Operations Manager

Duties/Responsibilities: Direct day-to-day operations across blending, encapsulation, powder filling, bottling, labeling, and packaging lines Ensure production schedules are met while maintaining safety, quality, and efficiency targets Ensure the quality of the finished product meets all specifications and complies with Current Good Manufacturing Practices, Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and other regulatory and Safety requirements Develop cost estimates and prepare operational budgets to support production planning and financial objectives Partner closely with Quality Assurance and Regulatory teams to support audits, investigations, CAPAs, and product release activities Maintain proper documentation and batch record integrity Drive continuous improvement initiatives to reduce waste and improve throughput Monitor KPIs such as OEE, yield, labor efficiency, downtime, and on-time delivery Identify bottlenecks and implement scalable solutions for growth Build and develop high-performing production teams through coaching, training, and succession planning Promote a culture of safety, quality, and operational discipline Oversee and assess the performance of production personnel to ensure operational efficiency and adherence to company standards Support capital projects and equipment validation activities Ensure sanitation, allergen controls, and preventive maintenance programs are effectively executed Required Skills/Abilities: Proven experience as production director Understanding of quality standards and health & safety regulations Knowledge of performance evaluation and budgeting concepts Experience in reporting on key production metrics Proficient in MS Office and ERP software Outstanding communication ability Excellent organizational and leaderships skills Attention to detail Strong decision-making skills and a results-driven approach E ducation and Experience: Bachelor’s degree from four-year college or university plus 5 to 10 years related experience and/or training preferred Key Objective The Operations Director is responsible for optimizing production efficiency and supply chain resilience to ensure high-quality output while minimizing operational costs. Their primary goal is to align day-to-day manufacturing activities with long-term strategic growth through continuous process improvement and robust safety standards.

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