Site Leader - Hamilton Operations

Synergy Flavors, Inc; Hamilton (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Site Leader for its Hamilton Operations. This hands-on role is pivotal in driving operational excellence and leading continuous improvement initiatives within the manufacturing site. As a key figure, you will oversee daily operations, manage a talented team, and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards. If you are passionate about fostering a culture of accountability and collaboration while optimizing production processes, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a company that values its people and is committed to sustainability, making a significant impact in the food service industry.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of manufacturing experience with 5+ years in leadership roles.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Operations Management required.

Responsibilities

• Lead site operations ensuring quality, cost, and delivery objectives.
• Develop strategies and manage a team of department managers.

Skills

Leadership

Operational Excellence

Financial Management

Problem-Solving

Customer Focus

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Operations Management

Tools

GMP Requirements

Job description

Site Leader - Hamilton Operations

Apply locations US - Hamilton, Ohio time type Full time posted on Posted 6 Days Ago job requisition id JR100525

The Site Leader – Hamilton Operations for the Synergy Flavors Hamilton, Ohio location is a hands-on position responsible for supporting our essence, extract and food service businesses. This role is critical in ensuring that production meets the company’s quality, cost, delivery, and safety objectives. The Manufacturing Site Leader will drive operational excellence, lead continuous improvement initiatives, and ensure that the site meets our high standards of excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

Leadership and Management:

• Provide strong leadership to the site, promoting a culture of learning, accountability and continuous improvement.
• Develop and execute site-level strategies that align with our goals and objectives.
• Manage and mentor a team of department managers, supervisors and cross functional leaders.
• Foster a positive work environment that promotes safety, quality, and transparency.
• Oversee workforce planning and development, ensuring the site has the necessary skills and competencies to meet future demands.
• Collaborate with key Wauconda cross functions to ensure the success of commercialization and operations including, but not limited to: Sales, Regulatory, Applications, Business Development.

Operational Excellence:

• Oversee daily operations, ensuring production targets are met with high efficiency and quality.
• Implement and maintain best practices in manufacturing processes.
• Monitor key performance indicators and take corrective actions as needed to achieve desired outcomes.
• Optimize resource allocation, including labor, materials, and equipment.

Financial Management:

• Develop and implement budgets and forecasts.
• Cost control and productivity optimization.
• Prepare capital expenditure requests.
• Manage inventory levels and accuracy.

Safety and Compliance:

• Ensure the site complies with all applicable safety regulations and company policies.
• Promote a culture of safety, ensuring all employees are trained and committed to safe work practices.
• Oversee environmental compliance and sustainability initiatives.

Quality Assurance:

• Work closely with the Quality team to address customer complaints and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure that products meet or exceed customer quality standards through a close partnership with Quality leadership.

Customer Focus:

• Collaborate with the Sales and Customer Service teams to ensure timely delivery and high customer satisfaction.
• Address customer concerns and implement solutions to improve service levels.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in manufacturing, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• In-depth knowledge of a flavor or food ingredient process manufacturing facility preferred, including high level of proficiency with GMP requirements.
• Proven track record of leading large teams and driving operational improvements.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage complex projects.

Key Competencies:

• Leadership and Team Building
• Financial Acumen
• Operational Excellence
• Problem-Solving and Decision Making
• Customer Focus

About Us

Our Work Experience is the combination of everything that's unique about us: our culture, our core values, our company meetings, our commitment to sustainability, our recognition programs, but most importantly, it's our people. Our employees are self-disciplined, hard working, curious, trustworthy, humble, and truthful. They make choices according to what is best for the team, they live for opportunities to collaborate and make a difference, and they make us the #1 Top Workplace in the area.

Carbery employs over 900 people in 8 countries globally – and we are growing. From production specialists to R&D experts, finance, marketing, sales and so much more, see what opportunity awaits you with Carbery.