minimum), with preferably a masters, in topics such as environmental science, corporate sustainability and business management.
Led multi-site food or beverage manufacturing
Deep experience in high-speed packaging and bottling preferred
A track record of improving service, cost, and reliability simultaneously
Strong people leadership and change-management skills
The ability to operate at both strategic and hands-on levels

Responsibilities

Lead a High-Performance Manufacturing Network
Provide strategic and operational leadership across multiple condiment manufacturing sites
Ensure world-class performance in safety, food safety, quality, service, and cost
Build a culture of accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement
Deliver Operational Excellence
Drive plant-to-plant consistency using standardized operating systems, KPIs, and performance reviews
Improve reliability, throughput, and asset utilization in high-speed packaging and bottling operations
Lead packaging, quality, and sanitation excellence to protect brands and customers
Own Customer Service & Growth
Ensure on-time, in-full delivery for major retail and foodservice customers
Support new product launches, seasonal demand surges, and volume growth
Strengthen Winland’s reputation as a trusted, reliable manufacturing partner
Drive Financial Performance
Deliver cost savings, productivity improvements, and margin expansion
Optimize labor, materials, and overhead while protecting safety and quality
Partner with Finance, Supply Chain, and Commercial teams to support profitable growth
Build the Leadership Pipeline
Coach and develop Plant Managers and Operations Directors
Create succession plans and build leadership depth across the network
Model Winland’s values of Excellence, Quality, Integrity, Respect, and Collaboration