Head of Manufacturing Operations — Candy Plant Leader, Wisconsin

HARIBO of America, Inc.; Pleasant Prairie (WI); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

HARIBO of America, Inc. in Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin, is looking for a Head of Manufacturing Operations to lead the plant’s factory floor and champion a people-centric culture. The site operates 24/6 with 350+ employees and a 500,000+ sq ft facility.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years of manufacturing experience and 5+ years in a managerial role, with prior food and/or pharmaceutical manufacturing exposure and a strong GMP/FDA background. Travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Management, Operations, Food Science or related field.
• Minimum 10+ years of experience in manufacturing.
• Minimum 5+ years of managerial experience overseeing large teams in manufacturing.
• Direct experience in food and/or pharmaceutical manufacturing, understanding regulations and guidelines.
• Demonstrated understanding of GMPs—Good Manufacturing Processes.
• Demonstrated understanding of FDA food regulations.
• Ability to travel domestically as needed, and internationally if required.

Responsibilities

• Lead factory floor operations at HARIBO of America’s gummy candy plant in Pleasant Prairie, WI.
• Manage and lead salaried and hourly factory leaders and associates.
• Accountable for delivering established goals and KPIs.
• Execute strategic plans and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with Quality, Safety, Engineering & Maintenance, Supply Chain, HR and other departments.

Skills

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Business/Management/Operations/Food Science

Tools

SAP

FSSC 22000 knowledge

ISO 22000 knowledge

HACCP Certification

Lean Manufacturing

Job description

HARIBO of America, Inc. in Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin, is looking for a Head of Manufacturing Operations to lead the plant’s factory floor and champion a people-centric culture. The site operates 24/6 with 350+ employees and a 500,000+ sq ft facility.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years of manufacturing experience and 5+ years in a managerial role, with prior food and/or pharmaceutical manufacturing exposure and a strong GMP/FDA background. Travel may be required.