Operations Manager - Dunkin'
Lodi, NJ 07644
About the Job
Operations Manager: Dunkin manufacturing Lodi cml
Benefits: 401(k), Disability insurance, Flexible spending account, Health
insurance, Paid parental leave, Paid time off, Vacation and sick pay.
Job Summary
The Operations Manager, who works under the direction of the Controller,
is responsible for planning and coordination of all plant operations involving
production, safety, planning, continuous improvement and quality in
manufacturing of donuts and baked goods.
Roles and Responsibilities
- Monitor operations for conformance to financial objectives; adjust accordingly when needed. Drive cost savings projects
- Establish and maintain relationships with plant management force to prevent or resolve problems
- Provide clear expectations, training and support to department
- Maintain a high-level accountability to self and department to achieve on time, on budget, and high-quality work.
- Partner with accounting and leadership to ensure manufacturing efficiency and cost reduction through optimum utilization of resources and ongoing evaluation and improvement of methods and systems
- Direct work priorities and timelines and allocate resources to assure overall goals and timelines are met.
- Ensure compliance with all Federal safety requirements for the production area and personnel
- Observe and work with Quality Assurance team to ensure all safety precautions and regulations are met at all times in all areas where duties are performed
- Partner with quality leadership to ensure good quality standards and maintain GMP’s.
- Drive Continuous Improvement philosophy and practices
- Drive manufacturing strategy and ensure it is aligned with overall plant strategy
- Partner with other plant leaders and collaborate to find the best possible solution and best practices. Keep abreast of industry best practices and market changes
- Review and oversee department capacity and fill in as the Controller as needed
- Participate in root cause analysis, finding solutions, implementing improvements, inspections, and meetings
- Complete and remain up to date on required Dunkin Brand training
- Follow all ISO 13485, GMP, OSHA, Health Department, Dunkin standards, and Plant policies, and procedures
- Other duties as assigned with or without notice, after hours availability is required.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree preferred, from an accredited college or university in Business, or a related field with emphasis on management
- 6+ years of experience in manufacturing, Operations Management or related field preferred: preferably in a GMP Food manufacturing environment
- Demonstrated success in managing people and leading multiple teams and/or departments
- Strong communication skills
- Demonstrated success in achieving results along with strong financial acumen and project management preferred
What is Expected of you
Manages department operations and supervises professional employees,
front line supervisors and/or business support staff
- Participates in the development of policies and procedures to achieve specific goals
- Ensures employees operate within guidelines
- Decisions have a short-term impact on work processes, outcomes, and customers
- Interacts with subordinates, peer customers and suppliers at various management levels may interact with senior management
- Interactions normally involves resolution of issues related to operations and/or projects
- Gains consensus from Controller
Anticipated salary range: $70,000-$85,000 a year
- Bonus eligible: Yes
Location: 170 Gregg Street Unit 1 & 5, Lodi NJ 07644
We are Central Manufacturer Location of Dunkin' & Baskin Robbins in Lodi NJ.
We supply donuts and baked goods to about 400 Dunkin' retail stores currently