Operations Manager - Dairy Manufacturing (Wisconsin)

Operations Manager – Dairy Manufacturing (Wisconsin)

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Our Fortune 200 dairy client is seeking an Operation Manager (due to retirement) for an eastern Wisconsin dairy manufacturing facility near Sheboygan, WI. This manufacturing facility has recently undergone a $250 million state-of-the art modernization. This important position will report to the Manufacturing Site Director and manage a 24x7 operation mentoring, coaching and training team members to develop effective and efficient teams. Collaborates with Plant Steering Team to develop and implement short and long-term strategies, including project leadership, staffing and employee engagement. Seeking candidates who will be promotable to a Manufacturing Site Director.

This role is responsible for leading a production team comprised of eight salaried reports and over 115 hourly associates with the goal of creating a strong safety culture, positive employee relations & engagement and consistency throughout each of the teams.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

• Develops and directs programs to ensure the efficient and cost-effective operation and utilization of facility assets.
• Manages safety, quality, service, and cost performance within assigned area.
• Makes recommendations to senior management on long range labor strategies and capital equipment needs.
• Develops and implements recommendations to change systems, policies, and procedures; ensures timely and accurate implementation.
• Collaborates with Human Resources in employee relations matters and ensures consistent application of policy expectations.
• Implements strategies and tactics that align with department and company vision and goals.
• Develops and maintains operating budget and capital spending plans for assigned area of responsibility.
• Identifies, obtains, and develops staff capabilities needed to consistently meet departmental objectives.
• Ensures industry best practices are applied and employees are trained accordingly.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :

Seniority level

Seniority level

Director

Employment type

Employment type

Part-time

Job function

Job function

Management and Manufacturing

Industries

Staffing and Recruiting

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