Operations Manager – Dairy Manufacturing Minnesota

Ilocatum

Saint Cloud, MN

Full-time

Our well-known dairy company is looking for an Operations Manager to oversee a manufacturing facility in central Minnesota, near St.

Cloud. This position will be a key part of the team, reporting directly to the Plant Manager, and will be responsible for managing and mentoring a 24 / 7 operation, ensuring the development of effective and efficient teams.

In collaboration with the Plant Steering Team, the Operations Manager will help develop and implement short and long-term strategies, provide project leadership, and manage staffing and employee engagement.

This role involves leading a production team consisting of seven salaried employees and over 140 hourly associates. The main goals of the Operations Manager will be to foster a strong safety culture, maintain positive employee relations and engagement, and ensure consistency across all teams.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

Develop and implement programs to optimize the efficiency and cost-effectiveness of facility assets.
Manage and improve safety, quality, service, and cost performance within the assigned area.
Provide recommendations on long-term labor strategies and capital equipment needs to senior management.
Develop and implement changes to systems, policies, and procedures, ensuring accurate and timely implementation.
Work with Human Resources on employee relations matters, ensuring consistent application of policies and expectations.
Align department and company vision and goals, implementing strategies and tactics accordingly.
Develop and manage operating budget and capital spending plans for the assigned area of responsibility.
Identify and develop staff capabilities to consistently achieve departmental objectives.
Ensure industry best practices are implemented and employees receive appropriate training.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

High school diploma / GED and 7+ years of supervisory / management experience in food processing / manufacturing operations, with a proven track record of progressive leadership experience.
Strong presentation, communication, training, and interpersonal skills.
Demonstrated understanding of product and labor cost variances.
Experience in high-speed food manufacturing.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :

Ten years of supervisory / management experience in cheese or food manufacturing operations, with a proven track record of progressive leadership experience.
MBA or master’s degree in engineering, preferred.
Proven ability to collaborate with all levels and functions within the company.
Skilled in project management.
Experience leveraging the skills and abilities of front-line employees.
Knowledge and exposure to TPM, Six Sigma, and various problem-solving methodologies.

30+ days ago

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