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Director of Operations
Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area · Full Time
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- Experience
- 15+ yrs
- Salary
- —
- Openings
- 1
- Posted
- 4 days ago
- Work mode
- In office
- Education
- BA/BS (minimum), MS/MBA preferred
- Resume
- Required to apply
Job description
Role Overview
A major food manufacturing company is looking to hire a Director of Operations to join its senior leadership team. This position demands an analytically strong leader responsible for overseeing daily operations at a plant with over 1500 employees. The role encompasses budget management, ensuring compliance with operational and safety standards, and handling administrative duties.
Key Duties
- Oversee all functions of a large food production facility employing more than 1500 staff.
- Provide guidance, support, and development to the management team.
- Ensure full adherence to safety protocols as well as food quality and safety standards.
- Evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of all operational and management processes including budget oversight.
- Contribute to strategic planning and growth initiatives as part of the executive leadership.
- Lead and facilitate cross-departmental projects and initiatives.
Candidate Profile
- Minimum of a bachelor's degree; advanced degrees such as a master's or MBA are preferred.
- At least 15 years of experience in food manufacturing plant leadership, including a minimum of 2 years as a plant manager or director.
- Experience managing large-scale manufacturing operations with over 1000 personnel.
- Familiarity with USDA regulations, especially within meat or frozen food sectors.
- Proficiency in strategic planning and proven success in fostering productive organizational cultures.
- Commitment to continuous process improvement.
- Spanish language skills are advantageous.
Additional Information
The company provides assistance with relocation for this role.