Operations Manager - Batching

Bolthouse Farms, Inc.; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision

Group Life & AD&D

Voluntary Life & AD&D

Group Short & Long-Term Disability

401(k)

Job summary

Bolthouse Farms, Inc. is seeking an Operations Manager - Batching in Torrance, CA to lead the Batching and Fermenting department and drive safety, continuous improvement, and lean manufacturing initiatives.

This role reports to the Director of Operations and oversees production planning, scheduling, and KPI reporting. The ideal candidate has 5 years of beverage manufacturing operations leadership and hands-on supervision experience, with proven ability to manage people and budgets, implement

Qualifications

• 5 years beverage manufacturing operations leadership.
• 5+ years as a Food Production Supervisor with a hands-on management style.
• Experience managing people and budgets.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate a team of production personnel, fostering a culture of safety, continuous improvement, and teamwork.
• Identify and develop skills through coaching and training. Champion ownership and problem solving.
• Lead Lean Six Sigma initiatives to eliminate waste and reduce costs. Develop strategic plans and conduct financial analysis.
• Ensure strict adherence to safety regulations. Conduct safety audits, root‑cause analysis, and corrective actions.
• Oversee development of safety training programs.
• Develop SOPs; establish and manage key operational metrics (Safety, Quality, Service, Cost, OEE, Labor Efficiency, Yield, Inventory). Lead monthly reviews, communicate trends, and develop action plans.

Skills

Leadership

Lean Six Sigma

Quality focus

Data-driven decisions

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field

Job description

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.

Operations Manager - Batching

Full‑Time Regular Management USA – CA – Torrance, CA, US

Posted 7 days ago – Requisition ID: 6296

Salary Range: $100,000.00 – $125,000.00 Annually.

Role Overview

This position reports to the Director of Operations and is responsible for leading the Batching and Fermenting department at our Torrance facility.

Job Duties

• Leadership and Continuous Improvement: Lead and motivate a team of production personnel, fostering a culture of safety, continuous improvement, and teamwork. Identify and develop skills through coaching and training. Champion ownership and problem solving. Lead Lean Six Sigma initiatives to eliminate waste and reduce costs. Develop strategic plans and conduct financial analysis.
• Safety and Compliance: Ensure strict adherence to safety regulations. Conduct safety audits, root‑cause analysis, and corrective actions. Oversee development of safety training programs.
• Production Planning and Scheduling: Partner with the Director of Production Planning to develop schedules that meet demand and stay within budget. Work with procurement to maintain raw‑material flow. Manage timelines and remove bottlenecks.
• Quality Control and Customer Satisfaction: Develop SOPs; establish and manage key operational metrics (Safety, Quality, Service, Cost, OEE, Labor Efficiency, Yield, Inventory). Lead monthly reviews, communicate trends, and develop action plans. Monitor customer feedback and drive continuous product improvement.
• Technical Expertise and Manufacturing Excellence: Create concise technical instructions for equipment operation and maintenance. Collaborate on preventive maintenance schedules. Identify process improvements and cost‑saving initiatives. Produce KPI reports with commentary.

Minimum Qualifications

• 5 years’ experience in beverage manufacturing operations leadership.
• 5+ years’ experience as a Food Production Supervisor with a hands‑on management style.
• Experience managing people and budgets.

Additional Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Food Science or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Track record of leading teams to high performance and continuous improvement.
• Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and root‑cause analysis.
• Excellent knowledge of safety regulations in beverage manufacturing.
• Demonstrated ability to develop SOPs and training programs.
• Strong analytical and data‑driven decision‑making skills.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and collaboration skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with high‑speed bottling or canning lines.
• Bilingual English/Spanish.

Physical Demands & Environmental Hazards

• Lift up to 50 lbs.
• Stand and walk for extended periods.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision
• Group Life & AD&D
• Voluntary Life & AD&D
• Group Short & Long‑Term Disability
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program – Gym Membership Discounts

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are an equal‑opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse organization. We encourage applications from a diverse pool of candidates. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status. We provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Reasonable Accommodations

Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions. Please contact our Talent Acquisition team at [e-mail] if you need assistance applying.

Recruitment Agencies

Generous Brands does not accept unsolicited agency resumes and is not responsible for any related fees.

Shift

First shift (7 am‑3 pm) when business requires; before/after hours may be mandatory.