Factor_ · 2 hours ago
Operations Manager, Production
Burr Ridge, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$94K/yr - $105K/yr
5+ years expFactor_, a brand of HelloFresh, is seeking an Operations Manager, Production to lead daily activities in a high-volume production kitchen and fulfillment center. The role involves managing operational logistics, building a strong team, and driving continuous improvement while ensuring a positive workplace culture for over 100 employees.
Food and BeverageFood DeliveryFood ProcessingNutritionPersonal HealthRestaurantsWellness
Responsibilities
Build & establish a strong team with a leadership pipeline; coach and develop talent within each functional area of fulfillment (Kitchen, Prepping, Plating, Food Safety & Quality and Fulfillment)
Develop trust, credibility, effective and collaborative relationships with Factor_ peers and direct reports
Be the liaison between the site operations and other functions within Headquarters, helping your team to identify the key priorities for the site
Develop high standards for execution to meet all KPI’s & financial metrics while supporting your team in achieving daily, weekly, monthly and annual goals
Ensure adequate communication of company goals and priorities to Production Center team, including leading monthly meetings to engage and inspire a diverse, growing workforce
Drive continuous improvement when it comes to Safety, Quality, Cost, and Delivery
Create a positive team dynamic that encourages all employees in the production center to:
Provide timely feedback to direct/indirect reports
Drive positive change within the facility
Adapt to the ever-changing business needs and ensure that the team does the same
Actively listen and accept feedback; convey ideas and/or concerns; communicate and hold operators accountable to the Factor_ brand, KPI’s, and culture
Qualification
Required
5+ years of management experience leading an industrial kitchen or production operations center; preferably in food service or food production
Bachelor's Degree required - Master's preferred
Ability to think strategically and communicate at the executive level, coupled with top-notch organizational skills and an attention to detail
Familiarity with FSMA, HACCP, SQF
Proficient in both English and Spanish
Demonstrated ability to effectively motivate, develop and manage 100+ employees a day - our culture is a critical part of our success, and you are directly responsible for driving it
Deep knowledge of Lean and Agile Production
Comprehensive background in Prepping, Cooking, Plating, Food Safety & Quality and Fulfillment
Interest in spending most of your time on the shop floor and working directly with all levels of staff
Demonstrated success at delivering new product initiatives in both a large company and start-up environments
Preferred
APICS CPIM or CSCP certification (preferred)
Benefits
Competitive hourly rate, 401K company match that vests immediately upon participation, & team bonus opportunities
Generous PTO and flexible attendance policy
Comprehensive health and wellness benefits with options at $0 monthly, effective first day of employment
Up to 85% discount on subscriptions to HelloFresh meal plans (HelloFresh, Green Chef, Everyplate, and Factor_)
Access to Employee Resource Groups that are open to all employees, including those pertaining to BIPOC, women, veterans, parents, and LGBTQ+
Inclusive, collaborative, and dynamic work environment within a fast-paced, mission-driven company that is disrupting the traditional food supply chain
Company
Factor_
Factor_ is a subscription-based prepared meal delivery service that delivers dietitian-designed, chef-crafted meals.
501-1000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
Factor_ has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2022 (2)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$2.95MKey Investors
Marcy Venture PartnersBridge BankListen
2020-11-23Acquired
2020-07-01Series B
2019-12-05Debt Financing
Leadership Team
Nick Wernimont
CEO/Founder, Chief Health & Performance Strategist & father of 4
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