Operations Manager Royal Canin North Sioux City SD

Sioux Center, IA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Description:

Operations Manager - Royal Canin - North Sioux City SD

The Operations Manager leads and integrates the efforts of operating teams across multiple shifts to ensure that products are safely manufactured in a quality and food safe environment. The Operations Manager is responsible for efficiently and effectively leading the area within cost targets to produce sufficient quantities to meet our customers demands with engaged associates. The Operations Manager will also provide leadership and motivation on Strategy Individual Business Objectives (IBOs) Factory Mars Operating System (FMOS) Manufacturing Supply Excellence (MSE) assets and Associate Development. As required the Operations Manager may act as the sole authority over all area assets and activities during periods of Site Director absence.

What are we looking for

Bachelors degree or equivalent preferably in Engineering Basic Sciences or Business-related disciplines. Advanced degree is preferred.
Minimum of 6 years experience in a production or business environment. Experience in the Food or Pet Industry is preferred.
Minimum of 5 years experience in people leadership roles.
Proven experience managing a sites operating budgets.
Ability to lead and manage projects across multiple functions organizational levels and sites.
Demonstrated knowledge of Quality and Safety standards. Proficiency of HACCP is required.
Technical expertise in processes equipment controls and products.
Understanding of Food and Drug Laws and OSHA requirements.
Strong knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
Excellent communication skills with the ability to convey information clearly and concisely.
Comprehensive understanding of major plant functions and the ability to collaborate effectively with all levels and departments.

What would your key responsibilities be

Conversion & Operations:Lead multi-line multi-shift teams to efficiently convert materials into quality products ensuring safety sanitation and budget adherence. Oversee capacity planning maintenance engineering R&D and scheduling.
Food Safety & Quality:Champion ongoing production of safe defect-free products. Own HACCP training and quality improvement initiatives. Partner with Q&FS to maintain and enhance Quality Management Processes.
Continuous Improvement:Advocate for Mars Supply Excellence (MSE) and site operating systems (FMOS). Drive value stream improvements and coach teams in MSE Pillar implementation.
Change Leadership:Recommend and implement process equipment and organizational changes. Collaborate cross-functionally to achieve area objectives and support network-wide improvements.
Associate Advocacy:Manage associate relations hiring training and development. Foster engagement and teamwork utilizing High Performance Collaboration and Great Line Management principles.
Goal Setting & Measurement:Establish and align area goals with site strategy. Set performance standards measure results and report outcomes. Support budget and KPI development.
Communications:Ensure open effective communication across teams and leadership. Escalate issues per protocol.
Technology Advancement:Coach teams in technical proficiency and autonomous work. Drive technological improvements in partnership with Technical Manager.
Operations Strategy:Develop and execute a rolling three-year strategy aligned with brand growth and innovation.
Associate Development:Evaluate performance create development plans and conduct regular reviews to support career growth.
Personal Development:Pursue ongoing managerial and technical learning opportunities.
Site Management:Act as a senior leader supporting overall site strategy and stepping in for the Site Director as needed.

What can you expect from Mars

Work with diverse and talented Associates all guided by the Five Principles.
Join a purpose driven company where were striving to build the world we want tomorrow today.
Best-in-class learning and development support from day one including access to our in-house Mars University.
An industry competitive salary and benefits package including company bonus.

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Job Description:Operations Manager - Royal Canin - North Sioux City SDThe Operations Manager leads and integrates the efforts of operating teams across multiple shifts to ensure that products are safely manufactured in a quality and food safe environment. The Operations Manager is responsible for ef...