Manna Beverages and Ventures
Director, Operations Center of Excellence
Manna Beverages and Ventures, Anaheim, California, United States, 92808
Job Details
Shifts:
day
Location:
West Sacramento or Anaheim,California or Indianapolis, Indiana
Salary: $150,000-$190,000/DOE
Medical benefits-eligible first of the month following 28 days of employment. All other benefits-eligible first of the month following 90 days of employment.
Position Overview : Manna Beverages, a dynamic and growing company, is seeking a Director, Operations COE. In this key leadership role, plan, organize, direct, and control the course of operations and maintenance by integrating and coordinating operations functions and processes with business goals across the enterprise. Maintain profitable operations by controlling inventory, losses, accidents and safety, etc. Seek synergies and best practices to develop and implement new methods to improve productivity or improve customer service. In this key leadership role, you will oversee critical functions that enhance equipment efficiency, maintenance and facilities. Reporting to the President in the interim, you will play a pivotal role in guiding strategic decisions by evaluating growth opportunities and risks.
Language Skills:
English proficiency required. Spanish is a plus.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
None.
Amount of Travel Involved
:
75%.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
:Oversee all manufacturing operations to ensure they meet the strategic company goals to include, safety, quality standards, customer requirements, financial and operational efficiency.Monitor and report key performance indicators (KPIs) equipment operationsWork closely with plant management and leadership on company goals and strategic actions to improve performance and supportive innovation.Implements best practices in Maintenance to preserve assets, improve equipment reliability and uptimeEnsures prompt and cost-effective solutions are implemented for unanticipated maintenance requirements.Directs the operation and repair of mechanical and electrical equipment for all facilities.Recommends modifications to existing capital equipment and physical plant facilities.Work closely with Engineering team concerning improvements / upgrades to existing equipment centers and overall line efficiency. Ensure the plant maintenance team is trained on all new & upgraded equipment.Align with Engineering on ALL new Capital projects to ensure seamless integration into plant operations. All required training is completed by OEM's prior to project completion sign off.Manages and directs automation and process improvement goals and objectives for assigned plants to ensure that productivity and efficiency goals and objectives are met.Lead strategic business planning initiatives in collaboration with other departments.Build reliable capacity models with glidepaths to support businessImplement lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement initiativesOptimize production processes to improve efficiency and reduce costsAssist to ensure, suggested innovation and improvements are compliant and supportive to all state and regulatory requirementsAssist with tasks related to safety and environmental systems.Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing operations teamFoster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and innovationOwn all manufacturing and maintenance spendsYou will have accountability for manufacturing operations, plant design, strategy, policy creation and automation.Implement, own, and refine processes, KPI's and scorecards to drive functional accountability and deliver results.Drives effective, proactive maintenance programs to ensure equipment and sites follow progressive preventive maintenance programs and sites are modernized and properly serviced.Oversee the maintenance and repair of all buildings, grounds, and equipment.Manage and direct facility operations, including maintenance and maintenance records, fire system inspections, and security.Assist with tasks related to safety and environmental systems.Implement, own, and refine processes, KPI's and scorecards to drive functional accountability and deliver results.Additional Responsibilities
Implement an Operational Center of Excellence for Manna's PlantWorks collaboratively with divisional peers and President to improve the overall performance of the operating unit while supporting an environment of effective teamwork and collaboration.Collaborates with the sales team in addressing customer relations and service requirements to ensure operations meets or exceeds customer expectations.Coordinate cross-departmental efforts to align with common goals.Set and execute operational goals for staffing, equipment, systems, and processes, addressing both short-term and long-term needs.Manage and track KPIs related to productivity.Collaborate with Finance and Commercial to manage the budget.Develop and implement effective recruitment, training, retention, and career development plans, including regular 1:1 meetings and performance reviews.Champions the utilization and adoption of new technologies and process improvements to increase efficiency and reduce operating costs to support long-term sustainability and growth.Demonstrate strong leadership and maintain positive employee morale.Experience for Success:
