Kansas, KS, USA
6 days ago
Operations Manager - Hutchinson, KS
Operations Manager- Hutchinson, KS
This is a full-time salary exempt position

Position Summary
Lead the day to day operations of the flavored/unflavored production and packaging departments. This position reports to the site plant manager and is accountable for meeting safety, food safety, production and cost management requirements.

Job ResponsibilitiesEnsure operators are properly trained to perform daily tasks as per safety and food safety procedures.Drive safety engagement within operations team.Provide mentorship, accountability and disciplinary support as necessary.Communicate with both shifts on a daily basis to ensure adherence to production requirementsVerify daily production and complete manufacturing tickets.Coach, counsel, and address performance gaps with team members including annual performance review.Verify weekly payroll punches.Liaison with HCF (Hutchinson Correctional Facility) with appropriate and timely communication regarding schedules and special requests for work release team members.Establish and maintain staffing requirements to meet facility needs.Ensure master sanitation schedule stays on track.Embrace owner’s mentality by effectively managing safety, food safety, productivity, costs and yield to drive continuous improvement.Develop and facilitate a robust shift hand off to ensure proper communication between outgoing and the oncoming shift.Facilitate efficient production scheduling for Ultra Soy and Imagic production.Facilitate the logistics of flour delivery (quantity and timing) to meet production schedule requirements.Position RequirementsA Bachelors degree (preferred) in a science or similar area.5+ years experience in a food manufacturing environment in a leadership role.Strong communication skills displaying an ability to present expectations and hold team members accountable to company and facility goals.Ability to trouble shoot and problem solve manufacturing systems.Continuous Improvement mindsetAbility to work in an environment that can be dusty, dirty, hot and noisy and may require climbing stairs and ladders.Ability to prioritize workloadMake decisions in a fair and professional mannerExcited about this role but don’t meet every requirement listed? Studies show that often applicants will self-select out if they don’t check every box. We encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this role or another one of our openings.

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