Operations Manager – Guacamole Plant

• Oversee end-to-end production operations by managing daily processing activities coordinating avocado receiving and ripening ensuring adequate staffing and resources and maintaining reliable equipment performance through proactive maintenance coordination.
  
• Ensure consistent efficient and compliant production output by implementing production plans monitoring processing parameters enforcing SOPs GMPs and food safety standards and minimizing fruit waste through optimized handling and process controls.
  
• Drive performance improvement through data-based decision making by tracking production metrics identifying bottlenecks and variances initiating corrective actions and continuously improving operational efficiency product consistency and throughput.
  

• Oversee budget planning cost control and financial reporting by developing and managing the plants annual operating budget monitoring expenditures validating financial records and conducting variance analyses to ensure alignment with operational targets and business objectives.
  
• Optimize operational costs and financial performance by analysing production cost drivers (raw materials labour utilities packaging) managing yield and waste levels and implementing cost-saving and efficiency improvement initiatives to enhance profitability.
  
• Strengthen financial sustainability through effective procurement and working capital management by negotiating competitive supplier pricing managing inventory valuation and stock levels improving cash flow and providing strategic financial insights for capital investments and operational improvements.
  

• Procurement Planning and Supplier Management: Plan source and manage procurement of avocados ingredients packaging and other materials while maintaining strong supplier relationships to ensure quality timely delivery and cost-effectiveness.
  
• Inventory Control and Warehousing: Optimize inventory levels through accurate forecasting stock rotation (FIFO/LIFO) periodic audits and efficient warehouse and cold storage management to minimize waste spoilage and excess stock.
  
• Supply Chain Performance and Risk Management: Monitor supply chain KPIs coordinate logistics and distribution and pro actively identify and mitigate risks to ensure consistent production flow and timely product delivery
  

• Develop and Maintain Quality Systems: Implement monitor and continuously improve quality management systems (HACCP GMP ISO FSSC) to ensure compliance with regulatory standards SOPs and customer specifications throughout all stages of production.
  
• Ensure Product Quality and Compliance: Oversee inspections laboratory testing in-process and finished product checks supplier quality and corrective actions (CAPA) to maintain consistent guacamole taste texture colour shelf life and overall product integrity.
  
• Drive Continuous Improvement and Training: Lead quality improvement initiatives mentor and train production and QC staff and maintain accurate quality documentation and reports to enhance product standards reduce defects and ensure customer satisfaction.
  

• Develop and Maintain EHS Systems and Compliance: Establish implement and continuously improve EHS policies procedures and systems to ensure compliance with local regulations international standards and environmental requirements.
  
• Ensure Workplace Safety and Risk Management: Conduct risk assessments audits inspections and incident investigations; implement corrective and preventive actions; and promote a safety culture to prevent accidents and reduce workplace hazards.
  
• Drive Environmental Sustainability and Continuous Improvement: Monitor environmental performance (waste energy water emissions) lead improvement initiatives maintain accurate EHS records and coordinate with regulatory authorities to enhance sustainability and reduce operational risks.
  

• Leadership Mentoring and Team Development: Lead mentor and develop plant supervisors and staff fostering a culture of accountability collaboration continuous improvement and leadership development for succession planning.
  
• Performance Management and Workforce Planning: Set objectives conduct performance evaluations provide feedback identify training needs and ensure adequate staffing through recruitment onboarding and workforce planning aligned with operational goals.
  
• Employee Engagement Compliance and Conflict Resolution: Promote engagement and motivation address grievances and disciplinary matters fairly and ensure adherence to labour laws company policies and ethical practices across all HR activities.
  

Requirements

• Bachelors degree in operations management Food Science Agriculture Engineering or a related field.
  
• Masters degree would be advantageous.
  
• Minimum 57 years experience in manufacturing or food processing operations preferably within fruit or FMCG industries.
  
• Proven experience in production planning procurement and inventory management.
  
• Strong understanding of Health and Safety regulations and compliance requirements.
  
• Demonstrated experience in quality control and assurance systems.
  
• Solid financial and budget management experience.
  
• Strong leadership skills with experience managing multi-disciplinary teams.
  
• Proficient in production monitoring systems ERP software and MS Office.
  
• Excellent problem-solving organizational and decision-making abilities.
  
• Strong knowledge of fruit processing operations production workflows and manufacturing best practices.
  
• In-depth understanding of Health and Safety standards and regulatory requirements.
  
• Knowledge of quality control food safety systems and compliance.
  
• Understanding of procurement processes supply chain management and inventory control.
  
• Skilled in production planning resource allocation and process optimization.
  
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  
• Excellent leadership people management and team-building abilities.
  
• Effective communication negotiation and interpersonal skills.
  
• Ability to work under pressure prioritize tasks and meet production deadlines.
  
• Proactive and solutions-oriented mindset with a strong drive for continuous improvement.
  
• High level of integrity accountability and professionalism.
  
• Strong commitment to safety quality and operational excellence.
  
• Positive attitude with the ability to motivate and inspire teams.
  
• Adaptable and flexible in responding to changing operational demands.
  
• Calm and composed under pressure especially during peak production periods.
  
• Detail-focused with a commitment to accuracy and consistency.
  
• Collaborative and supportive fostering a culture of teamwork and respect.
  
• Decisive and confident in making timely informed decisions.