Manager, Operations

Voyant Beauty; La Grange (IL); In loco; USD 90.000 - 130.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Voyant Beauty is seeking an Operations Manager to oversee daily plant operations, drive production efficiency, and ensure safety and quality across the facility. The role requires strategic planning, resource allocation, and strong team leadership in a manufacturing setting.

You will analyze KPIs, manage budgets, and partner with multiple departments to align operations with company objectives. Candidates with cosmetic/personal care experience are preferred and relocation or travel may be

Competenze

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, or related field.
• 4–6 years supervisory or management experience leading cross-functional teams.
• 4–6 years experience in operations management in manufacturing/production.
• Cosmetics/Personal Care/OTC or related industry experience preferred.
• Experience managing safety, quality, production, and cost in a manufacturing setting.

Mansioni

• Oversee daily operations to meet production targets with high safety and quality.
• Develop and implement strategies to optimize resources and productivity.
• Lead and mentor a diverse team, fostering continuous improvement.
• Monitor KPIs, identify trends, and implement corrective actions.
• Manage budgets, forecasts, and costs aligned to goals.
• Collaborate with departments to align operations with business objectives.
• Conduct audits to ensure safety and regulatory compliance.
• Provide training and development for staff.
• Participate in candidate interviews and audits.
• Prepare reports for senior management on performance and improvement.

Conoscenze

Leadership

Data analysis

Communication

Problem solving

Teamwork

MS Office

Formazione

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration/Operations Management

Strumenti

Operational management software

Descrizione del lavoro

Voyant Beauty believes our people are more than just employees; they're the driving force behind everything we achieve. Our culture fosters teamwork, respect, and camaraderie, ensuring that every individual's contribution is valued and celebrated. We invest in their growth, providing opportunities for development and advancement within our dynamic team.

Voyant Beauty is a company that specializes in the development and manufacturing, of beauty, personal and home care products. We work with various brands, retailers, and businesses to create customer formulations and products tailored to their needs. This can include skincare, haircare, bath and body products, fragrances, and more. Essentially, Voyant Beauty serves as a one-stop-shop for companies looking to bring their beauty and personal care product ideas to life.

Safety is a core value at Voyant Beauty. We prioritize the well-being of our team members, ensuring a safe and secure environment where everyone can thrive and excel.

If you're seeking to be part of a team where your talents are valued, your safety is paramount, and your efforts contribute to meaningful change, then Voyant Beauty is the place for you. Come join us and be a part of our journey.

A Brief Overview

The Operations Manager is responsible for overseeing daily operations within the facility, ensuring efficient and effective processes that meet production goals while adhering to safety, quality, and regulatory standards. This role involves strategic planning, resource allocation, and team leadership to drive continuous improvement initiatives, enhance operational performance, and support organizational objectives.

What You Will Do

• Oversee daily operations to ensure production targets are met efficiently while maintaining high safety and quality standards.
• Develop and implement operational strategies and initiatives to optimize resource utilization and enhance productivity across the facility.
• Lead and mentor a diverse team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration, and accountability.
• Monitor and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) to identify trends, address issues, and implement corrective actions as necessary.
• Manage budgets, forecasts, and operational costs to ensure financial performance aligns with organizational goals.
• Collaborate with other departments to align operational strategies with overall business objectives.
• Conduct regular audits and inspections to ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
• Provide training and development opportunities for staff to enhance skills and capabilities.
• Participating in and/or lead investigations around quality, safety and performance.
• Participating in and/or lead candidate interviews.
• Participating in customer or regulatory audits.
• Prepare reports and presentations for senior management regarding operational performance and improvement initiatives.
• Some duties may vary slightly by location.

Education Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, or a related field. (Required)

Experience Qualifications

• 4-6 years Supervisory or management experience leading cross-functional teams. Experience in Cosmetics, Personal Care, OTC and/or food and drug preferred. (Required)
• 4-6 years Experience in operations management or a related field, preferably in a manufacturing or production environment. (Required)
• 4-6 years Experience in Cosmetics, Personal Care, OTC and/or food and drug preferred ()
• 4-6 years Previously responsible for the safety, quality, production, cost, people management of a manufacturing setting ()

Skills And Abilities

• Understanding of operational processes and best practices in a manufacturing environment. (High proficiency)
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop teams effectively. (High proficiency)
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities to address operational challenges. (High proficiency)
• Proficiency in data analysis and performance metrics to drive operational improvements. (High proficiency)
• Communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration across departments. (High proficiency)
• Lead successful meetings. (High proficiency)
• Successful development of systems and underlying processes (High proficiency)
• Ability to work efficiently under tight timelines and achieve results, while maintaining high quality (High proficiency)
• Excellent analytical, teamwork, customer service and leadership skills (High proficiency)
• Proficient in MS Office and operational management software. (Medium proficiency)
• Familiarity with budgeting and financial management principles. (Medium proficiency)

To Staffing and Recruiting Agencies:

Our company does not accept unsolicited curriculum vitae’s or applications from agencies. We are not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited curriculum vitae’s or applications and explicitly reserve its right to contact candidates presented in such unsolicited curriculum vitae’s or application.

Our company provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, color, national origin, sexual orientation, age, disability or veteran status. Voyant Beauty will consider requests for accommodations due to a disability impacting a qualified employee's ability to perform the essential functions of their position consistent with applicable laws. In addition to federal law requirements, Voyant Beauty complies with applicable provincial and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Compensation & Benefits Disclosure

At Voyant Beauty, we are committed to transparency in our hiring process in compliance with applicable pay transparency laws.

The base compensation for this position is described in the above posting. This position is also eligible to participate in our short-term incentive (bonus) plan.

For hourly positions, a shift premium may apply based on the assigned work schedule.

We provide eligible full-time employees with a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical/Rx, dental, and vision insurance options, along with applicable flexible and health spending accounts (FSA/HSA). In addition, we also offer options for life and AD&D insurance (basic and supplemental) along with short- and long-term disability insurance (basic and supplemental). Other supplemental benefit options include accident, hospital indemnity, and critical illness insurance along with identity theft protection.

Employees can take advantage of a 401(K)-retirement savings plan with company match, paid vacation, paid sick time, paid holidays, and education reimbursement. This comprehensive benefits package is designed to offer valuable support for you and your family's health, financial security, and work-life balance.

Specific benefits and eligibility may vary by location. For further information, please contact a member of our hiring team.