Operations Leader

In constant operation since 1961, we are formerly known as a division of the J.M. Smucker Company. We are now TruRoots, LLC, makers of natural, organic foods and beverages like Santa Cruz Organic and R.W. Knudsen fruit juices and our namesake ancient grains.

The primary functions of this role are to:

· Develop skills & capability of technician workforce in conjunction with other Leaders

· Increase leadership capability of all team leaders

· Responsible for meeting quality, safety, reliability, and cost targets for production line

· Develop and maintain team scorecard, reporting out results to teams & plant leadership

· Learn and demonstrate excellent understanding of overall plant product flow including all inputs and outputs

· Identify and eliminate losses from the operation

· Manage personnel issues, i.e., payroll time, vacation planning, staffing, temporary employee staffing, training plans, and conflict resolution. (List not all-inclusive.)

· Lead autonomous maintenance efforts for teams

· Meet with each direct report employee 1:1 once per quarter at a minimum

· Complete annual Performance Appraisal for each employee on teams

· Understand labor laws and HIPPA requirements

· Proactively coach through disciplinary process and administer documentation as needed

· Ensure any safety, quality or process improvement is completed to maintain high standard of production efficiency

· Improve sanitation and start-up execution

· Manage sanitation procedures & documentation for team

· Always manage with servant leadership style as a foundation

· Preserve Company culture & values

KEY CAPABILITIES and METRICS

· Excellent trouble-shooting and problem-solving skills

· Excellent organizational skills applying to people, projects, and data

· Ability to coach operating teams to meet or exceed Company expectations

· Self-motivated and works independently with minimal supervision

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills

· Computer aptitude (Microsoft Office, ERP system, Kronos, etc.)

• Willingness to work a schedule that most effectively supports the organization. This could include beginning of shift or overnights.
• Collaboration: demonstrate ability to work effectively across organization boundaries and with diverse teams.
• Leadership: Demonstrate ability to lead and influence a lean organization to deliver business needs

## Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred
• Previous experience in a manufacturing environment
• Previous people management experience required
• Mechanical aptitude & general process knowledge

## Additional Information

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Supplemental Pay:

• Bonus pay

Experience:

• Manufacturing: 3 years (Required)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)
• Night Shift (Required)
• Overnight Shift (Required)

Information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.