LSG Sky Chefs · 1 week ago
Operations Manager - Assembly
Portland, OR
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
3+ years expLSG Sky Chefs is one of the world’s largest airline catering and hospitality providers, known for its outstanding reputation and dynamic approach in the industry. As an Assembly Manager, you’ll oversee all aspects of a department’s operations within the Customer Service Center, ensuring that every flight is catered accurately, efficiently, and safely while mentoring and growing teams.
Food Production
Responsibilities
Strategically plan and manage daily operations including labor hours, schedules, productivity, and safety
Lead with a mentorship mindset, fostering growth and development within your team
Drive cost control through effective manpower planning and overtime management
Ensure compliance with customer specifications, FDA, HACCP, OSHA, USDA, and other regulatory standards
Oversee accurate and timely production of food and equipment for flight catering
Investigate and resolve customer quality issues with corrective actions
Maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders
Lead daily operations briefings and cross-functional collaboration
Manage inventory and ensure proper handling of company and customer-owned merchandise
Supervise the sorting, wrapping, and packing of airline dry goods, liquor, and equipment
Ensure sanitation standards are met across all production areas
Recruit, train, and develop team members in alignment with HR policies
Champion continuous improvement through Lean Manufacturing and Global Performance System (GPS) initiatives
Monitor and manage departmental budget, initiating corrective actions as needed
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience preferred
3–5 years of leadership experience in high-volume production or assembly operations
Strong understanding of variable production systems and labor cost drivers
Proven ability to lead change and improve processes in a fast-paced environment
Excellent communication, training, and interpersonal skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Windows-based applications
Demonstrated success in meeting customer expectations and regulatory compliance
Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision – Eligible Day 1!
Employer-Paid Life Insurance & AD&D – Eligible Day 1!
Tuition Reimbursement Program
Vacation, Sick, and Holiday Pay
401(k) with Company Match
Free Meals & Parking
Membership to American Airlines Credit Union
Real Opportunities for Advancement
Company
LSG Sky Chefs
LSG Sky Chefs is the market leader in airline catering.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Chelsea Graham
Senior Recruiment Buisness Partner
Melanie Rau
Human Resources Business Partner
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