Job Description

Position Summary:

A leading manufacturer of premium dry coffee powder mixes for hot and iced beverages, is seeking a hands-on and detail-oriented Operations Manager to oversee day-to-day operations. This role will be responsible for managing key functional areas including Production, Quality Assurance, Purchasing, and Shipping & Receiving. The ideal candidate will bring a proactive mindset, strong leadership capabilities, and a track record of driving operational excellence in a food manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Production Management

• Lead daily operations of dry mix production lines to meet output, safety, and quality standards.
• Partner with R&D and Sales to align production schedules with demand forecasts and product launches.
• Continuously assess and improve manufacturing processes for efficiency, consistency, and scalability.

Quality Assurance

• Ensure all products meet food safety standards (e.g., FDA, GMP) and internal quality expectations.
• Supervise QA team in maintaining documentation, traceability, and routine inspections.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address and resolve quality issues promptly.

Purchasing

• Manage sourcing and procurement of raw ingredients, packaging, and operational supplies.
• Maintain relationships with suppliers, ensuring cost-effective and timely delivery.
• Monitor inventory levels and implement strategies to reduce waste and overstocking.

Shipping & Receiving

• Oversee logistics of inbound materials and outbound finished goods.
• Ensure timely and accurate fulfillment of customer orders, both domestic and international.
• Work with carriers and third-party logistics providers to optimize freight performance and cost.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Operations, Business, Supply Chain, or a related field preferred.
• 3+ years of operations or plant management experience in a food, beverage, or powder manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated experience managing multiple departments and leading cross-functional teams.
• Proficient in ERP systems and familiar with lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills.

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