Batching & Manufacturing Operations Lead

Bolthouse-Farms-1; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision

401(k)

Job summary

Bolthouse Farms is seeking an experienced Operations Manager - Batching in Torrance, CA. This full-time role leads the Batching and Fermenting department, ensuring safety, quality, service and cost targets are met.

You will drive continuous improvement, supervise a hands-on team, and partner with planning to align production with demand. The ideal candidate has 5+ years in beverage manufacturing operations leadership, with hands-on supervision, budget experience, and strong Lean Six Sigma

Qualifications

• 5+ years beverage manufacturing operations leadership.
• 5+ years as a Food Production Supervisor with hands-on management.
• Experience managing people and budgets.
• Strong understanding of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate a team of production personnel, fostering safety, continuous improvement, and teamwork.
• Develop and coach team members through training programs focused on continuous improvement methodologies.
• Manage performance and provide constructive feedback to achieve production goals.
• Promote ownership and problem-solving; empower the team to implement improvements.
• Lead continuous improvement programs (e.g., Lean Six Sigma) to reduce waste, optimize processes, and lower costs.
• Develop and execute strategic plans for the operations department aligned with business objectives.
• Conduct regular financial analysis to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
• Maintain a safety-first culture; ensure adherence to safety regulations and procedures.
• Oversee safety training programs for all staff.
• Collaborate with Director of Production Planning to develop production schedules meeting customer demand within budget.
• Coordinate with planning and procurement to ensure steady raw material flow.
• Monitor timelines and address bottlenecks promptly to minimize disruptions.
• Develop and implement SOPs to ensure consistent product quality.
• Establish and manage key operational metrics (Safety, Quality, Service, Cost, OEE, Labor Efficiency, Yield, Inventory).
• Lead monthly business reviews and report performance trends to leadership.

Skills

Lean Six Sigma

Root cause analysis

Leadership

Safety compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree (Engineering or Food Science)

Job description

Bolthouse Farms is seeking an experienced Operations Manager - Batching in Torrance, CA. This full-time role leads the Batching and Fermenting department, ensuring safety, quality, service and cost targets are met.

You will drive continuous improvement, supervise a hands-on team, and partner with planning to align production with demand. The ideal candidate has 5+ years in beverage manufacturing operations leadership, with hands-on supervision, budget experience, and strong Lean Six Sigma