TITLE: Operations Manager LOCATION: Plover, Wisconsin REPORTS TO: Plant Manager Ingredion is is currently recruiting for the position of Operations Manager at the Plover, Wisconsin plant. This position is responsible for the safety, quality, environmental, production, and cost performance of the operations. This role provides leadership for manufacturing, maintenance and warehouse associates; to create a results oriented, high performance culture. As a key member of the plant leadership team, the Operations Manager participates in developing the longer-term strategy to continuously improve all areas of operational responsibilities. Operations Manager responsibilities include: Manage operations team to consistently meet the operating plan. Manages associate workforce of 20 process operators, 4 maintenance technicians and 1 warehouse associate. Partner with Plant Manager to develop and manage $2.2 MM/yr site budget for all spend. Create, execute, and report on action plans to drive out variances, while forecasting variances in future periods. Report on plant output to and communicate concerns regarding future delivery to site leadership. Work with Production Coordinator on SKU specific production plan to ensure viability of the plan, and validate that resources are adequately deployed to deliver it. Ensure accurate and timely reporting of all Quality metrics and incidents to all relevant leadership. Represent Ingredion to 3rd party agencies and customer auditors. Use Root Cause Analysis, Failure Mode and Equipment Analysis, and 3P tools to prevent future or recurring failures, and injuries or incidents. Set strategy, KPIs, and deliverables for continuous improvement toward the journey to become an injury free workplace. Ensure accurate and timely reporting of all EHSS metrics and incidents to all relevant leadership. Drive Near Miss Team performance in each unit. Participate in the Site Safety Steering Committee Identify opportunities to streamline operations to prove OEE and yield while reducing waste and lower costs. Identify technologies and methodologies in the greater industry that apply to the site and develop strategies for implementation. Coordinate with Supply Chain, Engineering and Maintenance to remove obstacles and drive continuous improvement to achieve annual production of 35 MM lbs. The Operations Manager is well-suited for you if you: Generate a committed, efficient and team-oriented attitude/philosophy and performance within the area of operations Coordinate with Human Resources to manage the hourly workforce in compliance with the employee handbook. Identify and leverage opportunities to streamline the workforce to drive synergies, reducing costs, and increasing efficiency. Identify high performers and recommend ongoing development opportunities for those people. Ensure that the site is properly staffed, without excess headcount while monitoring and controlling overtime. Qualified candidates will have: People leadership experience preferred 4-year degree (minimum) Strong leadership traits, with demonstrated success. Knowledge of OSHA and FDA regulations Good computer skills. Relocation Available? Yes/Within Region We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. Ingredion seeks to provide a work environment that is free from harassment and discrimination. We will not tolerate any form of discrimination based on race, color, religion, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, handicap or disability—mental or physical—marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability resulting from military service, or any other classification protected by law (“protected classifications”). We are committed to establishing and maintaining a work environment where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. Relocation Available: Yes, Within Region Ingredion is a leading global ingredients solutions company. We make sweeteners, starches, nutrition ingredients and biomaterials that are used by customers in everyday products from foods and beverages to paper and pharmaceuticals. We turn grains, fruits, vegetables and other plant materials into ingredients that make crackers crunchy, candy sweet, yogurt creamy, lotions and creams silky, plastics biodegradable and tissues softer and stronger. Our innovative ingredient solutions help customers stay on trend with simple ingredients and gluten-free or high-fiber foods that appeal to today's consumers. Grounded in our values of Care First, Be Preferred, Everyone Belongs, Innovate Boldly and Owner's Mindset, we employ approximately 12,000 employees around the world. 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