Ops Manager-DICP

Oversees day-to-day execution of manufacturing activities that includes the actual production, sanitation and production set-up for designated area(s), product or product lines in accordance with relevant food safety and sanitary legislation (FDA, etc). Drives alignment of production strategies, goals and objectives with day-to-day activities in the areas of quality, safety, delivery and cost. Oversees consistent execution of plant cleaning and sanitation programs and practices, including CIP systems and mix pumps, in accordance with all Sanitary and Food Safety requirements.

• Manages day-to-day execution of production, sanitation, CIP and production set-up activities to ensure optimal performance in the areas of safety, quality, cost and delivery and adherence to food safety and quality requirements.
• Ensures execution of standards of work to ensure process compliance throughout the production and sanitation functions.
• Develop and build capability of people as individuals and teams through a variety of techniques and tools focused on motivation, teamwork, mentoring and coaching.
• Supports and maintains a continuous improvement (CI) culture across assigned work teams; serves as a leader of change across the function.
• Manages and executes labor and production schedules and plans to ensure appropriate coverage in support of attainment goals. Actively seeks opportunities to optimize cost structure in the areas of materials, scheduling, labor, etc.
• Support the execution of New Production Development, capital projects and other initiatives at the production phase.

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Qualifications:

In addition to the responsibilities listed above, other duties may be assigned by your supervisor, as dictated by business necessity. 

EDUCATION List the minimum education required to be qualified for the position, including certifications or licenses. - Bachelors degree in related field or commensurate experience 

EXPERIENCE List experience preferred to be qualified for the position - Minimum 5 years demonstrated experience in a in a medical product, food or nutritional product manufacturing setting. Previous experience in an FDA / USDA regulated industry. SPECIFICATIONS List specifications required for the job and indicate the importance and proficiency levels of each.

 * Knowledge - Demonstrated knowledge of manufacturing equipment, systems and tools, as well as, productivity principles and practices. Demonstrated knowledge of cleaning, sanitation and chemical control practices. Familiarity with microbial monitoring and control programs associated with Food/Dairy plants. Familiarity with Continuous Improvement (CI) Principles, Manufacturing and Industrial Engineering methods, Production Processes, Quality tools, Material flow and management, etc. 

 * Skills - Proven leadership skills Strong analytical thinking and problem solving skills Good attention to detail and ability to prepare and give written and oral instructions. Multi-project/multi-tasking capability. Skilled in the proficient use in Microsoft Office software. 

 * Abilities - Ability to establish strong relationships throughout the organization. Ability to work in a collaborative environment. Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing, at all levels within and outside of WDI. Ability to differentiate among competing demands and establish or shift priorities as needed. Ability to assist internal customers with change management strategies and processes. Ability to organize and coordinate multiple tasks and to work under time pressure to meet deadlines. Ability to multi-task and work within aggressive timeframes with minimal supervision. 

SUPERVISORY SCOPE List the title the job will report to, and the titles and approximate or average number of direct and indirect reports for which this position will be responsible. * Reports to Manufacturing Manager * Direct Reports - Supervisors (up to 10) * Indirect Reports - FINANCIAL SCOPE Give the anticipated budget the position will manage, and/or any revenue generation expectations for which the position will be responsible. - List annual revenue and volume expectations for assigned product lines Wells Enterprises is an EEO/AA employer M/F/Vet/Dis\

LOCATION: Dunkirk, NY

The base pay range for this position is $94,503.32 to $132,304.65 annually.  Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors permitted by law.  This pay range represents the anticipated salary for this position at this time.

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Salary : $94,503 - $132,305