Operations Manager

Johnsonville, LLC.; Kansas; On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly bonus

401k match

Medical, dental, vision

Flexible spending accounts

Disability and life insurance

Fertility and adoption assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

Johnsonville is seeking a dynamic Manufacturing Operations Coordinator to guide the Holton operations team. You will drive ownership, build trust, and deliver superior results by coaching staff, setting clear KPIs, and pushing continuous improvement.

With a Bachelor’s in a related field, you’ll oversee safety, quality, and regulatory compliance while coordinating with cross-functional leaders to align with company strategy and growth objectives.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years in an operations leadership role overseeing multiple departments.
• Minimum 5 years of meat industry or food commodity experience preferred.
• Experience directly managing people leaders and driving meaningful change.
• Knowledge of governance, risk, compliance and legal issues relevant in the industry.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Holton operations team and coach performance.
• Foster trust, collaboration, accountability and ownership.
• Set KPIs, provide feedback, and recognize performance.
• Strive for operational excellence by achieving KPIs and metrics.
• Optimize processes and align standards for manufacturing agility.
• Provide coaching and professional development opportunities.
• Oversee safety, quality and regulatory compliance.
• Lead CI initiatives to optimize processes and efficiency.
• Build cross-functional relationships with leadership and teams.
• Maintain regular communication to keep staff informed and engaged.

Skills

Integrity

Leadership

Executive presence

Strategic thinking

Autonomy

Results focus

Adaptability

Cross-functional PM

Data-driven decisions

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

At Johnsonville, our Members are responsible for everything! If you’re passionate about making a difference, we want you to help make our products, our processes, our communities and each other better. As part of our manufacturing leadership and support group, you’ll help ensure production and maintenance Members have the resources and support needed to work safely and efficiently. The group will also ensure the products we produce are of only the highest quality and ready for consumers to enjoy.

Position Overview

Johnsonville is a leading food manufacturing company with multiple manufacturing facilities across various locations. We prioritize the safety of our members, our product quality, and the growth and development of our members. Our culture is built on trust, collaboration, and a commitment to excellence.

We are seeking a dynamic and strategic manufacturing Operations Coordinator to lead our Holton operations team who has a proven track record of creating an environment of ownership, fostering a culture of trust, and achieving superlative results.

Responsibilities

• Lead the performance and coaching of the Holton operations
• Foster a culture of trust, collaboration, and accountability; empowering teams to take ownership of their work, pursue continuous improvement, and achieve exceptional outcomes
• Establish clear performance expectations and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), consistently offering feedback and recognition to enhance member engagement and drive motivation
• Strive for operational excellence by achieving Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and facility performance metrics
• Optimize operational processes and align standards of work, while enhancing manufacturing agility
• Provide coaching, mentorship, and professional development opportunities to team members, fostering their growth and advancement within the organization
• Oversee safety, quality, and compliance with regulatory requirements, instilling a strong sense of responsibility and integrity among all staff members
• Lead manufacturing Reliability Excellence initiatives and Continuous Improvement (CI) efforts to optimize processes and enhance operational efficiency
• Cultivate robust relationships with cross-functional teams and corporate leadership, ensuring alignment with overarching company strategy and objectives
• Lead regular communication channels to keep members informed, engaged, and connected

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in manufacturing, business, engineering, or related field required

Experience

• Minimum of 8 years in an operations leadership or equivalent role with responsibility overseeing multiple departments with strong focus on superlative results and team leadership, required
• Minimum of 5 years of meat industry or food commodity experience preferred
• Previous experience directly managing people leaders
• Proven track record of driving and sustaining meaningful, productive change that creates long-term value
• Knowledge of governance, risk, compliance and legal issues relevant in the industry

Skills

• Operates with transparency and unquestionable integrity and builds trusting relationships with stakeholders at all levels of the organization
• Demonstrated ability to develop and lead high performing teams through trust, collaboration, and empowerment
• Leads with confidence and has a motivating executive presence; has outstanding interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence
• Strategic Thinking - Demonstrates a keen ability to think from the outside in
• High level of autonomy in planning, executing, and developing contingencies
• Demonstrated drive to achieve results and take calculated risks
• Confidently adapts and adjusts to changes and challenges while maintaining a positive outlook
• Record of cross-functional project management leadership
• Proficiency in utilizing data for informed decision-making and process optimization

Other Requirements

• Travel: Less than 10% of your time
• Responsible for oversight of all 3 shifts. Ability to visit those shifts on a frequent basis.

Benefits and Compensation

Members have potential for a monthly bonus and 401k with a company match. Members also have access to terrific benefits including affordable medical, dental and vision coverage; flexible spending accounts; disability and life insurance; and fertility and adoption assistance. Johnsonville also offers competitive paid time off, including paid parental time off! Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location.

Applicants must be eligible to work in the country where this job is located, without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.

Johnsonville is an equal opportunity employer, including Vet/Disability.