Sr. Manufacturing Manager

FreshRealm • Linden, NJ • 1h ago

This role is based at our Linden, NJ facility. The base salary for this role is $100,000 - $145,000.

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Operations Manager with expertise in food manufacturing to lead production and operational activities in the development of Ready-to-Heat (RTH) meals and food ingredient portioning. This role is based in our 500,000 sq. ft. manufacturing facility and reports directly to the Site Lead. The Operations Manager will ensure compliance with food safety standards, optimize manufacturing processes, and drive operational excellence in a fast-paced environment.

Key responsibilities

Manage daily production floor operations, ensuring schedules and output targets are met.

Supervise, coach, and develop frontline supervisors and hourly staff.

Ensure compliance with USDA, FDA, OSHA, HACCP, GMPs, and facility food safety programs. Represent the manufacturing team in the HACCP team.

Partner with Quality Assurance to resolve production and food safety issues quickly.

Oversee equipment operation and coordinate with Maintenance for repairs and preventive maintenance.

Monitor KPIs related to safety, quality, efficiency, and labor utilization.

Drive waste reduction, line efficiency improvements, and process consistency.

Lead daily production meetings and ensure communication across shifts.

Support new product trials and assist in transitioning products from R&D to full production.

Promote and enforce a culture of workplace safety and regulatory compliance.

Skills and Requirements

Familiar with USDA, FDA, and OSHA food manufacturing requirements. Strong working knowledge of HACCP, GMPs, and food safety programs.

Ability to manage and motivate cross-functional production teams.

Solid problem-solving, organizational, and decision-making skills.

Proficiency in tracking KPIs and using data to drive improvements.

Strong communication and leadership skills, with ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

ERP/MRP system knowledge preferred.

Experience/ Educa tion

Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).

5+ years of experience in food manufacturing, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or management role.

Experience in high-volume, multi-line production environments preferred.

Exposure to Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma problem-solving tools desirable.

What We Offer:

Comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees including medical, dental, vision, pet insurance and legal insurance

Bonus potential

401(k) with company match that is immediately vested

Life and ADD insurance

Opportunities for career growth with a dynamic company

Unlimited Time Off

Our Values at Work:

We believe that ACTIONS speak louder than words and our company values align to those ACTIONS.

In Our Daily Work, This Looks Like:

ACCOUNTABILITY: Set clear objectives and prioritize your tasks Hold yourself and your teams accountable for meeting deadlines Learn from your mistakes and use it as a learning opportunity to improve next time

CHALLENGE WITH CURIOSITY: We challenge and engage with each other through curiosity and a drive to innovate and transform. This encourages us to learn from one another, be open-minded to other perspectives and possibilities, and continuously improve and problem-solve with intensity. We persevere through challenges, observe patterns, and pay attention to the details to make connections others may overlook, allowing us to exceed expectations.

TRANSPARENCY & HONESTY: Maintain open and consistent communication. Admit mistakes and take ownership Document decisions to help avoid misunderstandings

INNOVATION: Work with the end-user in mind and create solutions that will add value Question existing norms, assumptions, and best practices Experiment and take calculated, data-driven risks

OBJECTIVITY: Utilize data and make data-driven decisions at every opportunity

NIMBLENESS: Utilize time management to help stay focused and on task with urgency es and make adjustments accordingly Delegate and trust others to handle specific responsibilities with resources and support

SUCCESS THROUGH OUR CUSTOMERS: Know your audience and the @type of work they expect to receive as the end-result of a project, initiative, or task Seek feedback at different stages to ensure you're on the right track Foster collaboration among cross-functional teams to ensure you're providing the best experience and service to our consumers

Employee pay will vary based on factors such as qualifications, experience, skill level, competencies and work location. We will meet minimum wage or minimum of the pay range (whichever is higher) based on city, county and state requirements.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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