Operations Leader

Dormont Manufacturing Co; Edmond (OK); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid parental leave

Comprehensive health insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Dormont Manufacturing Co in Edmond, Oklahoma, seeks a StaffKids Operations Leader to oversee daily operations for the StaffKids program. This role entails managing logistics, preparing food, and ensuring a safe environment for children and staff.

The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership and organizational skills, be able to work independently, and have a high school diploma or equivalent. The position offers parental leave, comprehensive insurance, and benefits for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of related work experience.
• Ability to manage conflict and differing opinions.
• Strong attentiveness to children’s safety.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations, logistics, and facilities of the StaffKids program.
• Manage food inventory, ordering, deliveries, and storage.
• Supervise playground maintenance and safety checks.

Skills

Self-motivation

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Leadership skills

Time management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

The StaffKids Operations Leader oversees the daily operations, logistics, and facilities of the StaffKids program, ensuring a safe, clean, and well‑organized environment for children, staff, and families. This role combines leadership, organization, and hands‑on management to support an excellent weekday childcare experience. StaffKids serves Life.Church’s mission of reaching people for Christ by partnering with parents to provide care, development, and a safe environment while assisting children in progressing toward education, behavioral, and spiritual goals.

At Life.Church, we exist to lead people to become fully devoted followers of Christ. It’s been our mission since 1996 and has guided us every day. Leading people isn’t just an expectation; it’s a necessity. It’s a cornerstone of our culture. That’s why we’re always seeking leaders—leaders like you—to bring your skills to life. We are one church meeting in multiple locations, and we want to help you become the person God made you to be.

The StaffKids Team is dedicated to providing excellent childcare for Life.Church staff members in the Oklahoma City metro area. We get to work with some of the most extraordinary kids on the planet from infancy to Pre‑k. We strive for solid and meaningful connections with parents and help them focus on their calling while we love on their kiddos.

What You’ll Do

• Oversee preparation of daily meals and snacks for children and staff.
• Manage food inventory, ordering, deliveries, and storage.
• Develop and update monthly menus; ensure quality and kid‑friendly meals.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness, safety, and organization.
• Ensure backup meal plans and monitor food expiration dates.
• Maintain and order all program supplies, including classroom, restroom, and cleaning materials.
• Oversee and help as needed with laundry, dishwashing, and sanitation processes.
• Ensure cleanliness and organization of all storage areas, restrooms, and shared spaces, coordinating with building cleaning crew as needed.
• Monitor and support nursing mothers’ rooms, playground areas, and staff café spaces.
• Supervise playground maintenance, safety checks, and sanitation.
• Ensure toys, fencing, and equipment are safe and well‑maintained.
• Support emergency drill compliance and safety procedures.
• Lead and delegate to two operations team members.
• Schedule and conduct team meetings and one‑on‑one check‑ins.
• Collaborate with teachers and StaffKids Office Team to meet program needs.
• Provide on‑call support for classroom assistance and special events.
• Coordinate birthday celebrations and seasonal activities such as holiday events, collaborating with the StaffKids Office Team as part of the planning and execution process.
• Ensure classrooms and common spaces are ready for weekend transitions.
• Support set‑up and take‑down of portable equipment as needed.
• Coordinate water days and outdoor activities during warm months.

Skills Needed to Succeed

• Ability to self‑motivate, make independent decisions with decisiveness, and problem‑solve.
• Maintain flexibility and patience while embracing change.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage conflict and differing opinions while maintaining composure.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to keep track of timelines for events, program calendars, and food and supply inventory.
• Strong attentiveness to the needs of teachers and safety of children.
• Strong leadership skills and passion for developing and guiding others.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• 1‑2 years of related work experience.

Benefits We Offer

• Paid parental leave, including maternity, paternity, and adoption leave.
• Generous employer‑paid leave for the use of vacation, sick time, and other qualifying reasons.
• Innovative and comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance that provides team members with useful resources and savings to navigate their holistic health.
• Life insurance policy provided for all staff members at 2x annual salary at no cost. Additional life insurance coverage is available to purchase.
• Short‑Term and Long‑Term disability is covered at 100% for full‑time qualified staff members.
• Comprehensive wellness and mental health benefits allow staff to proactively invest in their physical and emotional health.
• Generous 401(k) retirement plan allowing a team member to have up to 12.5%(includingemployee contribution, employer match, and employer discretionary contribution) contributed into their account in their first year. It doesn't stop there—the more years on staff, the greater the investment!
• $160 annually in development dollars for team members to invest in their professional growth.
• Casual dress and work environment.
• And much more!

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