Head of Plant Operations & Continuous Improvement

Richelieu Foods Inc.; Wheeling (IL); On-site; USD 170,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Richelieu Foods, Inc. seeks an experienced Director of Plant Operations to drive transformation while building a culture of support and development.

This leader will oversee manufacturing operations, ensuring product quality, safety, and cost targets are met and compliant with regulatory standards. Reporting to the Senior Director of Operations, you will lead four divisions, implement Lean Six Sigma, develop training programs, and engage the leadership team to deliver zero loss and strong

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Business Administration, or related field.
• 10+ years of progressive operations experience in a high-volume food manufacturing environment.
• 5+ years of management experience.
• Formal training in SQF, Food Safety & Quality, FDA FSMA program and related standards.

Responsibilities

• Create a high-performance operations team by recruiting and developing teams with experience to meet goals cost-effectively.
• Lead four divisions: Manufacturing, Maintenance, Materials, and Operational Excellence.
• Engage suppliers and cross-functional teams to support new projects and product commercialization.
• Manage KPI’s including Safety, Quality, People, Service, and Cost.
• Drive technology and process improvements to enhance efficiency.
• Ensure production planning meets schedules and quality standards.
• Develop budgets and operating plans aligned with strategic goals.
• Implement Lean Six Sigma tools and cultivate a culture of safety and compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Lean Six Sigma

Operations management

Regulatory compliance

Safety culture

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Manufacturing/related field

4 Year Degree

Job description

Richelieu Foods, Inc. seeks an experienced Director of Plant Operations to drive transformation while building a culture of support and development.

This leader will oversee manufacturing operations, ensuring product quality, safety, and cost targets are met and compliant with regulatory standards. Reporting to the Senior Director of Operations, you will lead four divisions, implement Lean Six Sigma, develop training programs, and engage the leadership team to deliver zero loss and strong