Operations Manager - BlueTriton Brands

BlueTriton is a leading provider of spring and purified water products - the name behind your favorite bottled water brands. We are proud to offer an extensive portfolio of highly recognizable, responsibly sourced, and sustainably packaged spring water in addition to other quality products and services. Get ready to quench your thirst with exciting possibilities when you join BlueTriton for a fiercely good career doing work that matters.

Water might seem simple enough, but there is a lot going on beneath the surface. Working in a factory or warehouse requires rolling up your sleeves to get things done and the tenacity to go the extra mile again and again. We believe the rewards are worth the effort: a business you help shape, a supportive team you learn from, and the chance to have a sustainable impact in which you can truly be proud.

Job Description

We are currently seeking an Operations Manager for our Ontario, CA location. The Role will report to the Factory Manager. The Operations Manager will play a critical role in leading teams for our 24/7, 7 days a week bottling plant. This is an exempt position with direct reports.

MAJOR JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

•    Serve as a key member of the factory leadership team in a large bottling and distribution facility

•    Partner cross functionally with Planning, Quality, Transportation, Maintenance and Warehouse to maximize efficiencies and output of high-quality product in a safe manner

•    Lead the execution of cultural changes and activities needed to support the pursuit of TPM

•    Coach, mentor and develop and assess and create plans to grow the skills and competencies of frontline employees to meet current and future business requirements

•    Ensure the planned efficiency and production numbers are attained or exceeded to ensure customer demand can be fulfilled on time

•    Monitor and track planned DH (downtime) hours and partner with Quality and Maintenance to minimize DH yet maximize the strategic use of DH

•    Ensure the first pass quality goals and preventative maintenance of lines is completed to standard

•    Make certain, planned KPI’s of Efficiency and Performance are met or exceeded for yourself and team members

•    Work alongside Safety, Quality and HR to ensure complete compliance with Policies, GMPs, FSMS requirements

•    Compliance with audit activities to make sure all internal and external standards are met, including ISO

•    Track competencies of subordinates and provide leadership and development as required

•    Develop and guide direct reports in order to achieve desired results

•    Participate in projects including workforce planning, budgeting, new product launches, equipment installs or upgrades

Qualifications

REQUIREMENTS:

•    Bachelor’s degree in related field; masters preferred

•    5 or more years of production experience in a team leadership capacity

•    Prior experience in the consumer products industry or food and beverage with familiarity with quality and hygiene regulation preferred

•    Knowledge and exposure to TPM, Six Sigma and various problem-solving methodologies

•    Solid understanding of production processes, preventative maintenance and budget management

•    Exceptional work ethic / dependability

•    Strong oral / written / interpersonal communication skills

•    Excellent organizational and analytical skills

•    Tactful interaction with peers, subordinates, vendors and customers

•    Ability to lead, train, motivate, coach and develop individuals and teams

•    Problem solve creatively to lead team through improvements

•    Ability to remove team barriers to ensure achievement of all Key Performance Indicators

•    Proficient computer skills in business management software (SAP preferred), production monitoring systems (EIT preferred) and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, Access, Power Point)

•    Willingness to respond to after-hour calls for critical issues and provide weekend coverage a few times/year

Pay Range: $101,687-$123,176. This role is eligible for a 15% annual bonus.

Salary Range Disclaimer:

The salary range provided for this position is an approximation based on market research, internal compensation data and the candidate’s qualifications and experience.  Final salary offers are determined through a comprehensive evaluation of candidate qualifications and may vary depending on factors such as skills, experience, and geographic location of the position. Other components of the compensation package, including benefits and bonuses, will also be considered.  We are committed to fair and equitable compensation practices, and we encourage open dialogue about compensation during the interview process.

BlueTriton Brands, Inc. (“BlueTriton”) is a water and beverage company in North America that produces and distributes a portfolio of brands of spring water, purified water, and other beverages, which include Poland Spring®, Deer Park®, Ozarka®, Ice Mountain®, Zephyrhills®, Arrowhead®, Origin™, Saratoga®, AC+ION®, Pure Life®, B’EAU®, and Splash Refresher™. BlueTriton also owns and operates ReadyRefresh®, a water and beverage delivery service for homes and offices.

Headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut, BlueTriton is a privately held company with operations and distribution primarily in the United States and Canada, employing more than 7,000 employees. BlueTriton manages water resources for long-term sustainability and helps protect more than 20,000 acres of watershed area owned by the company from harm and destruction. The company sources from 56 springs and has 30 production facilities across North America, with some verified to the Alliance for Water Stewardship Standard. BlueTriton is a Water Champion with The Water Council and has committed to be verified under their WAVE program.

BlueTriton Brands is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law. BlueTriton Brands is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please contact us at