Operations Manager
Golden State Foods
Conyers GA 30013 US
Description
ABOUT GOLDEN STATE FOODS
Golden State Foods is a distinguished leader in the food service industry, offering an extensive array of products and services to a diverse clientele. Rooted in the values of quality service and integrity, we are dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive atmosphere where employees can advance, innovate, and contribute to our ongoing success.
ABOUT THE JOB
The Operations Manager plans and manages liquid products production operations to meet GSF objectives for quality, efficiency and customer satisfaction.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Plan and coordinate liquid product operations for a specific product (e.g., ketchup, sauce, etc.) to ensure that department and GSF objectives for productivity and quality are met or exceeded.
Manages assigned staff, including recruiting and selecting employees, assigning work, providing training and development, evaluating performance, and building a motivated, effective team to ensure that organizational goals for diversity, career development, productivity, performance management and employee involvement are met.
Coordinate communication with staff, maintenance, and other departments to ensure effective operations and to meet the production requirements of internal and external customers.
Monitor and evaluate statistical data, operation procedures, and other information to maximize operational efficiencies and to ensure compliance with customer, GSF, and regulatory agency policies and regulations.
LEADERSHIP/MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY
Manages, through subordinate supervisors, up to 100 mostly hourly employees
WHAT YOU'LL NEED
Education/Certification:
Bachelor’s degree in food science, accounting, or business administration from an accredited vocational, technical or junior college institution
Experience:
7 to 10 years of relevant work experience in a manufacturing environment with increasing supervisory experience
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Food safety concepts and techniques
- Management concepts and techniques
- Project management concepts and techniques
- Budgetary concepts and procedures
- Maintenance/mechanical concepts and procedures
- PC word processing/spreadsheet software
Skill and ability to:
- Manage and motivate employees in a team-based environment
- Identify problems or irregularities for early resolution
- Communicate and coordinate effectively with employees verbally and in writing
- Communicate and coordinate effectively with internal and external customers
- Work effectively in a general business environment, with a focus on high levels of quality and customer service
- Act in accordance with GSF’s Values and Creed
WHY JOIN US
Golden State Foods (GSF) is one of the largest diversified suppliers in the food industry, manufacturing a range of products including sauces, dressings, condiments, syrups, and toppings for leading restaurant and retail brands.
Join GSF and grow your career with a global food industry leader who:
- ?People First: At Golden State Foods, we're not just a company; we're a dynamic community where your talents are celebrated, and your ambitions are nurtured.
- Values Driven: Our core values drive everything we do, creating a culture of innovation, integrity, and excellence. But we're not content with just being great; we strive for greatness in every aspect of our work.
- People Development: At GSF we strive to continually develop our people to prepare us all for the needs of tomorrow.
- Philanthropy & Sustainability: We're committed to making a difference beyond our walls through philanthropy and sustainability efforts across all our locations around the globe.
- Extensive Benefits: Golden State Foods believes in a holistic approach to wellness focusing on the whole person with benefits that support those needs.
We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Our company values diverse perspectives and is committed to creating an inclusive and respectful workplace where every person is supported and empowered to thrive.