OPERATIONS MANAGER

Job DescriptionJob Description

Here at MegaMex Foods, our purpose is to Reimagine Mexican Flavors. MegaMex was born in 2009; we have found our niche in bringing unique and traditional Mexican flavors to dinner and restaurant tables around the world.

Opportunities are endless with our locations domestic and international including the Orange Office, Distribution Center in Saginaw, Plant in Dallas, and several plants in Mexico, Colombia and Peru. At the core of who we are is Together – Juntos. Together, we bring the spirit of Mexico to every table. We value different backgrounds and work experiences as they provide new ideas and ways to Reimagine Mexican Flavors. We aim to drive a culture where everyone feels valued, respected, safe, and free to be themselves. We are Juntos!

Primary Responsibilities

1. Directly and indirectly supervises 379+ employees.
2. Coach, develops, trains, and mentors all individuals in the Production and Kitchen departments.
3. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
4. Ensure that all production and kitchen activities comply with Safety regulations and industry standards to create a safe working environment.
5. Maintain adherence to local, state, and federal laws regarding labor, environmental regulation, and handling of hazardous materials.
6. Ensure complete compliance to prescribed Safety, Quality policies, FDA, USDA, Food Safety Requirements including GMPs requirements. Establish and maintain standard operating procedures.
7. Partner cross functionally with Planning, Quality, Manufacturing, Maintenance, and the Warehouse to maximize efficiencies, equipment reliability, and output of high-quality product in a safe manner.
8. Lead product and equipment investigations, reports, and investigate non-conformities.
9. Determine the human and material resources required to meet production targets.
10. Encourage the use of new techniques and focus on fact-based problem-solving.
11. Facilitate the use of continuous improvement methodologies, and Lean Management principles to improve production processes, eliminate waste, optimize workflows, and improve OEE.
12. Assure attainment of business objectives and production schedules while ensuring product standards that will exceed our customer’s expectations. Support Month End activities and ensure all production orders are closed by month end
13. Develop and manage the Production and Bakey budgets, controlling costs related to labor, equipment, and supplies.
14. Generate regular reports on key performance indicators (KPI’s) such as Safety Incident Rate, Quality KPI’s, OEE, Efficiency, Order Attainment, and others to inform strategic decisions.
15. Additional tasks/projects as assigned.

Education and/or Experience

B.A. / Masters degree (M. B. A.) or an equivalent; and eight to ten years related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Proven track record of implementing Lean, Six Sigma, or other process improvement Methodologies. Experience managing cross functional teams and leading CI initiatives. Kaizen, 5S, or other relevant process improvement experience.Proven track record of implementing Lean, Six Sigma, or other process improvement Methodologies. Experience managing cross functional teams and leading CI initiatives. Kaizen, 5S, or other relevant process improvement experience.

What we offer:

• Top-tier Medical, Dental, Vision, and Voluntary benefit plans
• Company-Matched 401K Retirement plan
• Bonus & Referral programs
• Time-Off benefits for Holidays, Vacation & Sick
• Career Development, Training, and Opportunities
• High Engagement & Team-Building Events

Statements & Disclaimers:

• MegaMex is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). All applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration, without regard to , , , , , , , , , veteran status, genetic data or any other basis covered by federal, state, or local law.
• MegaMex Foods is an E-Verify employer. All applicants must be eligible to work in the United States without restrictions for any employer at any time.
• MegaMex Foods is a drug-free workplace. All candidates are required to successfully pass a background & drug screen as a condition of employment.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions upon request. Please contact the MegaMex Foods Human Resources team for further details.
• The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be constructed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.