Food Operations Leader: Production & Quality

Socket.dev; Glendale (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Craft Fresh seeks an Operations Manager to oversee Milwaukee-area facilities, driving productivity and compliance in sanitation, production, warehousing, and procurement. You will lead cross-functional teams, implement best practices, and champion cost-efficiency and food quality.

The role requires 7+ years of leadership in food manufacturing, with a focus on safety, continuous improvement, and staff development to meet business goals.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive leadership experience in food and beverage manufacturing, distribution, or related industry.
• Strong knowledge of production operations, food safety regulations, and quality systems.
• Proven track record of budget management, cost reduction, and process improvement.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and decision-making skills

Responsibilities

• Lead daily operations across sanitation, production, and warehousing.
• Establish clear performance standards, assign responsibilities, and ensure accountability.
• Drive operational excellence by improving throughput and reducing costs per case.
• Recruit, train, and develop a high-performing workforce embodying company values.
• Conduct regular coaching, performance reviews, and succession planning.
• Promote safety, engagement, and accountability across all facilities.
• Manage relationships with logistics carriers to ensure timely service.
• Monitor staffing levels and adapt to volume fluctuations.
• Oversight of equipment upkeep, sanitation, and safety compliance.
• Collaborate with procurement to optimize costs and vendor relations.

Skills

Strong leadership

Strategic thinker

Customer-focused

Work well under pressure

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Operations Management, Food Science, Engineering, or related field

Job description

Craft Fresh seeks an Operations Manager to oversee Milwaukee-area facilities, driving productivity and compliance in sanitation, production, warehousing, and procurement. You will lead cross-functional teams, implement best practices, and champion cost-efficiency and food quality.

The role requires 7+ years of leadership in food manufacturing, with a focus on safety, continuous improvement, and staff development to meet business goals.