Operations Team Manager II

Ajinomoto Foods North America, Inc.Joplin, MO, US

5 days ago

Job type

Full-time

Job description

Job Description

Operations Team Manager II

US-MO-Joplin

Job ID : 2025-8411

Type : Regular Full-Time

# of Openings : 1

Joplin Plant

Overview

Responsible for delivering performance targets in Safety, Quality, Cost, and Efficiency within the assigned production area

across multiple shifts. Lead and develop the line team to achieve and sustain operational excellence through effective

coaching, continuous improvement initiatives, and adherence to company standards. Build organizational capability to

drive and maintain improvements in performance and efficiency.

Responsibilities

Leadership & Vision

Lead and motivate the production line team to meet and exceed performance standards in Safety, Quality, Cost

and Efficiency within the designated work area(s) on multiple shifts.

Direct leadership and oversight to assigned production line(s).

Developing and coaching Team Manager I positions across various shifts, including performance management,

professional development plans and goal setting.

Oversee all production activities across multiple shifts on one line or multiple lines, ensuring the safe, timely and

efficient manufacturing of food products.

Identify and implement process improvements to enhance productivity, reduce waste, and lower operational

costs.

Troubleshoot and resolve operational issues, from equipment failures to workflow bottlenecks.

Communicate clear expectations regarding operational standards, ensuring alignment with company policies and

goals.

Develop and execute daily, weekly, and monthly production plans, ensuring alignment with broader site and

corporate goals.

Conduct regular team meetings to align priorities, address challenges, and recognize achievements.

Provide coaching and feedback to all team members to drive accountability and high performance.

Operations Excellence

Oversee daily production activities, ensuring smooth line operation and quick resolution of any production issues.

Identify opportunities for operational improvement and lead initiatives to increase efficiency and reduce waste.

Ensure adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP),

and company safety policies.

Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) related to Safety, Quality, Cost and Efficiency and implement

corrective actions where necessary.

Drive adherence to operational standards and continuous improvement frameworks (e.g., Autonomous

Maintenance, Focused Improvement).

Financial Management

Develop and manage the budget for the production line, ensuring cost control and optimal resource utilization.

Track financial performance weekly and monthly; analyze variances and adjust plans as needed to meet financial

targets.

Identify cost reduction opportunities through improved operational efficiency and waste reduction.

Talent & Organizational Development

Build a high-performing team by recruiting, training, and developing the Team Manager I and hourly team

members.

Foster a culture of leading with Company Purpose and Values, accountability, collaboration, and continuous

improvement.

Provide coaching and development opportunities to team members to enhance skills and promote career growth.

Lead cross-functional training to ensure team versatility and flexibility in managing production demands.

Ensure Team Manager I and hourly team proficiency in key tools and systems, including :

o Loss Analysis & Gap Analysis

o Centerlines

o Small Work Teams (Natural Work Teams)

o Autonomous Maintenance

o Focused Improvement

o Root Cause and Corrective Action Systems

o STPD (Standardized Problem Solving) tool

Collaboration & Strategic Partnerships :

Collaborate with site leadership, maintenance, engineering, and quality teams to identify and resolve

production challenges.

Partner with cross-functional teams to implement new processes, equipment, and product launches.

Act as the primary point of contact for production-related issues, ensuring alignment with broader plant

objectives.

Engage in strategic planning with site leaders to ensure long-term operational success.

Qualifications

Education

Minimum Associate of Science degree in a STEM field (Engineering, Food Science, Technology, Math, etc.)

required.

Preferred Bachelor of Science degree in a STEM field or active enrollment in a STEM degree program.

Experience in lieu of degree will be considered.

Experience

Minimum of 4 years of manufacturing experience in a leadership role, preferably in the food industry.

Preferred minimum of 2 years of AFNA manufacturing experience in a leadership role.

Demonstrated Proficiencies

Multiple examples of successfully delivering performance improvement in Safety, Quality, Cost and Efficiency.

Multiple examples of building organizational capabilities (team skill proficiency improvements, team

promotions)

Multiple examples of solving issues to root cause and eliminating recurrence.

Multiple examples of deploying improvement tools and frameworks with measurable outcomes. (TPM, Lean,

Six Sigma).

Preferred Proficiencies

Extensive knowledge in deploying and maintaining GMP, HACCP, OSHA, and food safety regulations.

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