Operations Manager Candidate

SEEKING A ROLE AS: Operations Manager for a small or mid-sized food processing company in the manufacturing industry / food sector.

IN LOCATION: Currently living in Hazelwood, MO.

Open to relocation: Yes – CA, WA, MT, CO, TX, TN, IN, MO, VA, NC, FL

Worksite Preference: Onsite.

SKILLS & ACHIEVEMENTS:
Results-driven Operations Manager with extensive experience leading high-volume production environments in the bakery and food manufacturing industries. Proven track record of streamlining processes, enhancing operational efficiency, and maintaining strict safety and quality standards. Skilled in cross-functional leadership, inventory control, and implementing cost-saving initiatives. Adept at managing teams, driving continuous improvement, and leveraging ERP systems for inventory and operational excellence.
• Over 8 years of experience in food manufacturing and operations, specializing in process improvement and production management.
• Core skills include Lean Manufacturing, Process Improvement, Budgeting & Cost Reduction, and ERP systems (SAP, SAGE).
• Experience leading teams of up to 20+ employees across various operational departments.
• Managed cross-functional responsibilities including warehousing, shipping, receiving, production planning, and quality assurance.
• Responsible for overseeing volumes exceeding 25,000 units weekly and achieving significant reductions in inventory shortages and process inefficiencies.

EDUCATION:
High School Diploma | Francis Howell High School, St. Charles, MO

COMPENSATION:
Base salary expectation in the $160,000 range plus incentives.

If you are interested in speaking with this operations leader who:
• is looking to lead a production or operations team in the food processing industry,
• is seeking to apply their proven expertise in process improvement and team leadership to your organization, and
• is capable of driving operational excellence and safety standards, then

Contact:

Kris Binninger
krisb@kinsa.com
Contact:
Kris Binninger
krisb@kinsa.com
Worksite Preference:Open
Employment Preference:Permanent