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Area Manager
Ventura Foods. Oversee development and implementation of the strategic vision and business plan within the assigned business unit .
Core Competencies
Role fitCore Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in Production Management and Business Strategy, with a strong focus on financial performance, team leadership, and operational excellence in a manufacturing environment. Proven ability to drive innovation and ensure compliance with industry standards while fostering employee development and engagement.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Bachelor's Degree In Production Management5-10 Years Of Experience In Production ManagementPeople LeadershipKnowledge Of Manufacturing Facility PackagingExcellent Problem Solving Skills
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Hard Skills
Financial Performance ManagementKPI ManagementCAPEX ExecutionOEE InitiativesProduction Process MonitoringEmployee TrainingStaff DevelopmentAnalytical SkillsStrategic PlanningCoaching Skills
Soft Skills
Communication SkillsMotivational SkillsChange ManagementTeam LeadershipWork Ethic
Tools & Technologies
Microsoft OfficeOutlook
Industry Keywords
Food ManufacturingGMP ComplianceProduction GoalsTalent AssessmentsOPEX Engineering
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Oversee development and implementation of the strategic vision and business plan within the assigned business unit
- Maintain 24/7 ownership of an entire area or business unit
- Own financial performance, approvals, cost savings, KPIs, staffing, scheduling, planning, employee training, staff development, CAPEX execution, projects, and performance management
- Attend specified meetings and provide detailed reports to the operations manager
- Ensure production goals and product specifications are met
- Resolve production issues and monitor the production process
- Communicate cross-functionally and work with other departments to rectify issues quickly
- Lead training and ensure area team members are trained and cross-trained
- Ensure conformance with company policies, GMP, and housekeeping requirements
- Establish bench strength and conduct talent assessments
- Direct OPEX engineer activities and remain accountable for OEE initiatives
- Lead, participate in, and direct initiatives within the business unit
- Lead, motivate, and develop the area team to achieve high performance and plant objectives
- Drive innovation, success, and sustainability within the assigned area
Requirements
What you’ll need- Bachelor’s Degree in Production Management, Business or equivalent experience
- 5-10 years of experience in Production Management, Business
- Prior supervisory and/or managerial experience in a food manufacturing environment preferred
- Superior planning, coordination, analytical, observational, strategic and coaching skills are required
- People leadership and the initiative to create & embrace change
- Knowledge of manufacturing facility packaging, equipment, and capacity
- Ability to motivate, lead, and engage employees
- Excellent problem solving skills and strong work ethic
- Computer skills in Microsoft Office and Outlook
- Proven ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing with all levels to achieve results
- Ability to work typical shifts of 8-12 hours per day, with additional unscheduled time after hours and on weekends as required
- Willingness and ability to wear personal protective equipment as required
- Ability to perform required physical tasks, including intermittent sitting, standing, walking, climbing, squatting, kneeling, pushing, and pulling
- Occasional lifting and/or moving up to 50 pounds or more with assistance may be required
Benefits
Comp & perks- Medical, Prescription, Dental, & Vision – coverage beginning on your 1st day for eligible employees
- Profit Sharing and 401(k) matching (after eligible criteria is met)
- Paid Vacation, Sick Time, and Holidays
- Employee Appreciation Events
- Employee Assistance Programs
- Career growth opportunities
- Training and development
- Competitive compensation
- Personal protective equipment as required by Company policy and/or legal requirements