Senior Director, Technical Operations & Yield Optimization

Perricone Juices

Florida

On-site

USD 150,000 - 210,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Perricone Farms, now partnered with Natalie’s Orchid Island Juice Company, seeks a Senior Director of Technical Operations to lead citrus extraction, processing, and essential oil recovery. This hands-on, strategic role drives yield, cost reduction, and quality across operations, with cross-functional leadership and a focus on continuous improvement.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in juice/beverage manufacturing with senior leadership, plus citrus extraction experience, PCQI or willingness to

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Food Science or related field; Master's or PhD preferred.
10+ years in juice/beverage manufacturing with at least 5 years in a senior technical or engineering leadership role.
Hands-on expertise in citrus and/or cold-press juice extraction; working knowledge of oil recovery equipment.
PCQI certification or willingness to obtain within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

Design, operate, and improve fruit extraction and processing with focus on quality and losses.
Lead oil recovery, essential oils handling, and by-product value programs.
Own yield management: track juice yield, peel oil yield, pomace moisture; set targets.
Ensure regulatory compliance (FSMA, SQF/BRC) and audit readiness; manage HACCP.
Develop and manage capital projects for extraction and oil recovery; ROI analysis.