Operations Manager
Synerfac Technical Staffing
Goldsboro, NC
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JOB DETAILS
LOCATION
Goldsboro, NC
POSTED
12 days ago
Job Responsibilities -
- Direct all aspects of daily plant operations, ensuring production targets are achieved in alignment with safety and quality expectations.
- Build, manage, and mentor a team of production supervisors and floor staff.
- Track and analyze operational metrics and lead efforts to address performance gaps.
- Champion lean manufacturing and process improvement strategies.
- Maintain and enforce compliance with food safety regulations and audit standards.
- Serve as a primary point of coordination between production, quality assurance, procurement, and shipping/logistics.
- Take ownership of departmental budgets and cost control initiatives,.
- Utilize ERP platforms and inventory management tools to support operational decision-making.
Job Requirements -
- Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, or a closely related discipline.
- At least 5 years of experience in a food manufacturing or processing environment.
- At least 3 years in a leadership capacity overseeing production teams or plant operations.
- Solid understanding of food safety compliance standards and regulations.
- Hands-on experience with ERP systems and a data-driven approach to performance management and KPI reporting.
- Ability to collaborate effectively across departments, including quality, maintenance, production, and supply chain functions.
- Excellent communication, analytical, and leadership skills with the ability to operate strategically while staying connected to floor-level operations.
- Professional certifications in HACCP, Six Sigma, SQF, or Lean Manufacturing are a plus.
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