Plant Operations Manager

## Plant Operations Manager Apply locations:
Ziegenfelder
- Chinotime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Yesterday job requisition :
R-2588
** Plant Operations Manager
***
* Location:

Chino, California
**** Salary Range: 90k – 117k*
* ** POSITION
* * As the Plant Operations Manager at our Chino, California location, you will lead, direct and oversee all daily functions which include production, maintenance, safety, food safety, quality and shipping & receiving. You will be expected to utilize strategic capabilities and bring strong leadership and management abilities to the tactical implementation of those strategies. You will set appropriate goals and KPIs based on production and operational expectations.  

Additionally, you will work collaboratively with the COO and Zieggy Leadership Team in making decisions benefiting our tribe, our customers, and our community.

Our tribe members are the heart and soul of Ziegenfelder. Your skills as a change agent will positively inspire, influence, and engage the Chino tribe to feel valued, motivated and part of the Ziegenfelder family. This includes hiring top talent, providing them with the tools to be successful, working to develop their talents, and successfully growing their careers.

Leading by example is a must. You will need to demonstrate initiative, personal accountability, integrity, and credibility, as well as, openness to change. Your actions and decisions will be made with the Zieggy Essentials in mind.

Come thrive at Ziegenfelder with your true passion for people, operations, creating quality product, and your ability to embrace a fast-paced, changing environment. Bring leadership, inspiration & innovation to cultivate our remarkable workforce and deliver a positive business impact.
** ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
** The Ziegenfelder Plant Operations Manager is responsible for:
* Leading the day-to-day manufacturing operations and overall plant performance to include safety, production, quality standards, shipping, receiving, scheduling and maintenance ensuring that quality product is delivered on time and within specification to our customers.
* Helping drive and implement necessary training and procedures ensuring compliance with various government regulations including OSHA, FDA, SQF, HACCP, etc.
* Creating an environment of open communication within the Chino facility, as well as, across all four facilities.
* Monitoring production, staffing, quality, and financial data to ensure quality product and safe, efficient operation of the plant.
* Developing manufacturing organizational, operational, and financial strategies for continuous improvement of plant operations.
* Coordinating with COO/Vice President, Plant Operations to plan and implement CAPEX expenditures at the plant.
* Inspiring a culture of leadership, learning and development by consistently coaching and developing leaders at all levels throughout the facility.
* Establishing strong partnerships and collaboration with Leadership Tribe, to further focus on production, safety, food safety and people.
* Partnering with Production Supervisors and other department heads to ensure appropriate staffing models and staffing levels are in place.
** LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES
** Leaders at all levels and in all roles at Ziegenfelder strive to demonstrate leadership competencies. As a Plant Operations Manager, you will demonstrate:
* Integrity:
Is direct and truthful, is ethical in making decisions and speaks candidly about tough issues. Is open-minded and listens to tribe members at all levels.  Is widely trusted by others and keeps confidences.
* Self-awareness:
Has an accurate picture of strengths and weaknesses and is willing to improve.
* Accountability:
Seeks to take responsibility before placing blame. Able to react when unexpected problems arise, and proactive in developing plans to prevent problems from reoccurring.  Admits mistakes, owns failures and commits to deliver expectations and responsibilities.
* Credibility:
Makes decisions and problem solves based on regulations, facts, data and science.
Clearly understands and communicates performance standards and expectations to others and is willing to hold self and others…