Operations Manager II

Are you a self-driven person looking to advance your career as a high-impact player on a team? If so, we have an exciting challenge for you and your future!

At HP Hood LLC, we celebrate our differences. Our diversity of people, backgrounds, experiences, thoughts and perspectives are fostered to create an inclusive work environment. We are at our best when we respect and value each other - One Team One Company!

Our culture is built on value commitments to innovation, quality, results, integrity, community, people, and collaboration that fosters a strong employee engagement, teamwork, safety and wellness. We offer a competitive benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, wellness programs, employee discounts, 401k matches, tuition reimbursement, ongoing development, advancement opportunities and more. This position is also eligible for our bonus program.

Founded in 1846, today Hood is one of the largest and most trusted food and beverage manufacturers in the United States. Our portfolio of national and super-regional brands and licensed products includes Hood, Heluva Good, Lactaid, Blue Diamond Almond Breeze, Planet Oat and more.

Job Summary:

This position will manages all activities related to operations and development of company products by performing the following personally or through subordinate supervisors.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develops and maintains manufacturing operations business plans to include all program requirements, labor hours, cycle, production costs, and image.

• Develops direct reports for maximum performance and provides the coaching and support to enhance performance and growth opportunities.

• Provides input to the development of product strategy and research and development of new and emerging products.

• Establishes production and quality control standards, develops budget and cost controls, and obtains data regarding types, quantities, specifications, and delivery dates of products ordered.

• Provides guidance to the development of a manufacturing process plan, including personnel requirements, material needs, subcontract requirements, facility needs, and tooling and equipment needs.

• Leads departmental performance measures, including visual controls, and provides regular progress reports to the Plant Manager.

• Ensures all established costs, quality, and delivery commitments are met.

• Coordinates manufacturing activities with all other functions of the organization and suppliers to obtain optimum production and utilization of human resources, machines, and equipment.

• Reviews production and operating reports and directs the resolution of operational, manufacturing, and maintenance problems to ensure minimum costs and prevent operational delays.

• Provides guidance for administrative activities associated with the effective management of site operations, including compiling, storing, and retrieving production data for reports.

• Determines responsibilities of assigned organization and staff positions to accomplish business objectives.

• Responsible for the successful attainment of production objectives, implementation of policies, and most effective utilization of available resources and facilities.

• Ensure compliance with all legal requirements concerning dairy processing, environmental, safety, and working conditions.

• Ensures effective communication between shifts and other departments by ensuring established communication methods regarding company performance and safety.

• Assist in designing, improving, and installing equipment and systems to improve plant efficiency and meet plant needs.

• Develop and manage annual budget in such a manner as to achieve the targeted objectives.

• Work with Engineering and Maintenance groups in maximizing output, improving equipment availability, and reducing waste.

Education and Experience:

• BS / MS Preferred
• 5 years' experience in a high volume food or beverage manufacturing environment
• 3 years' experience leading operations department

Skills and Competencies:

• Operations management responsibility in a 7X24 operation

• Budgeting and planning experience required

• Must have managed other operational functions such as projects, processing, and packaging

• Proficient in MS Office

• Strong problem solving skills

• Continuous Improvement Leader, demonstrated experience with Lean concepts, Six Sigma, etc.

• Demonstrated experience in building high performing teams

• Experience with processing, filling, and packaging

• Familiarity with food and beverage, state and federal various regulations, and working with regulatory agencies