Operations Manager: Safety & Facilities

As one of the largest Food Banks in the United States, Food Bank of the Rockies is passionate about ensuring every community member has the resources they need to thrive. Supporting our Colorado and Wyoming communities begins with passionate, mission-driven individuals.

Responsible for the development, planning and implementation of the Safety Program and Culture, Sustainability, Process Improvement, and Facility and equipment maintenance programs for Food Bank of the Rockies (FBR). To manage compliance with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), American Institute of Baking (AIB), Federal Safety Modernization Act (FSMA), Food and Drug Administration (FDA), US Department of Agriculture (USDA) and other regulatory requirements of our operations.

If you are looking for a mission-focused organization where innovation and teamwork are encouraged and new ideas are valued, then this is an ideal position for you.

Mission: We ignite the power of community to nourish people facing hunger

Values: Service; Integrity; Diversity, Equity & Inclusion; Collaboration; Innovation

Primary Responsibilities:

• Lead and support a team of professionals in the departments of:

a. Food and Occupational Safety

b. Facilities Maintenance

c. Equipment Repair and Sustainability

• Responsible for compliance with OSHA, AIB, FSMA, FDA, USDA and other regulatory requirements of our operations
• Collaborate with department leaders (Operations and Transportation) at all Food Bank of the Rockies (FBR) locations in the areas of Facility management, Safety and Food Safety to promote a proactive safety culture
• Responsible for collaboration with warehouse management and staff to assess safety risks, develop corrective action plans, and implement measures to eliminate or mitigate hazards
• Own results of accident investigations to determine root causes, and implement preventive measures to avoid recurrence
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of safety programs and initiatives
• Identify and develop end user training programs and other educational opportunities for AIB and other operational Safety programs
• Oversees facilities management and upkeep of 2 warehouses (116,000 sq ft. and 36,000 sq ft.) involving building maintenance, risk management, energy management, vendor management, contract management, and equipment maintenance (eventually moving to a 270,000 sq ft. warehouse)
• Responsible for managing and monitoring a building management system as well as a maintenance ticketing system
• Lead process improvement within operations, including training and workshops to utilize lean methodologies and root cause analysis to improve operations, safety, and sustainability
• Collaborate with Operational leadership and other leaders organizationally in the development and implementation of sustainability processes and program strategies in delivering goals and performance standards
• Identify and strategize methods to minimize the environmental footprint of facilities, operations and landfill utilization.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to represent FBR with professional poise and work effectively with a wide range of constituents
• Demonstrates compassion and sensitivity to vulnerable populations
• Excellent organizational, time management and follow-through skills
• Self-directed and results-oriented
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Proactive and independent problem solver
• Exercise independent judgement, think critically and strategically, collaborate with others and follow-through to execute projects and program requirements
• Strong customer service orientation
• Ability to communicate persuasively and articulately both verbally and in writing

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Sitting and standing for long periods, walking intermittently
• Using office equipment such as computer, mouse, keyboard, printer
• Indoor office environment usually, occasionally outdoor work environment.
• Occasionally lift or move up to 25 pounds.
• Frequently operating and navigating a vehicle within rural communities

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; bachelor’s degree a plus; or equivalent work-related experience. STEM focus is a plus
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a related role, food industry experience preferred
• OSHA 30 preferred or can acquire within 60 days of hire
• Extensive experience using Microsoft Office Suite and online technologies
• Experience using collaborative tools for file storage and sharing, meeting scheduling, and virtual collaboration preferred

Expected Hours of Work:

This role is considered full-time exempt working approximately 40 hours per week. Travel within the geographic region may be required. Work schedules may vary each week and consist of weekdays, evenings, and Saturdays. This position will be required to be on-call to help address any urgent facility and safety issues.

Compensation:

$66,800.00/Annually

Benefits:

At Food Bank of the Rockies, we provide a fulfilling workplace along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Generous Paid Time Off: Flexible paid time off, including 10 paid holidays, sick leave, parental leave, and opportunities for paid volunteer time.
• Robust Retirement Plan: A 401(k) retirement plan with a 4.5% employer match, plus additional matching based on tenure for a total potential match of up to 8.5%, to support your long-term financial security.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Competitive health, dental, vision, and life insurance plans to support your meet your and your family’s needs.
• Bilingual Incentive: A monthly incentive for certified bilingual staff, recognizing and rewarding your valuable language skills.

To Apply:

Apply online through www.foodbankrockies.org/careers. Applications will be accepted until March 11th.

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Food Bank of the Rockies is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE), M/F/D/V/SO. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities in order to participate in the application or interview process. If you require any accommodation, please contact us at hr@foodbankrockies.org or 303.371.9250.