Operations Manager - Dairy Manufacturing

Collaborate with the Plant Steering Team to develop and implement short and long-term strategies, including project leadership, staffing and employee engagement.

This role is responsible for leading a production team comprised of salaried reports and over 200 nonunion hourly associates with the goal of creating a strong safety culture, positive employee relations & engagement and consistency throughout each of the teams.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Develops and directs programs to ensure efficient and cost-effective operation and utilization of facility assets.

Manages safety, quality, service, and cost performance within assigned area.

Makes recommendations to senior management on long range labor strategies and capital equipment needs.

Develops and implements recommendations to change systems, policies, and procedures; ensures timely and accurate implementation.

Collaborates with Human Resources in employee relations matters and ensures consistent application of policy expectations.

Implements strategies and tactics that align with department and company vision and goals.

Develops and maintains operating budget and capital spending plans for assigned area of responsibility.

Identifies, obtains, and develops staff capabilities needed to consistently meet departmental objectives.

Ensures industry best practices are applied and employees are trained accordingly.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelors degree plus 7 years of supervisory/management experience in food processing/manufacturing operations with solid progressive leadership experience. Will also look at associates degree with 10 years of supervisory/management experience i