Operations Manager

We recruit the best talent and invest in their ongoing development, through training and mentoring. We provide opportunities to work across our national network. dnata catering U.S. is looking for a Operations Manager to join our Nashville team supporting the BNA airport. Key

POSITION SUMMARY The Operations Manager is responsible for overseeing various departments including transportation, customer service, equipment, sanitation, warehousing, and maintenance. They will develop and implement procedures to ensure quality standards are met and maintained. The Operations Manager will also manage the operational budget and provide direction in the absence of the General Manager. They should have a minimum of 4-5 years of broad-based Operations Management experience, preferably in the manufacturing or food processing industry.

dnata is one of the world’s largest air services providers. Established in 1959, the company ensures the aviation industry operates smoothly and efficiently in 127 airports. Offering ground handling, cargo, travel, and flight catering services in 35 countries across six continents, dnata is a trusted partner for over 300 airline customers around the world. Each day, the company handles over 1,900 flights, moves over 8,500 tons of cargo, books over 16,000 hotel stays, and uplifts over 320,000 meals.

Accepting applications until 3.31.2025

Benefits

Medical 100% company paid - eligibility at hire.

401K

Holiday

PTO

• Oversee the overall operation of the unit including Operations (sanitation, transportations departments), Quality, and Purchasing.
• Ensure appropriate operating processes are in place to meet or exceed requirements.
• Continuously improve quality levels in the unit, including monitoring plans and other audits to ensure all company, customer, and USDA requirements are exceeded or met.
• Oversee ongoing implementation of HACCP, SSOP, GMP, and all regulatory requirements.
• Develop and lead a cohesive team committed to high-performance levels and continuous improvement.
• Ensure that the Units work methods are in line with the company standards and customer contracts.
• Assist and control continuous optimization of processes.
• Ensure compliance with safety, health, environmental, and quality guidelines provided by corporate and local regulations and customer requirements.
• Guide, motivate, and develop the subordinate employees within the Human Resources Policy
• Plan / Implement and control the cost budget in responsibility; initiate and steer corrective actions in case of deviations.
• Develop and execute planning of robust processes and documented SOPs.
• Participate and Support Company sponsored initiatives such as VIP Flights, Internal system development, Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP), Lean Manufacturing, Workplace Safety
  
  
  

NONESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Other duties as assigned.
  
  
  

This salary range and is influenced by the level of experience. When calculating the base pay, we take into account various factors such as location, qualifications, training, and experience as part of the overall compensation package. $70,000 - $80,000

• Bachelor’s Degree Preferred; Associate's degree (A. A.) from two-year College or technical school;
• High school diploma or equivalent with 10 years related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Manufacturing experience and/or Food Processing industry a plus
• A minimum of 4-5 years broad-based Operations Management
• The ability to meet requirements necessary to obtain a PANYNJ (Port Authority), Port ID (per TSA regulations and more specifically, 49 CFR
• 1542.209)
• Working knowledge of HACCP and FDA compliance
• Candidate bilingual in English and Spanish a plus
• Financial management and Leadership skills
• Effective employee relations skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office suite
• Ability to solve quality related problems.
• Ability to deal with a variety of compliance situations and continuous improvement.
• Know and follow all safety requirements; strives to maintain a safe work environment.
• Must be able to work various shifts, including weekends and holidays.
  
  
  

Intellectual/Social demands

While performing the essential functions of this job, the employee is continuously asked to multi-task under time limits. Position requires constant attention to precise details and accuracy of specified standards including following simple to complex (more than 3 steps) instructions, and concentration which frequently extends beyond 30 minutes at a time. This position also requires constant attendance and punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time. Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan. Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly.

Physical demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk; reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 30 pounds. Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Use equipment and materials properly.

Work environment

The essential functions of this position are performed indoors. The noise level in the work environment can range from minimal to loud.

dnata’s Competencies Required to be Successful in the Job

There are two aspects to working as effectively as we can our people and our results. Our eight competencies are designed to help you focus on these aspects

Delivering

Does what they say they will. And they balance the needs of our customers' needs with our business's needs.

Drive

Always gets the job done. And still put the needs of our business first.

Open to opportunity

Adapts when plans change. Is open to new ideas. Makes suggestions that will help shape our culture.

Business thinking

Understand our business. Uses this understanding in their day-to-day work and plans for the future.

Collaborate

Look for solutions that work for themselves, their team, and the whole organization.

Engaging others

Acts in a way that gets others on board - and when things don’t go to plan, they deal with conflict in the right way.

Provide direction

Share plans with others. Tracks how each project is progressing. Gives constructive feedback during, and after, each project.

Developing talent

Self-aware. Always learning. Always developing. And always helping others to develop, too.

Demonstrated Values to be Successful in the Position

Employees at dnata are expected to live our Values of Safety and Security, performance-driven, Service Excellence, Delighting Customers, Imagination, and respect. To demonstrate these Values, we expect to observe the following from everyone

• We put safety and security first in all our actions.
• We will set challenging goals and meet them.
• We deliver to a consistently high quality.
• We take ownership and responsibility of a situation until it is resolved.
• We are not afraid of failure and learn through our mistakes.
• We respect each other regardless of background.
  
  
  

We believe that diversity and inclusion are fundamental to creating a strong workplace and community. At dnata, we’re proud that our workforce is as diverse as the customers we serve. And we’re committed to nurturing your talent with mentoring, volunteer, and professional development opportunities. We welcome everyone. Our employee resource groups are one of the many ways we champion diversity and inclusion at dnata.