Director of Operations

Personnel Associates; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 145,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Director of Operations for the food and beverage manufacturing sector, offering a competitive salary between $145K and $165K plus bonus. This role requires strong leadership skills to oversee operations across multiple plants, promoting a culture of continuous improvement, and ensuring compliance with food safety standards. The ideal candidate should have over 8 years of relevant experience and be able to travel 30-40% between facilities.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of management experience in food and/or beverage manufacturing.
• Experience with HAACP and SQF standards.
• Knowledge of OSHA and REI safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and execute processing operations across multiple plants.
• Lead Plant Managers to achieve operational goals.
• Establish performance appraisals and salary adjustments.

Skills

Operational leadership

Project management

Food safety regulations

Continuous improvement methodologies

Education

BS degree

MBA or Masters degree

Job description

Overview

Director of Operations - $145-165K + Bonus – Food & Beverage Manufacturing – Responsible for coordinating, planning and executing of the company’s processing operations. Provide overall direction and guidance of the day-to-day operational activities for 3 plants. Build an organizational culture of continuous improvement using Six Sigma, Lean, Deming, etc.; Lead Plant Managers to meet or exceed operational goals and objectives. Establish and monitor co-worker performance and developmental goals and objectives, conducting annual performance appraisals and salary adjustments. Take any necessary action to prevent food safety and food quality problems.

Qualifications

• BS degree required; MBA or Masters degree preferred
• 8+ years of progressive operational and multi-plant managerial experience in a complex food and/or beverage manufacturing environment.
• Food industry, HAACP and SQF experience required
• Large and small company experience is acceptable
• The ability to prioritize, follow through and achieve results
• Knowledge and experience with all OSHA and REI safety regulations
• 30-40 % travel between facilities is required

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.