Director of Production Operations

Job Description

Job Description

Director of Production Operations – Fresh Cut & Value-Added Products

Location : Virginia

Salary : $110,000 – $135,000 (based on experience)

A leading Mid-Atlantic food distributor is launching a Fresh Cut & Value-Added Products division and seeking an experienced Director of Production Operations to build and lead the program from the ground up.

This role combines hands-on production management with strategic leadership—you'll design workflows, manage daily operations, and drive innovation for retail-ready produce and prepared food items like salads, parfaits, fruit cups, and snack boxes.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead daily operations for fresh cut and value-added product lines.
• Develop and optimize production schedules for a 7-day operation.
• Build and track KPIs for efficiency, yield, and labor performance.
• Oversee quality, food safety, and regulatory compliance (HACCP, GMP, FDA, USDA).
• Direct R&D for new product development, packaging, and labeling.
• Recruit, train, and manage production supervisors and leads.
• Collaborate with sales to support go-to-market and retail strategies.

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