Title: Sr Operations Manager

Location: Swedesboro, NJ

Job Type: Full-time

5 years of experience in the bakery (bread and/or artisan bread is a huge plus!)

Responsibilities:

• Perform continuous improvement reviews to enhance production efficiency.
• Collaborate with management and team to analyze production runs and recommend improvements.
• Create and maintain production schedules, authorizing schedule changes and substituting materials as needed.
• Incorporate new customer orders into the production process promptly.
• Analyze and reduce scrap levels to meet efficiency targets.
• Ensure proper functioning of mechanical equipment.
• Collaborate with internal resources such as Human Resources, Quality, and Maintenance.
• Authorize/manage ad hoc staffing as needed.
• Review variance analyses and evaluate performance against standards and budget.
• Analyze causes of variances and implement procedures to improve performance.
• Ensure continuous readiness for Plant and food safety audits.
• Conduct internal readiness audits to meet industry standards.
• Foster cooperation and goal achievement among departmental staff.
• Ensure consistent interpretation and application of policies and procedures.
• Set standards for safety and ensure adherence to accident/loss prevention and security policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned or required.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience.
• 5-7 years of manufacturing experience, including supervisory experience.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and team-building skills.
• Good presentation skills.
• Proficient in Excel, Word, and SAP inventory applications.
• Manufacturing experience in the baking industry preferred.
• Experience in handling dough, sheeting, and freezer operations preferred.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret documents.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Willingness to travel as needed.