Operations Manager

Company: Idaho Pacific Holdings
Location: Ririe
Posted on: June 22, 2022

Job Description:

Operations ManagerSummary:The Operations Manager will work under the direction of the Vice President of Operations to oversee company-wide plant operations. -This will include daily review and oversight of the day-to-day plant performance of production, quality control, maintenance, wastewater and environmental compliance, safety, employee relations, packaging, and sanitation. -This position will participate in company-wide planning & budgeting for the operations functions. The Operations Manager will also be involved in the analysis, recommendation, implementation, and project management of capital expenditure projects. This position will be responsible for supporting the company's objectives in achieving performance goals, training, implementing, and enforcing company polices, programs and procedures and in compliance with all governmental regulatory requirements. Position Duties and Responsibilities: --- - -Directly responsible for oversight of the management and performance all plant functions, including but not limited to production, packaging, maintenance, product quality, safety, environmental & regulatory compliance, shipping and receiving, employee and staff relations, and sanitation. Plant managers at all locations will report directly to the Operations Manager. --- - -Actively participate in the plant planning and budgeting process. Must manage to meet budget objectives, and monitor/analyze performance as it relates to budget expectations. --- - -Identifies and recommends capital improvement needs and opportunities. Works with finance department to prepare financial analysis of capital projects. --- -Develops goals and objectives for the plant and department managers / supervisors. --- -Helps identify training and development needs; coordinates with management to establish training and development routines. --- -Helps identify plant staffing and personnel needs, including department managers / supervisors, and hourly staffing needs. --- -Responsible for adherence with all plant GMP, HACCP, and food safety requirements. --- -Responsible for adherence with OSHA regulations and requirements as they relate to a manufacturing environment, and with all Company safety programs, policies and procedures. Promotes a behavior-based safety culture. --- -Responsible for the accurate completion of all required plant reports, documentation and record keeping, in English. --- -Responsible for ensuring all documentation is accurately and comprehensively completed for employee issues, including but not limited to: complaints, work-related injuries or illnesses, reasons for merit and/or rewards, performance reviews, employee warnings and employee disciplinary actions. --- -Works well with Managers, subordinates, peers, and other departments while maintaining a professional attitude. Ability to communicate in a professional and respectful manner at all times, refraining from demeaning or disrespectful communication. --- -Responsible for effective communication to the V.P. of Operations; ensure the dissemination of information to Quality Assurance Manager, EH&S Manager, HR Administrator, President & CEO, and all other management staff as needed. --- -Perform and manage all other duties, as necessary. --- -Manage projects, including in-house personnel and outside contractors to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.Knowledge and Skills: --- -Minimum of 5 years' experience in a manufacturing environment that includes budgeting, maintenance, production, sanitation, safety, environmental compliance, packaging, procurement, and project management/oversight of capital projects. Experience in Food manufacturing preferred. --- -Excellent written and oral communication skills. --- -Proven ability to effectively lead and direct a management team. --- -Computer proficiency, including MS Word, Outlook, Excel, or similar spreadsheet software. --- -Experience overseeing successful safety programs and creating a culture of safety that results in superior safety records. --- -Knowledge of production machinery and equipment, including preventative maintenance programs. --- -Must be dependable, and self-motivated. Ability to work professionally while under pressure. --- - -Attention to detail; willingness to address problems and aggressively work towards discovering the root cause and finding solutions. --- -Must have the ability to manage 'on the floor' of all areas of the plant facility. --- -Ability to delegate and assign duties among employees; administer established policies and procedures within the plant environment.The -successful candidate will have prior supervisory experience, and be a hands-on leader, willing to tackle change and have a continuous improvement mindset. Background in food manufacturing highly preferred. Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Relations, Food Science / Food Manufacturing or a related field preferred. Must be able to use critical thinking skills, problem solve, and manage their time and other's time effectively. Hours for this position are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, weekends and some holidays may be required. Travel, including to and from Canada, may be necessary.Idaho Pacific is -a North American leader in potato dehydration - our products are made with Idaho pride and are produced to meet -global demand. The -Operations Manager position is located in Ririe, Idaho - where clear air, clean water, and friendly natives are found. Relocation assistance may or may not be available. -Idaho Pacific offers a -competitive starting salary, paid holidays, paid vacation, health insurance, Flex Health Savings, 401(k) savings, Life and LTD insurance.Resumes are welcome, an application is required. For a complete job description and to apply, email your information -in confidence, -or apply in person, Idaho Pacific Corporation, 4723 East 100 North, Ririe, Idaho. No Phone Calls Please.IPC is proud to be a drug-free, EEO/AA/M/F/Disabled/V Employer and E-Verify participant.

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