F&S Fresh Foods · 15 hours ago
Director Operations
Clackamas, OR
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$135K/yr - $175K/yr
5+ years expF&S Fresh Foods, headquartered in Vineland, NJ, is a leader in fresh-cut fruit, vegetables, and meal solutions distribution. They are seeking a Director of Operations to maximize efficiency and continuous improvement in their fast-paced manufacturing environment, overseeing employee life cycle, production, food safety compliance, and client satisfaction.
AgricultureDeliveryFood and Beverage
Hiring Manager
Jill Fleming CHRL, SHRM-SCP
Responsibilities
Manages a team of Managers and Supervisors to achieve operational vision and goals in an efficient manner
Provides leadership to the management team and sets expectations to ensure that the mission and core values of the company are put into practice. Fosters a success-oriented accountable environment within the company
Responsible for all aspects and objectives of business success through strategic and operational planning, P&L for the site, compliance, and support services related to the manufacturing site
Has a good understanding of the root causes of poor performance. Actively coaches, trains and develops team in understanding the root cause of poor KPI delivery, employee and team performance, and the implementation of Process Control methods to consistently sustain positive KPI's
Present and report site results, KPI’s, shortages, materials, waste, staffing, energy, pending workorders, etc
Understands KPI's and is experienced in the use of measurement tools, analyzing data, and implementing corrective actions to drive results. Team is expected to consistently meets targets
Responsible for driving culinary excellence including continuous improvement, safety, production optimization, guiding and leading differentiated development, production, and financial outcomes to meet budget targets and stakeholder expectations. . .Manages site contractors and Agency obligations for compliance and completion to specifications. Ensuring that all food safety, .USDA, and QA related activities are carried out in compliance with local, state, and Federal regulations and laws governing business operations
Lead initiatives and employee engagement to foster a safe, collaborative, and team-oriented culture
Responsible for the supervision, planning, organizing, and directing of production activities and employee placement/training/development. Schedules staff based upon production demand. Works closely with the Operations Manager to ensure that production goals are met, including efficiency, hours, and safety
Exercise Process Controls for efficiencies. Ensure the team understands process control programs and consistently completes start-up and process control reports. Actively trains, coaches and develops team production expectations, quality specifications, line balancing, waste, changeovers, and start up processes and reporting
Ensure team delivers daily huddles to review what worked well, safely, process control measures, events and activities to set employee expectations. Ensures related paperwork is completed in a timely manner
Qualification
Required
A degree or certificates in Business, Food Safety, Culinary Arts, Procurement/Buying
A Minimum (5) years' experience in a production supervisor or management role, preferable in a chilled food manufacturing environment, within a fast-paced business
Ability to apply common math formulas in all units of measure for reporting
Experience working in a food manufacturing environment applying common processes, procedures, and equipment or Produce/Fruit related operational or fields experience, with a good understanding of produce seasonality
1 year or more experience applying HACCP and enforcing routine Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP's) and in a food environment is essential
Experience working in a continuous improvement environment and demonstrated delivery through change
Proficient computer skills and experience using Microsoft Suite applications to include Excel and Excellent analytical skills
Ability to lead a team of Supervisors and team members with positive results and outcomes
Excellent communicator, verbally and in writing
Excellent organizational skills with the ability and initiative to multi-task throughout the day
Good understanding of all continuous improvement production techniques
Demonstrated ability to be a team player
Ability to motivate others to work routine and monotonous processes and stand for extended periods of time
Ability to work in a cold / damp environment and stand for extended periods
Must have a good understanding of English
Preferred
Certified in HACCP, Food Handling or other related training or education is preferred
Knowledge of large-scale food business start-up is helpful
Bilingual (Spanish) speaking skills are helpful
Benefits
Competitive compensation package
A robust health and welfare benefits package that includes Life, Health, Dental, Vision
The opportunity to plan for the future with a strong 401(K) including company match
Time to recharge with Paid Time Off annually + Paid Holidays
Career Advancement opportunities and Tuition Assistance to help you achieve your goals and continue your career growth.
Company
F&S Fresh Foods
F&S Fresh Foods is a supplier that offers fresh-cut fruits, vegetables, and meal solutions to customers on a daily basis.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Lori Maddalena
Chief Financial Officer
Colin Turner
Chief Strategy Officer
Recent News
2024-04-09
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