Confidence when dealing with a wide variety of people.Ability to take responsibility and handle pressure.Good technical understanding and can pick up new tools quickly.Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.Excellent communication skills and the ability to give clear instructions.Superior people coaching skills.Computer Skills to include Microsoft Excel, Word, as well as PowerPoint.Strong communication and presentation skills.Strong analytical and organizational skills.Ability to influence and lead senior management professionally.Excellent writing skills and highly articulate.Possess strong communication skills.Excellent interpersonal skills, positive attitude and entrepreneurial drive.Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.Ability to work independently on projects in a fast paced environment.Highly motivated, flexible and adaptableAbility to multi-task and meet tight deadlines.Education :
Bachelor's degree in engineering, manufacturing, or a related field (MBA or advanced degree preferred)CPG or FMCG experience is preferredProven experience in a senior operational role within the tough manufacturing industry (experience of multi-plant or plant-level leadership, and/or leading full manufacturing teams of at least several hundred of associates across multiple shifts)Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, lean principles, and quality management systems10+ years hands on experience in manufacturing/management roleKnowledge and understanding of management theory and practices; modern plant engineering principles and practices.Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.Proven track record of achieving financial and operational targets.Able to establish, measure and hold individuals accountable for achieving performance expectations and achieving goals.Strong conflict resolution skills and the ability to constructively confront delicate issues.Effectively coach and develop, delegate and control, motivate and influence, persuade, communicate vision and remove obstacles that slow or prevent the attainment of that vision.Behaviors & Competencies:
Upholds mental, spiritual and physical safetyAsks for and provides feedbackHolds self and others accountableSupportive and collaborative of team membersParticipates in self-development and encourages the development of those who report/to him or her and peersDemonstrates flexibility and desire for growth
Physical Demands:
Physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to, use hands and fingers to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, or balance. The employee is occasionally required to sit and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 25 pounds, occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds. Add statement about help for lifts greater than 50 lbs... see statement added in planning job description. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Must have sufficient mobility to inspect construction projects in the field.
Work Environment:
Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
Employee generally works 50% indoors and 50% outdoors. While performing the duties of this job outdoors, the employee occasionally works in varying weather conditions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; extreme cold and extreme heat. Familiar and capable of working safely within an environment containing powered industrial equipment and uncontrolled climate Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but the employee may occasionally be exposed to high level noises including but not limited to manufacturing equipment.
Manna Beverages is an equal opportunity employer-----M/F/D/V
Shifts:
day
Location:
West Sacramento or Anaheim,California or Indianapolis, Indiana
Salary: $150,000-$190,000/DOE
Medical benefits-eligible first of the month following 28 days of employment. All other benefits-eligible first of the month following 90 days of employment.
Position Overview : Manna Beverages, a dynamic and growing company, is seeking a Director, Operations COE. In this key leadership role, plan, organize, direct, and control the course of operations and maintenance by integrating and coordinating operations functions and processes with business goals across the enterprise. Maintain profitable operations by controlling inventory, losses, accidents and safety, etc. Seek synergies and best practices to develop and implement new methods to improve productivity or improve customer service. In this key leadership role, you will oversee critical functions that enhance equipment efficiency, maintenance and facilities. Reporting to the President in the interim, you will play a pivotal role in guiding strategic decisions by evaluating growth opportunities and risks.
Language Skills:
English proficiency required. Spanish is a plus.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
None.
