Senior Operations Manager

The Senior Operations Manager is part of the leadership team at Peets Alameda roasting plant in 24 hours manufacturing environment. This critical role will be responsible for maintaining and improving the overall operations while improving safety performance producing to meet strict product quality guidelines improving service to our customers improving cost performance while developing both people as well as process capabilities at the plant. This is a hands on role.

Salary

$149000 - $170000

Location
Alameda CA Onsite

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage a team of Assistant Manager(s) supervisors within the department to ensure production meets or exceeds Peets Safety Quality Food Safety & Efficiency standards.
• Oversees the production processes & personnel in green coffee roasting packaging shipping & receiving to fulfil demand while optimizing efficiencies throughout the operation.
• Manage and motivate employees to achieve results through servant leadership and effective coaching. Must be an effective communicator capable of teaching and generating results while enhancing the work environment and supporting the Company philosophy.
• Embed continuous improvements with the operational team and drive for Operational Excellence using stretch goals and key performance indicators (KPI) to monitor progress.
• Leader of a Manufacturing Operating System (MOS) pillar typically Autonomous Maintenance
• Identifies areas of improvement in efficiency and waste reduction to make year on year savings.
• Supports the development and execution of the annual operational budget within areas of responsibility.
• Responsible for the overall departments safety housekeeping quality productivity employee conduct and performance influencing a culture change across the whole organization.
• Works in conjunction with site leadership capacity expansion and capital expenditure plan with estimated ROIs covering safety quality and efficiency projects.
• Utilize the interpersonal skills necessary to effectively lead and gain involvement of team members and ensure individual and team levels of performance exceeding goals and expectations. Develop and maintain succession plans for all areas of responsibility to ensure sustainable performance for future years.

KEY ATTRIBUTES NECESSARY FOR SUCCESS:

• A Can Do and resourceful attitude & ability to work with diverse teams is a must have to succeed in this role.
• Self-starter with a continuous improvement mindset who is effective at problem solving.
• Leads by example on safety quality topics to set the tone.
• A strong leader who brings team with him by flexing leadership style.
• Analytical and data driven mindset.
• Work in unstructured environment & developing standards that ops team can adhere to.
• Ability to operate in significant ambiguity and to develop a path forward with minimal guidance.
• Ability to proactively identify potential risks and to solve problems to drive work forward.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills targeted to varying audiences including peers
• Ability to manage conflict for a win-win resolution
• Strong interpersonal skills and EQ with the ability to navigate diverse populations.
• Able & willing to roll-up sleeves to get the job done.

PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• BS degree in engineering or management discipline required. Masters Degree preferred.
• Minimum of 5-10 years of leadership experience in a manufacturing/production/maintenance environment with heavy employee management collaboration with other internal departments.
• A proven track record of leading continuous improvement initiatives utilizing lean methodology A formal training in lean/six sigma/Toyota production system would be ideal.
• Experience and or formal training in behavior-based safety culture.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing.
• Demonstrate the ability to analyze prioritize plan multi-function and manage time effectively.
• Proficient in MS Word MS Excel Outlook production management tools ERP (D365) and financial reporting systems
• Self-motivated and goal-oriented; able to work effectively under pressure with high-energy and proactive style; brings well developed sense of urgency to all work. Must be quality-minded self-motivated analytical and results oriented.
• Familiarity with food safety and GMP standards including AIB FDA and HAACP are required. Experience with other regulatory environment will considered.
• Ability to read write and follow written instructions in English.
• Bilingual Spanish will be an asset.

Our purpose at Peets Coffee is the pursuit of betterbetter coffee for people and the planet. Our ambition is to become the chosen brand for coffee lovers around the world and we know earning that place means an uncompromising focus on quality craft and authenticity.

As part of Keurig Dr Pepper andJDE Peets the worlds leading pureplay coffee company Peets is growing as a global coffee brand anchored by a clear set of values that reflect who we are today and where were going.We Dare to Amaze Own It Make It Simple and WinTogetherchallenging ourselves every day to do better than the day before.

Wevelearned that the secret to great coffee is the people who make it and we apply the same care in selecting and preparing our teams as we do when crafting the perfect cup.

This description outlines the roles essential functions but may evolve with business needs.

What We Offer:
Were proud to offer a comprehensive package for full-time employees including but not limited to:

Recharge Time Paid vacation holidays and sick days.
Health & Wellness Medical dental and vision coverage.
Future You 401(k) plan with generous match program to help you save.
Peace of Mind Life insurance disability and options for HSAs and FSAs.
Everyday Perks Free coffee fresh baked goods and discounts.
Growth & Support Career development and an Employee Assistance

Program when you need it.

The target annual base salary range for this position is $149000 - $170000. The actual base salary offered will depend on a variety of factors including the applicants qualifications years of relevant experience specific and unique skills level of education certifications or licenses other legitimate non-discriminatory business factors and the geographic location of the addition to base pay individuals in this position may also be eligible to earn bonuses.

Additional Information
At Peets we believe in creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome qualified applicants of all backgrounds and do not discriminate based on race color creed religion gender age marital status national origin sexual orientation gender identity citizenship status disability genetic information uniform service veteran status or any other category protected under federal state or local laws. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal state and local ordinances.

Peets is also committed to providing reasonable accommodation to job applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If you need assistance or accommodation please contact