Unit Operations Manager

Job Summary:

• The Unit Operations Manager is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the unit, while also ensuring compliance standards and adhering to company policies and procedures.

Responsibilities:

• Supports safety program for all employees and ensures compliance
• Ensures labor controls are in place and effective
• Ensures compliance with company policies and procedures, facilitates and monitors compliance audits, develops plans and actions to ensure company policies and procedures are utilized properly
• Ensures compliance with company-developed safety best-practices through departmental audits and inspections
• Supports the Total Quality Management effort, initiates problem solving efforts and assures implementation of solutions
• Supports management on security and risk for the unit
• Mentors and trains subordinates on company directives and policies
• Works to build team-cohesion throughout the unit.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in safety, business operations or related field preferred and or four years comparable work experience in operations manager role. 
• Minimum five years prior safety experience preferably in a multi-site organization. 
• Technical Skills: (Certification, Licenses and Registration) 
• Must have strong computer skills using Microsoft Office products including Excel 
• Must have the ability to work in a fast paced, deadline driven environment 
• Must have strong and effective leadership skills and the ability to successfully manage a large staff 
• Current or previous labor relations experience 
• Strong organizational, analytical and leadership skills required 
• Must be innovative in making changes to the operation as needed to further improve the work environment and unit performance 
• Previous experience in a high volume food manufacturing environment 
• Knowledgeable of HACCP 
• Working knowledge of OSHA, DOT, and EPA laws desirable 
• Previous exposure/experience in LEAN manufacturing/supply chain a plus. 
• Language / Communication Skills: 
• Excellent oral and written communication skills