Amount of Travel Involved
:
75%.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
:Oversee all manufacturing operations to ensure they meet the strategic company goals to include, safety, quality standards, customer requirements, financial and operational efficiency.Monitor and report key performance indicators (KPIs) equipment operationsWork closely with plant management and leadership on company goals and strategic actions to improve performance and supportive innovation.Implements best practices in Maintenance to preserve assets, improve equipment reliability and uptimeEnsures prompt and cost-effective solutions are implemented for unanticipated maintenance requirements.Directs the operation and repair of mechanical and electrical equipment for all facilities.Recommends modifications to existing capital equipment and physical plant facilities.Work closely with Engineering team concerning improvements / upgrades to existing equipment centers and overall line efficiency. Ensure the plant maintenance team is trained on all new & upgraded equipment.Align with Engineering on ALL new Capital projects to ensure seamless integration into plant operations. All required training is completed by OEM's prior to project completion sign off.Manages and directs automation and process improvement goals and objectives for assigned plants to ensure that productivity and efficiency goals and objectives are met.Lead strategic business planning initiatives in collaboration with other departments.Build reliable capacity models with glidepaths to support businessImplement lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement initiativesOptimize production processes to improve efficiency and reduce costsAssist to ensure, suggested innovation and improvements are compliant and supportive to all state and regulatory requirementsAssist with tasks related to safety and environmental systems.Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing operations teamFoster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and innovationOwn all manufacturing and maintenance spendsYou will have accountability for manufacturing operations, plant design, strategy, policy creation and automation.Implement, own, and refine processes, KPI's and scorecards to drive functional accountability and deliver results.Drives effective, proactive maintenance programs to ensure equipment and sites follow progressive preventive maintenance programs and sites are modernized and properly serviced.Oversee the maintenance and repair of all buildings, grounds, and equipment.Manage and direct facility operations, including maintenance and maintenance records, fire system inspections, and security.Assist with tasks related to safety and environmental systems.Implement, own, and refine processes, KPI's and scorecards to drive functional accountability and deliver results.Additional Responsibilities
Implement an Operational Center of Excellence for Manna's PlantWorks collaboratively with divisional peers and President to improve the overall performance of the operating unit while supporting an environment of effective teamwork and collaboration.Collaborates with the sales team in addressing customer relations and service requirements to ensure operations meets or exceeds customer expectations.Coordinate cross-departmental efforts to align with common goals.Set and execute operational goals for staffing, equipment, systems, and processes, addressing both short-term and long-term needs.Manage and track KPIs related to productivity.Collaborate with Finance and Commercial to manage the budget.Develop and implement effective recruitment, training, retention, and career development plans, including regular 1:1 meetings and performance reviews.Champions the utilization and adoption of new technologies and process improvements to increase efficiency and reduce operating costs to support long-term sustainability and growth.Demonstrate strong leadership and maintain positive employee morale.Experience for Success:
Confidence when dealing with a wide variety of people.Ability to take responsibility and handle pressure.Good technical understanding and can pick up new tools quickly.Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.Excellent communication skills and the ability to give clear instructions.Superior people coaching skills.Computer Skills to include Microsoft Excel, Word, as well as PowerPoint.Strong communication and presentation skills.Strong analytical and organizational skills.Ability to influence and lead senior management professionally.Excellent writing skills and highly articulate.Possess strong communication skills.Excellent interpersonal skills, positive attitude and entrepreneurial drive.Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.Ability to work independently on projects in a fast paced environment.Highly motivated, flexible and adaptableAbility to multi-task and meet tight deadlines.Education :
Bachelor's degree in engineering, manufacturing, or a related field (MBA or advanced degree preferred)CPG or FMCG experience is preferredProven experience in a senior operational role within the tough manufacturing industry (experience of multi-plant or plant-level leadership, and/or leading full manufacturing teams of at least several hundred of associates across multiple shifts)Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, lean principles, and quality management systems10+ years hands on experience in manufacturing/management roleKnowledge and understanding of management theory and practices; modern plant engineering principles and practices.Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.Proven track record of achieving financial and operational targets.Able to establish, measure and hold individuals accountable for achieving performance expectations and achieving goals.Strong conflict resolution skills and the ability to constructively confront delicate issues.Effectively coach and develop, delegate and control, motivate and influence, persuade, communicate vision and remove obstacles that slow or prevent the attainment of that vision.Behaviors & Competencies:
Upholds mental, spiritual and physical safetyAsks for and provides feedbackHolds self and others accountableSupportive and collaborative of team membersParticipates in self-development and encourages the development of those who report/to him or her and peersDemonstrates flexibility and desire for growth
Physical Demands:
Physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to, use hands and fingers to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, or balance. The employee is occasionally required to sit and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 25 pounds, occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds. Add statement about help for lifts greater than 50 lbs... see statement added in planning job description. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Must have sufficient mobility to inspect construction projects in the field.
Work Environment:
Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
Employee generally works 50% indoors and 50% outdoors. While performing the duties of this job outdoors, the employee occasionally works in varying weather conditions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; extreme cold and extreme heat. Familiar and capable of working safely within an environment containing powered industrial equipment and uncontrolled climate Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but the employee may occasionally be exposed to high level noises including but not limited to manufacturing equipment.
Manna Beverages is an equal opportunity employer-----M/F/D/V