Operations Manager

Company Overview:

Pete and Gerry’s is dedicated to the humane treatment of animals, sustainability, and the restoration of the small family farm to the American landscape. Our farming model provides opportunities for family farms to remain in business, from the organic grain farmers who supply our feed to the families across the country that produce our eggs. Best of all, it allows us to provide you and your family with safe, wholesome, organic, free range eggs at a fair price.

Position Overview:

Under the direction of the Plant Manager, the 2nd shift Operations Manager will be responsible for directing and coordinating all aspects of processing of raw material to a finished product to support the daily processing plans of the Greencastle facility. The Operations Manager will collaborate closely with the Processing Supervisor, Maintenance Supervisor, Quality Supervisor, and Warehouse Supervisor to meet processing demands. This role is the point person for processing, quality, inventory, and sanitation activities and personnel during 2nd shift. The Operations Manager will report to the Plant Manager.

Position Responsibilities:

• Plan, schedule, and coordinate the processing of high quality, safe, and cost-effective product
• Provide leadership to create an environment committed to quality, food safety, team member safety, and positive team member relations
• Monitor all operations to evaluate yields, efficiency, labor utilization, and product quality, and take corrective actions as necessary to ensure continuous improvement of processes and procedures
• Coordinate with Maintenance Supervisor for preventive maintenance and repair of equipment and facilities
• Develop and implement methods of achieving plant goals within established parameters
• Coordinate with outside vendors to ensure proper facility maintenance and sanitation
• Foster a safe work environment and ensure that all safety policies are complied with and hazards are addressed
• Maintain and enforce monthly safety trainings; instilling company goal of zero accidents
• Enforce consistent, fair, and inclusive employment practices; Collaborate with Human Resources to administer company policies and procedures, address labor needs, and resolve staffing issues
• Communicate and monitor specific expectations for supervision and team members
• Ensure compliance with GMP, SQF, HACCP, SOP, EEO, OSHA, USDA, and other applicable laws and standards
• Establish and maintain positive working relationship with USDA representatives, auditors, suppliers, and other management members
• Perform other related responsibilities, as needed, to support company business objectives
• Manage 4-5 leads directly and approximately up to 40-50 team members all on 2nd shift.
• Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with company policies and applicable State and Federal laws
• Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring and training associates, planning, assigning, and directing work, performance appraisals, rewarding and disciplining associates, addressing employee issues and resolving problems
• Communicating on a daily basis with the Plant Manager, Processing Supervisor, and Shipping Supervisor.
• All issues or non-conformances related to quality assurance or food safety must immediately be reported to the Quality Assurance Manager or departmental supervisor/manager for communication with the Quality Assurance Manager

Position Requirements:

• Minimum of 7 years’ experience in manufacturing or food processing industry, including 5 years in management, with a demonstrated track to record of accomplishments
• Demonstrated ability to work well with and guide other people effectively, and to positively influence the attitude and performance of team members
• Attention to detail and uncompromising concern for quality and food safety
• Strong mechanical, technical, and analytical ability, including strong problem-solving skills and solid judgment
• Strong mathematical, written, and oral communication skills
• Well organized and self-directed
• HACCP certified preferred

Preferred Skills:

• Bilingual English & Spanish a plus
• Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and Explorer
• Ability to work a flexible schedule and extended hours

Physical Requirements:

• Tasks require long periods of walking and standing, minimal sitting up to 12 to 14 hours
• Tasks require stooping, bending, kneeling, occasional crawling
• Regularly required to use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms
• Requires regular use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and scanner/copier
• Requires occasional use of hand tools and power equipment
• This role is regularly required to talk, see, and hear
• Vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust to focus
• Normal Processing Plant environment with controlled climate
• Exposure to fluorescent lighting
• Normal Processing environment noise (any exposure to noise above 85 dbl requires hearing protection)
• Some travel may be required

Company Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Maternity and Paternity leave
• Paid holidays
• Paid sick time
• Paid vacation time
• 401(k) retirement plan with 4% employer match
• Footwear reimbursement
• Free eggs each week
• Free breakfast on Monday’s
• Opportunities for advancement
• Great company culture

Pete and Gerry’s Organics is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to continually creating inclusive environments for all of our employees.