Operations Manager

Job Overview

Manages all activities related to operations and development of company products by performing the following duties personally or through subordinate supervisors.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Develops and maintains manufacturing operations business plans to include all program requirements, labor hours, cycle, production costs, and image.
• Provides input to the development of product strategy and research and development of new and emerging products.
• Establishes production and quality control standards, develops budget and cost controls, and obtains data regarding types, quantities, specifications, and delivery dates of products ordered.
• Provides guidance to the development of a manufacturing process plan, including personnel requirements, material needs, subcontract requirements, facility needs, and tooling and equipment needs.
• Ensures all established costs, quality, and delivery commitments are met.
• Coordinates manufacturing activities with all other functions of the organization and suppliers to obtain optimum production and utilization of human resources, machines, and equipment.
• Reviews production and operating reports and directs the resolution of operational, manufacturing, and maintenance problems to ensure minimum costs and prevent operational delays.
• Performs administrative activities associated with the effective management of shop operations, including compiling, storing, and retrieving production data for reports.
• Determines responsibilities of assigned organization and staff positions to accomplish business objectives.
• Responsible for the successful attainment of production objectives, implementation of policies, and most effective utilization of available resources and facilities.
• Ensure compliance with all legal requirements concerning dairy processing, environmental, safety, and working conditions.
• Ensures effective communication between shifts and other departments by ensuring established communication methods regarding company performance and safety.
• Assist in designing, improving, and installing equipment and systems to improve plant efficiency and meet plant needs.

Experience

• 5 years' experience in a medium volume processing dairy manufacturing environment.
• Proven experience in operations management or a related field is essential.
• Strong background in strategic planning, project management, and business development is preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams effectively while fostering a collaborative work environment.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels of the organization.

Education

• AA/BS Preferred not Required.
• 5 years' experience in a medium volume processing dairy manufacturing environment

Skills and Competencies:

• Operations management responsibility in a 7X24 operation
• budgeting and planning experience required
• 5 years' experience in a medium volume processing dairy manufacturing environment
• Must have managed other operational functions such as projects, processing, and packaging.
• Knowledge of PMO and other related regulatory guidelines as well as interaction with federal and state government employees.
• Experience in building functional teams
• Experience with filling, and packaging

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $80,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Experience:

• Dairy Manufacturing: 5 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Canastota, NY 13032 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $80,000 - $110,000