Value Stream Manager

Sara Lee Frozen Bakery,LLC•Tarboro, NC

About The Position

Sara Lee desserts have always stood for incredible flavor and superior value in the frozen food aisle and away from home markets. The Sara Lee Frozen Bakery collection of top brands includes Sara Lee®, Chef Pierre®, Van’s®, Bistro Collection®, Superior on Main® and Cyrus O’Leary’s®. Sara Lee Frozen Bakery is proud to take these iconic brands into a new era and to continue the evolution that transformed one small Chicago bakery into an American institution. Using carefully sourced ingredients and time-honored recipes, the company is committed to making life’s moments a little sweeter, putting its customers first and discovering new ways to make everyone’s favorite foods even better. WORKING FOR SARA LEE: Our vision is to be the world’s most beloved bakery by creating irresistible foods, growing with our customers, and delivering value for all. We believe that each of us has unique points of difference and experience to offer. We will achieve success through collaboration and innovation in an environment where employees feel empowered to execute with speed. Summary: The Value Stream Manager (VSM) is responsible for overall safety, quality, cost, delivery, and morale of their assigned areas within the Bakery. The VSM is a senior level leader and directs day-to-day operations of Production Supervisors. VSM’s must be able to understand the Bakery goals and be able develop and clearly articulate value stream plans and action that achieve desired outcome of the Bakery. This is a very hands-on role where you will be leading from the plant floor engaging, inspiring, and energizing the workforce to improve operating efficiency and productivity safely and with quality to the standard.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Technology or related field highly preferred
5+ years of work experience in a manufacturing environment preferred
Experience in Manufacturing Execution Systems, NetSuite experience preferred
Must have strong organizational and leadership skills.
Ability to communicate effectively across multiple levels of the organization
Able to effectively work with cross functional departments within the organization
Excellent problem-solving skills
Ability to work with very limited supervision
Strong computer skills with experience using Microsoft Office applications
Knowledge of autonomous maintenance and preventative maintenance programs
Must be able to wear personal protective equipment while performing job. (i.e. safety glasses, ear plugs, bump cap, hair net, steel toe rubber boots, gloves).
May be required to work in hot environments (up to 102 degrees Fahrenheit) for intervals of 45 minutes.
May be required to work in cold and/or wet environments of a minimum of 0 degrees Fahrenheit.
Must be able to constantly stand, stoop, walk, bend, push or pull for duration of shift, which may last up to 12 hours.
May be required to lift up to 50 pounds.
Ability to clearly articulate verbal and written communication to all levels of management within the company
May work in Production or Warehouse storage areas.
May be required to climb ladders/stairs

Responsibilities

Lead the assigned production supervisors to deliver product as scheduled, on time and in a cost-effective manner
Deliver against safety, food safety and quality standards
Accompany external and internal auditors on food safety inspections as requested
Coach/develop supervisors and assist other managers in meeting plant goals and performance expectations
Manage ingredient, packaging, and labor variances to budget levels
Coordinate production and shipping/receiving resources to deliver product as scheduled, on time and cost effectively
Create a culture of commitment to quality, safety, and teamwork in all functional areas
Implement food production processes, GMPs, SQF requirements to the standard
Develop and deliver budget (production and expense)
Contribute to capital budgeting process and lead minor capital projects
Manage ingredients, materials and labor (including adherence) to established standards
Manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
Effectively communicate (and listen) goals and strategies to deliver KPI’s
Demonstrate self-motivation with a high degree of personal accountability
Utilize strong problem-solving skills to drive out losses in the operation
Proactively deliver cost savings projects to meet individual and bakery goals
Demonstrate willingness to work any shift as needed or required
Build a culture of accountability and teamwork driving rigorous execution of base manufacturing systems