Director of Operations

Description

The Director of Operations will lead multiple regional facilities, ensuring they operate efficiently, safely, and profitably. This role oversees all aspects of plant operations including safety, quality, production, warehousing, grain handling, and maintenance, with a focus on continuous improvement and implementing lean manufacturing principles. The ideal candidate will possess extensive flour milling experience, strong leadership abilities, and a drive to foster a culture of safety, excellence, and innovation.

Director of Operations Responsibilities:

• Lead operational management across multiple facilities, including Richmond, UT and Preston, ID, with P&L responsibility.
• Oversee and manage large-scale capital projects (e.g., $40M expansions) and new product launches.
• Drive production efficiency, safety, quality, and customer satisfaction goals.
• Implement and maintain best practices in lean manufacturing, GMPs, food safety, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Manage daily operations to meet or exceed safety standards, quality benchmarks, yield targets, and cost objectives.
• Coach, develop, and mentor operation managers and department leaders to improve performance and professional growth.
• Promote an empowered, safety-focused culture with open communication and teamwork.
• Utilize data-driven tools, statistical analysis, and visualization techniques to monitor KPIs and optimize processes.
• Collaborate closely with engineering, technical milling, and supply chain teams to improve process efficiency.
• Oversee budgeting, cost control, and P&L management to ensure financial targets are met.
• Foster a proactive environment aligned with company values and strategic growth initiatives.
• Ensure all facilities adhere to safety regulations and provide a safe, healthy work environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred and/or 8-10 years’ relevant job experience (or equivalent experience).
• Proven success managing large-scale operations and P&L responsibility.
• Extensive experience in flour milling, grain management, and related process optimization.
• Strong leadership, communication, coaching, and team-building skills.
• Demonstrated expertise in lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, data analysis, and visualization tools.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with physical demands and variable climate conditions.
• Demonstrated leadership with scheduling and process optimization for bulk loading/unloading, warehouse, and/or packaging operation.

Working Conditions:

• Physical effort required, working on concrete floors, lifting, and standing for extended periods.
• Exposure to noise, dust, temperature fluctuations, and manufacturing hazards.
• Climbing ladders and working in extreme weather conditions may be necessary.

Benefits:

• Medical Insurance (first day of the month after starting date)
• Health Savings, and or Flexible Spending Account
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance and AD&D, Employer Paid
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Accident Insurance, optional
• Critical Illness Insurance, optional
• 401K, Employer Match
• PTO & Vacation Pay
• 9 Paid Holidays
• Company Product Discounts
• Tuition Reimbursement, up to $5,000.00 per calendar year
• Maternity/Paternity/Adoption Leave
• Company Incentive Plan
• Bereavement Pay
• Relocation Available

Utah Flour Milling is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, pregnancy, leave status, disability, veteran status, genetic information and/or any other characteristic or status protected by national, federal, state, or local law. #UFMUT

Salary : $160,000 - $200,000