*Operations Manager - Beverage/Nutraceutical Manufacturing - Up to 110k*

Industry Elite Recruiting; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing firm in Lewisville, TX is seeking an Operations Manager to lead production teams and enhance operational efficiency. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree and at least 5 years of experience in manufacturing, particularly within the food or beverage industries. Key responsibilities include overseeing production lines, troubleshooting challenges, and driving training initiatives. This role offers a chance to impact significant production operations within a growing organization.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in manufacturing/production management.
• Proven experience within food/beverage, nutraceutical, pharmaceutical, or cosmetics industries.
• Hands-on orientation in mechanical/maintenance operations.

Responsibilities

• Manage and optimize performance of production teams.
• Troubleshoot production challenges and facilitate effective resolutions.
• Oversee initiation of new production lines.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Technical acumen

Proficiency in computer systems

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

Bachelor's degree (BA/BS)

Technical or engineering degree

Tools

Excel

ERP systems

Job description

Overview

Location: Lewisville, TX (local)

Our client is a rapidly growing beverage and nutraceutical manufacturer based in the Dallas, Texas area (Northwest). A new opportunity for an Operations Manager has arisen to join the day shift team. Reporting to the VP of Manufacturing, this role leads in our state-of-the-art facility in Lewisville, TX and provides strategic leadership to drive operational excellence.

Role Summary

We are seeking a candidate with a robust background in manufacturing, particularly within the food/beverage, nutraceutical, pharmaceutical, or cosmetics industries. As the Operations Manager, you will lead a team of production supervisors and related staff, ensuring seamless execution of daily operations to deliver high-quality products that meet customer requirements. This role requires a self-motivated professional with strong analytical skills, technical acumen, and proficiency with computer systems. You will collaborate with senior and executive management.

Responsibilities

• Manage and optimize performance of production teams and supervisors, enhancing workflow efficiency.
• Troubleshoot production challenges and facilitate effective resolutions.
• Oversee initiation of new production lines and operation of existing lines.
• Establish and attain production metrics to drive operational excellence.
• Exercise prudent control over manpower and expenditures.
• Drive training and development initiatives within the production domain.
• Ensure accurate and timely communication across all departmental functions.
• Facilitate effective cross-functional interactions, with proficiency in English/Spanish considered a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) required; a technical or engineering degree is preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of proven experience in manufacturing/production management within the food/beverage, nutraceutical, pharmaceutical, or cosmetics industries.
• Geographically accessible to Lewisville, TX for job responsibilities.
• Preferred background in mechanical/maintenance operations with a hands-on orientation.
• Proficiency in computer applications, including Excel.
• Familiarity with ERP systems and requirements planning processes.
• Willingness to work extended hours and provide supervisor coverage based on business demands.

This is an exceptional opportunity to join a thriving organization and make a significant impact on our production operations. If you possess the requisite qualifications and experience, and are prepared to contribute your leadership skills to a dynamic team, we encourage you to apply.