Director Of Operations

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Imagine...working for a company that knows that its people are the key to its success in the marketplace. A company in which achieving extraordinary results and having a stimulating work experience are part of the same process.

We cultivate and embrace a diverse employee population. We recognize that people with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives fuel our growth and enrich our global culture. We are looking for an individual who enjoys working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment, likes to be challenged, and values the opportunity to make a difference.

SUMMARY

Provide leadership and oversight of plants, distribution centers, and other assigned Company locations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:

• Manage plant operations inclusive of receiving, inventory, warehouse, facilities, production, and shipping.
• Establish best practices for each department to control costs and improve financial performance.
• Manage all staff to provide consistent performance with predictable results.
• Review performance metrics and make improvements.
• Work with support departments to make improvements in all facets of the organization including safety, food safety, quality, purchasing, accounting, and HR.
• Drive a culture of high performance and accountability in associate and product safety.
• Facilitate associate engagement, training and development to maximize safety, quality, and productivity.
• Utilize Continuous Improvement tools to enhance the overall performance of multiple plants.
• Provide direct oversight for the operations management team including production, facilities, warehouse and logistics with a strong connection to safety, finance, quality, and human resources.
• Develop strategic direction for the local team complimenting company goals.
• Other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This position directly leads Managers of Facilities, Production, Shipping, Receiving, Logistics, Warehouse and Scheduling. Operations encompass multi-shifts and, typically, 7 days per week.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree (B.A.) from a four-year college or university, or twenty years related experience and/or training in a production environment; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• HACCP certification is recommended.
• Professional Organization membership is recommended.
• Effective leadership and time management skills.
• ERP knowledge.
• Effective management of multiple plants in a production environment.
• Good computer skills in areas such as MS Office, Projects, MRP type program.
• Ability to read and understand income statements & financial documents.
• Sound written and verbal communication skills.
• Food assembly experience is a plus multi-shift management experience is a plus.
• Person has directly managed a minimum of 3 of the above-mentioned departments with active involvement in the remaining.
• Lean Manufacturing and Statistical Process Control Skills.

BENEFITS:

SK Food Group provides competitive salaries and a wide variety of benefits including programs that provide for your health and welfare, help you prepare for retirement and truly enable you to balance your work and family life.

• Medical Insurance
• Associate Bonus Programs
• Family & Friends Referral Bonuses
• DailyPay – Access Earned Pay Sooner
• 401k Retirement Plan with company match
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Health & Dependent Care Flex Spending Accounts
• Dependent scholarship opportunities
• Educational Tuition Assistance

Established in 1943, the SK Food Group is a leader in the food manufacturing and wholesale food sales industry. We produce a complete line of products for many different market segments including retail, convenience stores, vending and the transportation industry. In addition, we pride ourselves on the sub-contract manufacturing and private labeling capabilities our company offers to customers throughout the United States. Please visit http://www.skfoodgroup.com for more information.