Manufacturing Manager

Operations Manager

This role is based at our Linden, NJ facility. The base salary for this role is $87,000 - $125,000. We are seeking a highly skilled Operations Manager with expertise in food manufacturing to lead production and operational activities in the development of Ready-to-Heat (RTH) meals and food ingredient portioning. This role is based in our 500,000 sq. ft. manufacturing facility and reports directly to the Site Lead. The Operations Manager will ensure compliance with food safety standards, optimize manufacturing processes, and drive operational excellence in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage daily production floor operations, ensuring schedules and output targets are met.
• Supervise, coach, and develop frontline supervisors and hourly staff.
• Ensure compliance with USDA, FDA, OSHA, HACCP, GMPs, and facility food safety programs. Represent the manufacturing team in the HACCP team.
• Partner with Quality Assurance to resolve production and food safety issues quickly.
• Oversee equipment operation and coordinate with Maintenance for repairs and preventive maintenance.
• Monitor KPIs related to safety, quality, efficiency, and labor utilization.
• Drive waste reduction, line efficiency improvements, and process consistency.
• Lead daily production meetings and ensure communication across shifts.
• Support new product trials and assist in transitioning products from R&D to full production.
• Promote and enforce a culture of workplace safety and regulatory compliance.

Skills and Requirements

Experience / Education

What We Offer

Our Values at Work

Employee pay will vary based on factors such as qualifications, experience, skill level, competencies and work location. We will meet minimum wage or minimum of the pay range (whichever is higher) based on city, county and state requirements.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.