Vice President, Operations

Cuisine Solutions•Sterling, VA

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About The Position

The Vice President of Operations reports to the COO and leads and manages the Sterling, Virginia manufacturing facility. The role oversees plant operations and continuous improvement, with responsibility for production, maintenance, quality, distribution, and production-related initiatives. It also provides operational leadership across the Alexandria and Sterling manufacturing locations, supporting organizational growth, financial strength, operational efficiency, and customer satisfaction.

Requirements

At least 10 years of progressive leadership experience managing manufacturing or plant operations, specializing in sous-vide.
At least 5 years of production management experience.
Experience handling sous-vide food industry production audits, good manufacturing practices, and other food safety standards.
Demonstrated ability to drive production in a manufacturing environment.
Food manufacturing experience.
Track record of high-performing plant leadership, fostering teamwork and common goals, and developing and mentoring manufacturing staff.
Demonstrated honesty, integrity, respect for others, teamwork, collaboration, accountability, and performance.
Organizational, technical, quality, safety, and environmental skills related to facility operation and maintenance.
Ability to work comfortably in a fast-paced, results-oriented environment and execute multiple complex tasks simultaneously.
Proficiency in MS Office.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Bachelor’s degree in manufacturing technology, engineering, food science, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual ability.
Master’s degree.

Responsibilities

Provide the leadership and management needed to establish effective operational controls, administrative and reporting procedures, and people systems across the manufacturing facilities.
Lead the Alexandria and Sterling manufacturing facilities in achieving and exceeding operational excellence standards and business goals.
Collaborate with the COO to develop, communicate, and implement operational strategies, goals, programs, and processes that support organizational growth.
Develop, implement, and enforce organizational policies and procedures to improve company operations and effectiveness.
Develop solutions to business challenges and establish credibility throughout plant locations.
Direct the ordering and upkeep of buildings, material-handling equipment, and inventory.
Advance improvement initiatives in safety, quality, productivity, and cost.
Implement and reinforce operational policies and procedures to ensure production meets standards and financial requirements.
Provide proactive communication and leadership across departments to support teamwork and efficiency.
Direct and coordinate Manufacturing, Production Control, and Maintenance functions toward plant goals.
Guide and support plant quality and food safety systems, procedures, and controls to improve customer satisfaction.
Respond proactively to customer needs, including delivery, schedule changes, and special instructions.
Collaborate across organizational levels to align goals, track progress, and address short- and long-term needs and plans.
Use the company’s integrated manufacturing ERP software.
Participate in the development of company strategic planning and programs.
Perform other duties assigned by management.