Senior Director – Operational Excellence

Jack Link's Protein Snacks

. Lead the company’s continuous improvement strategy and roadmap across all factories .

Posted 11/9/2026full-timePerry • Georgia • United StatesSenior💰 $195,000 - $225,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Continuous Improvement methodologies, Lean manufacturing practices, and statistical analysis to drive operational excellence. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, develop training programs, and implement effective management operating systems.

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Lean Manufacturing PracticesContinuous Improvement StrategyStatistical Process ControlProject ManagementSAP and Power BI

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Hard Skills

Value Stream MappingKaizen Methods5SRoot Cause AnalysisCost Savings TrackingKPI ManagementAnalytical MethodsStandard WorkStructured Problem SolvingTotal Productive Maintenance

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsInfluencing SkillsCollaborative Team ApproachProactive Project ManagementDiplomacy

Tools & Technologies

Power BISAPMicrosoft Office

Industry Keywords

ManufacturingFood ScienceConsumer Packaged GoodsOperationsSupply Chain

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the company’s continuous improvement strategy and roadmap across all factories
Establish common CI methodology, tools, governance, terminology, and expectations across the manufacturing network
Establish and advance Lean manufacturing practices, including standard work, Kaizen, 5S, value-stream mapping, visual management, root-cause analysis, waste elimination, centerlining, and structured problem solving
Develop CI training, tools, playbooks, and learning programs
Develop a network of plant-level Continuous Improvement champions
Work with Plant Leadership Teams to track plant targets and KPIs, set action plans, and conduct follow-up meetings
Manage daily, weekly, and monthly KPI charting and posting
Use Power BI and SAP to turn operational data into usable information
Apply statistics and analytical methods to identify improvement opportunities and support decisions
Implement and manage a cost savings tracking process and deliver against savings targets
Partner with the Safety Director on incident investigation, hazard reduction, and safety considerations in kaizen events
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in operations, manufacturing, supply chain, business, engineering, food science, or related field, or equivalent experience in continuous improvement
7 to 10 years experience in a manufacturing environment, including a leadership role
5+ years in influencing roles, such as CI, Lean, or support functions
Experience or education in statistical process control, root cause analysis, or other analytical methods
Training and hands-on experience with value stream mapping, kaizen methods, 5S, leader standard work, and other Lean tools
Project management experience leading cross-functional teams to deliver on timelines, budgets, and goals
Experience developing or implementing a playbook for a management operating system (MOS) and a continuous improvement program, including how the playbook was rolled out across sites
Experience with SAP and Power BI for operational reporting preferred
Experience in food or consumer packaged goods manufacturing preferred
Experience with Total Productive Maintenance (TPM), including working exposure to Autonomous Maintenance (AM) and Planned Maintenance (PM) pillars preferred
Strong written and verbal communication and presentation skills
Ability to influence leaders at every level
Diplomacy in communicating needs and recommendations
Proactive style that drives projects to completion despite obstacles
Collaborative team approach
Ability to manage multiple priorities and workstreams at once
Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Benefits

Comp & perks

medical, dental and vision benefits
life and disability insurance
401k participation
paid holidays
paid time off