Operations Manager
17 days ago
Beacon
Job Description About Us We are a fast-paced and growing food manufacturing company committed to delivering high-quality products to our customers. With a strong focus on safety, efficiency, and continuous improvement, we take pride in our people-first culture and collaborative environment. Position Overview We are seeking an experienced and motivated Operations Manager to oversee and manage our Maintenance, Shipping & Receiving, Packaging, and Logistics departments. This leadership role is responsible for ensuring operational efficiency, compliance with food safety and regulatory standards, and driving overall cost-effectiveness across the facility. The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader with a track record of optimizing workflows, motivating teams, and implementing sustainable improvements in a high-speed manufacturing environment. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: • Oversee maintenance activities, ensuring equipment reliability and minimizing downtime., • Develop and implement preventive maintenance programs., • Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards (OSHA, FDA, USDA, etc.)., • Manage relationships with vendors and contractors for equipment repairs and facility improvements., • Implement and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs), identifying areas for improvement., • Supervise inbound and outbound logistics to ensure timely delivery of raw materials and finished products., • Maintain accurate inventory tracking and reconciliation processes., • Ensure all shipping and receiving activities comply with food safety and quality standards., • Collaborate with procurement and production teams to align material flow with production schedules., • Manage packaging operations to ensure efficiency, accuracy, and compliance with quality standards., • Oversee the selection, maintenance, and optimization of packaging equipment., • Work closely with quality assurance teams to maintain product integrity and compliance., • Implement process improvements to enhance productivity and reduce waste., • Develop and oversee logistics strategies to optimize transportation and distribution., • Negotiate with carriers and vendors to ensure cost-effective and reliable shipping solutions., • Monitor supply chain performance, addressing bottlenecks and inefficiencies., • Ensure compliance with transportation and food safety regulations., • Lead, mentor, and develop department managers and their teams., • Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement., • Set performance goals and conduct regular evaluations for direct reports., • Promote and enforce safety protocols, ensuring a safe work environment for all employees. Qualifications: • Bachelor’s degree in Operations Management, Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or 8+ years of experience in operations management within a food manufacturing environment., • Proven experience overseeing maintenance, shipping & receiving, packaging, and logistics., • Strong knowledge of food safety regulations (FDA, USDA, SQF, HACCP)., • Experience managing budgets, optimizing processes, and leading teams in a production setting., • Strong leadership, communication and team management skills., • Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities., • Ability to analyze operational data and implement process improvements., • Strong understanding of inventory control, logistics, and supply chain management., • Proficiency in ERP systems, Microsoft Office, and data analysis tools., • The role requires a hands-on leader who can balance strategic planning with day-to-day operations. Why Join Us? • Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, • Opportunities for career advancement in a growing company, • A culture that values leadership, accountability, and teamwork, • Commitment to safety, sustainability, and continuous improvement, • Make a real impact by shaping processes and developing high-performing teams