Manufacturing Operations Leader - Lean & People Growth

Shearer's Foods; Brewster (OH); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Shearer's Foods is seeking an Operations Manager to lead daily manufacturing operations, ensuring safe, efficient, and cost-effective production of high-quality products. You will oversee production teams, drive excellence, and foster a culture of safety and continuous improvement.

The role emphasizes talent development, cross-functional collaboration, and an inclusive, high-performance environment. A four-year degree and extensive experience in food processing are required.

Qualifications

• Four-year degree in a related field such as food science, operations management, engineering, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of experience in production management or supervision in the food processing industry.
• Significant experience with lean manufacturing and continuous improvement.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
• Proficient computer skills with the ability to learn new systems quickly.
• Ability to work a varied schedule.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day manufacturing operations to ensure safe, efficient production of high-quality products.
• Provide leadership to production teams and drive operational excellence.
• Develop talent and support a high-performance manufacturing environment.
• Promote teamwork and cross-functional partnership across the plant.
• Engage employees and foster a positive, high-energy work culture.
• Embrace change and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Production management

People leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Four-year degree in related field

Job description

Shearer's Foods is seeking an Operations Manager to lead daily manufacturing operations, ensuring safe, efficient, and cost-effective production of high-quality products. You will oversee production teams, drive excellence, and foster a culture of safety and continuous improvement.

The role emphasizes talent development, cross-functional collaboration, and an inclusive, high-performance environment. A four-year degree and extensive experience in food processing are required.