Director of Operations

Director of Operations – Dallas, TX

About Our Client:
Our client is a leading company in the food industry, committed to delivering high-quality goods and innovative production solutions. With a focus on operational excellence and growth, they seek a dynamic leader to oversee their manufacturing facility.

What Our Client Offers You:

• Salary Range: $150,000 – $175,000
• Bonus Package: $1,000 retention bonus and an annual bonus equivalent to one month’s gross salary
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid Time Off for holidays, vacation, and sick leave
• Relocation Assistance Offered

What You’ll Do:
As the Director of Operations, you will provide strategic leadership to optimize the client’s manufacturing processes, improve efficiency, and foster a culture of safety and continuous improvement. Your role is vital in transforming operational performance and supporting long-term growth.

• Oversee production, packaging, maintenance, and supply chain management for a 24/7 facility.
• Drive operational improvements to increase output  to full potential, addressing inefficiencies and staffing challenges.
• Lead and develop a team of managers and supervisors, fostering a positive, safety-first culture.
• Collaborate with engineering and quality teams to ensure compliance with GMP, FDA, HACCP, and SQF standards.
• Manage budgets, control costs, and implement Lean/Six Sigma initiatives to reduce waste and improve productivity.
• Support facility expansion plans, including managing capital projects and growth initiatives.

Qualifications You Have:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Food Science, Engineering, Supply Chain, Business, or related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive operations management experience in food manufacturing.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and manage a large team of 100+ employees.
• Experience with industrial manufacturing equipment, process optimization, and safety protocols.
• Bilingual Spanish/English skills are preferred but not mandatory.

How to Apply:
If you like what you see here, please Apply Now to submit your resume. A real, live Kinsa Group Recruiter, Tiffany Nazer, will review your information and get in touch if we think you’re a great fit. But, if you’d rather, please drop an email to tiffanyn@kinsa.com.

Recruiter Information:
Tiffany Nazer
tiffanyn@kinsa.com