Responsible for overall leadership and management of a manufacturing plant. Accountable for meeting plant volume, distribution, quality, and operating objectives. Provide direction to plant leadership team to meet business goals while upholding company culture.
Key Responsibilities:
Ensure adherence to safety regulations, quality standards (FDA, ISO, etc.), and proper procedures
Manage business planning, project implementation, resource allocation, and performance targets
Evaluate and direct installation of new production lines, packaging processes, delivery fleet, etc
Optimize manufacturing and supply chain costs; manage resources within budget
Analyze KPIs, financial data, process maps for continuous improvement
Develop and maintain quality management systems per standards like ISO 9001
Lead CAPEX projects - write charters, secure resources, implement plans
Implement lean manufacturing principles and drive operational excellence
Partner with HR on personnel issues, regulatory compliance, staffing services
Requirements:
Servant leadership mindset focused on employee growth and relationships
Expertise in production management, quality assurance, and change management
Knowledge of supply chain strategy, capabilities, and interdependencies
Proven experience with lean tools, methodologies and driving operational efficiencies
Understanding of manufacturing financials, P&L management, cost analysis
Knowledge of ERP systems, inventory management, food safety regulations
Skilled in cross-functional leadership, priority management, execution
Education:
Bachelor's in Engineering, Manufacturing, Business or related field
Master's degree a plus
10+ years manufacturing experience, 5+ years in leadership role