Associate Director, Manufacturing

<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>💰 Pay Range: $167,500/yr. – $195,750/yr. based on experience and qualifications.</strong></p> <p>The Associate Director, Manufacturing is responsible for overseeing production, sanitation, operations training, and staff scheduling through a team of functional managers and supervisors – it's important to emphasize that your role may adapt to meet the evolving needs of our business.&nbsp; The successful candidate will be accountable for all aspects of plant performance, utilizing continuous improvement strategies, and will ensure that objectives are attained in a cost-effective manner that is consistent with our company values. The Associate Director, Manufacturing will have overall responsibility for safety, productivity, continuous improvement, capital start up and employee engagement.</p> <p><strong><u>ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:&nbsp;</u></strong></p> <p><strong>&nbsp;</strong><strong>Leadership &amp; Workforce Management</strong></p> <ul> <li>Oversee 5 direct reports through functional managers and supervisors and lead an overall team of more than 300, including 12 exempt leaders.</li> <li>Coach, direct, and mentor staff to ensure manufacturing objectives are accomplished in a timely and cost-effective manner.</li> <li>Maintain an engaged and team-oriented workforce to meet business demands.</li> <li>Ensure plant personnel engagement through clear and consistent communication.</li> <li>Oversee cultural change initiatives and continually seek improvement of the plant’s competitive advantage.</li> </ul> <p><strong>&nbsp;</strong><strong>Manufacturing Operations &amp; Continuous Improvement</strong></p> <ul> <li>Direct, drive, and manage plant operations for production with a focus on operating efficiency (OEE) and SQF production.</li> <li>Act as a change leader by implementing, leading, and sustaining a Lean manufacturing culture aligned with the annual business plan.</li> <li>Provide leadership in problem resolution to enable rapid improvement and stronger working relationships.</li> </ul> <p><strong>&nbsp;</strong><strong>Safety, Quality &amp; Compliance</strong></p> <ul> <li>Communicate potential and actual food safety issues to key personnel and lead corrective action processes.</li> <li>Serve as a core leader of the plant safety team.</li> <li>Ensure manufacturing operations comply with local, state, and federal regulations and governing laws.</li> <li>Enforce company standards for cost control, waste reduction, quality, OSHA compliance, safety, and complete and on-time delivery.</li> </ul> <p><strong>&nbsp;</strong><strong>Financial &amp; Performance Management</strong></p> <ul> <li>Develop, own, and execute departmental budgets.</li> <li>Design a manufacturing structure that minimizes labor and overtime costs.</li> <li>Drive cost-effective controls over operating expenses, wages, and manpower through MES utilization and partnership with Finance.</li> <li>Track yields, labor, and operating expenses using performance metrics to drive data-based decisions.</li> </ul> <p><strong>&nbsp;</strong><strong>Cross-Functional Collaboration &amp; Asset Management</strong></p> <ul> <li>Partner with R&amp;D and Marketing to develop profitable, market-winning products.</li> <li>Collaborate with Supply Chain on short- and long-term production scheduling.</li> <li>Work closely with Maintenance and Engineering to ensure effective facilities, equipment, and capital improvements.</li> </ul> <p><strong>&nbsp;</strong><strong>Additional Responsibilities</strong></p> <ul> <li>Perform other related duties as assigned.</li> <li>In the Associate Director’s absence, the Operations Manager will assume responsibilities.</li> </ul> <p><strong><u>EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:&nbsp;</u></strong></p> <ul> <li>Bachelor’s degree in agriculture, animal science, industrial engineering, business or related field and 10+ years' experience in progressive leadership roles required.</li> <li>Manufacturing knowledge and understanding of yield, labor, plant efficiencies, and operations procedures required</li> <li>Solid understanding of OSHA, USDA and food safety regulations required.</li> <li>Bi-Lingual, preferred (English &amp; Portuguese, or English &amp; Spanish)</li> <li>Minimum of 10 years’ manufacturing experience, preferably meat processing.</li> <li>Demonstrated success as a change agent and developing and implementing continuous improvements and initiatives.</li> <li>Demonstrated success in assessing, developing, and retaining top talent.</li> <li>Proven ability to drive process improvements, adhere to budgets, and maintain regulatory compliance.</li> <li>Proven ability to lead with the following key competencies: managing change, critical thinking, continuous cost focus, technical expertise, influence, and delivery of sustainable results.</li> <li>Past successful experience as a Maintenance and/or Operations Manager preferred.</li> <li>Ability to manage conflict and display excellent diplomacy skills in handling situations which can be disruptive to the organization’s business development.</li> </ul> <p><strong><u>PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND ENVIRONMENT:&nbsp;</u></strong></p> <ul> <li>Able to sit / stand for prolonged periods at a desk and working on a computer.</li> </ul> <ul> <li>Must be able to lift up to fifteen pounds.</li> <li>The noise level in the office environment is typically moderate.</li> <li>Must be able to travel 10% of the time and work nights &amp; weekends.</li> <li>Company provided Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) must be worn while on the production floor</li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p><div class="content-conclusion"><h4><span style="text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(230, 94, 34);"><strong>Exciting Benefits Await You!</strong></span></h4> <ul> <li>Enjoy top-tier Medical, Dental, Vision coverage.</li> <li>Pamper your furry friends with Pet Insurance.</li> <li>Stay fit with our Wellness Plan and Gym Reimbursement.</li> <li>Boost your skills with Employee Tuition Reimbursement.</li> <li>Unlock endless opportunities with College Scholarship for dependents.</li> <li>Reap the Rewards of Our Bonus Program Available to Our Salary and Hourly Employees.</li> <li>Receive a Generous 401k Company Match.</li> <li>Take advantage of Competitive Paid Time Off.</li> <li>Elevate Your Safety Net with Company-Sponsored Life Insurance Coverage.</li> <li>Receive Relocation Assistance for a Smooth Transition.</li> <li>Earn Rewards through our Employee Bonus Referral Program.</li> <li>Elevate Your Workplace Experience with Community Impact Opportunities.</li> <li>Celebrate Together with Team Events and Seasonal Workplace Gatherings.</li> </ul> <p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: 14pt;"><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}">&nbsp;</span></span><span style="font-size: 14pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Opportunity Calls! Unsure if you meet all requirements? Don't hesitate, apply!</strong></span></span></p> <p>Our recruitment process is prompt and transparent. Your resume will receive swift attention from our talent professionals. If chosen, you'll undergo a recruiter phone screen, followed by interviews with key team members. We value your potential.</p> <p>At Home Market Foods, we champion equal opportunities for all, prohibiting discrimination based on race, religion, gender, and more. Our commitment extends across all aspects of employment, ensuring a fair and inclusive workplace.&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong><em>At this time, Home Market Foods will not sponsor applicants for employment authorization for this position for the following work visas: STEM OPT EAD, H-1B, H-1B1, E-3, O-1, J-1, or TN</em></strong></p></div>