Onsite Operations Manager – Packaging & Processing

Oil--dri-Corporation-of-Americ; Ripley (MS); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with 6% company match

Paid parental leave

Generous PTO & paid holidays

Work-life balance

Career growth with exposure to senior

Job summary

Oil-Dri Corporation of America seeks an Operations Manager to lead Packaging and Processing teams at our Mississippi mine site. You will drive safety, productivity, quality, and cost control while coordinating with maintenance and mining contractors to ensure clay supply and on-time production.

This role requires daily onsite presence and strong leadership. A packaging/engineering degree, 5+ years in processing/packaging, and 3+ years supervising are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Packaging Science, Operations or Engineering preferred.
• 5+ years in a processing/packaging environment.
• 3+ years supervisory experience.
• Experience with an ERP Manufacturing system.

Responsibilities

• Lead safety and productivity in Packaging and Processing.
• Meet daily schedules and manage costs.
• Develop procedures to prevent nonconforming products.
• Coordinate with mining contractors for clay supply to packaging operations.
• Monitor waste, quality, and equipment utilization.
• Provide leadership to drive a change culture to meet facility goals.

Skills

MS Excel

HRIS Timekeeper

Process optimization

Six Sigma

Communication skills

Education

College degree in Packaging Science/Operations/Engineering

Job description

Oil-Dri Corporation of America seeks an Operations Manager to lead Packaging and Processing teams at our Mississippi mine site. You will drive safety, productivity, quality, and cost control while coordinating with maintenance and mining contractors to ensure clay supply and on-time production.

This role requires daily onsite presence and strong leadership. A packaging/engineering degree, 5+ years in processing/packaging, and 3+ years supervising are preferred.