Responsibilities:

• Formulates or approves short- or long-term operating objectives in areas such as cost reduction, quality, and new product integration as undertaken at the plant level.
• Lead trouble shooting of formulation and process deviations, assuring corrective actions are implemented in a timely and effective manner.
• Responsible for the manufacture of safe quality foods that meet the requirements of all regulatory agencies and our customers
• Oversee all Operational aspects of Manufacturing, Distribution, Facilities, Personnel, and compliance.
• Manages individual bakery operating budget to align with company budgetary expectations.
• Implements, plans, and schedules to assure achievement of appropriate volume of production ensuring product meets targeted return on assets employed and contribution to sales and profits.
• Defines and directs the administration plant or facility policies within the framework and intent of the company's manufacturing charter.
• Ensures product quality meets established standards and that costs are within budget.
• Assists in the development and implementation of capital plans related to production improvement or expansion.
• Establishes and maintains favorable plant/facility company and community relationships through active participation in community affairs.
• Directs the maintenance of a safe and healthy working environment by eliminating hazards, training employees, and promoting safety awareness.
• Manages and/or provides appropriate support for support functions such as accounting/finance human resources information technology.
• Directs trains and develops subordinates.
• Holds each department accountable for the performance of their respective operation, including all reporting, deadlines and outcomes.
• Sets and monitors KPIs while developing and supporting operational strategies.

Qualifications

• Lean Mfg, Continuous Improvement, or TPM experience
• 10 years related experience (food or beverage manufacturing)
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience preferred.
• Knowledge of Food Safety, Associate SafetyPrograms/Systems HAACP, GMPs etc. Sanitation and Plant Maintenance.
• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
• Experience in food manufacturing required
• Ability to multitask, work in a fast-paced environment and interact with all levels, from operational employees to executive representatives.