VP of Operations na None

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Oversee all aspects of facility production utilizing 300+ employees operating a multi-shift food and dietary supplement manufacturing operation producing at multiple sites
• Ensure that Continuous Improvement (COI)/Lean concepts and techniques are utilized throughout the manufacturing operations. Set aggressive operational efficiency targets and build plans to achieve them
• Establish and maintain department standards for productivity, reliability, and accuracy.
• Develop ongoing strategies for reducing cost, and time, while maximizing quality.
• Monitor and report daily production results, material usage, waste, and downtime.
• Coordinates with quality control to maintain quality standards; takes appropriate corrective measures to resolve deficiencies.
• Forecast staffing needs to meet peak demands of the business and staff team accordingly; train, motivate, coach, reward, and discipline employees being supervised; resolve personnel issues.
• Perform required administrative tasks; prepare required reports and correspondence.
• Identifie opportunities for inner departmental and interdepartmental process improvements and actualizes them.
• Create KPIs and measurable goals using the SMART format for key tasks and deliverables for each department and develop plans to attain them.
• Maintain/lead safety programs and all required safety training for employees.

• Perform other related duties as assigned by management.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• College Degree required
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a cGMP food or dietary supplement manufacturing facility (10-15 years preferred)
• Solid knowledge of food production/manufacturing practices and procedures, including HACCP and cGMPs
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills
• Demonstrated proficiency in supervising and motivating teammates
• Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing

     priorities

• Excellent judgement with the ability to make timely and sound decisions
• Bilingual (Spanish) required
• Experienced with manufacturing software/ systems, familiarity with Deacom a plus
• Ability to effectively communicate with people at all levels and from various backgrounds, with strong interpersonal skills
• Continuous improvement skill, utilizing lean methodologies, a plus

COMPETENCIES:

• Problem Solving--Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Oral Communication--Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.
• Teamwork--Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
• Delegation--Delegates work assignments; Matches the responsibility to the person; Gives authority to work independently; Sets expectations and monitors delegated activities; Provides recognition for results.
• Managing People--Includes staff in planning, decision-making, facilitating and process improvement; Takes responsibility for subordinates' activities; Makes self available to staff; Provides regular performance feedback; Develops subordinates' skills and encourages growth.
• Diversity--Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; Educates others on the value of diversity; Promotes a harassment-free environment; Builds a diverse workforce.
• Planning/Organizing--Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives; Organizes or schedules work.
• Quality--Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality.
• Quantity--Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly.
• Safety and Security--Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:  

• Continually required to stand, walk
• Continually required to utilize hand and finger dexterity
• Occasionally required to climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel or crawl
• Continually required to talk or hear
• Continually utilize visual acuity to operate equipment, read
  technical information, and/or use a keyboard
• Frequently required to lift/push/carry items 25 pounds to 50 pounds
• Continually work near moving mechanical parts
• Occasionally work around fumes, airborne particles, or toxic chemicals
• Frequently exposure to extreme heat or cold (non-weather)
• Frequently/Continually exposure to loud noise