Operations Manager 2nd shift

2nd Shift Operations Manager

The 2nd Shift Operations Manager leads and directs production operations to meet customer requirements while achieving key performance standards related to cost, efficiency, safety, quality, and productivity. This role translates departmental goals into actionable execution plans, establishes performance standards, and ensures consistent results across the operation.

This position is responsible for developing and coaching Production Supervisors, driving best-in-class service in support of Sales, and ensuring operational excellence during off-shift hours. On non-standard shifts, the Operations Manager may oversee additional functional areas and serve as the primary point of contact for the facility.

All responsibilities must be carried out in full compliance with company policies, including Quality and Food Safety standards, GMPs, OSHA, FDA regulations, and safety policies.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead production teams to meet safety, quality, efficiency, and cost objectives
• Establish and drive challenging performance standards for individuals and the facility
• Coach and develop Production Supervisors to improve line utilization, efficiency, and quality
• Manage direct and indirect controllable costs to achieve cost index targets
• Track KPIs and operational costs, anticipate trends, and implement corrective actions
• Ensure equipment reliability to minimize downtime and production interruptions
• Oversee hiring, training, employee relations, and performance management for salaried and hourly teams
• Maintain Profit & Loss (P&L) responsibility for assigned operational areas
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, FDA, OSHA, and GMP regulations
• Prepare and execute production scheduling, planning, and control activities
• Monitor production performance, identify variances, and implement corrective actions
• Analyze forecasted demand, identify constraints, and develop solutions
• Translate the Annual Operating Plan and business initiatives into actionable manufacturing plans
• Implement national and company-wide initiatives related to productivity, inventory control, warehousing, and cost management
• Utilize Microsoft Office and other required systems to track and report performance
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a high-speed manufacturing environment
• Minimum 2 years of supervisory or management experience
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and manufacturing systems
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, changing environment
• Fluent in English (spoken and written)
• Experience in consumer packaging goods, food & beverage, or similar manufacturing industries preferred

Supervisory Responsibility

• Directly supervises exempt, professional, and/or hourly employees

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Pay: $105,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Operations Manager in food/beverage manufacturing: 5 years (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $105,000 - $120,000