Director of Operations

Join our amazing family of professionals at Sigma! We believe in truly taking care of our associates to ensure they feel empowered to be their best selves at work. You are not just applying for a job, this is the start of a new career with a fast-growing, innovative global food organization. Ready for your next opportunity? Come join our table!

POSITION SUMMARY

Lead overall assigned plant operation to ensure the achievement of production objectives at the lowest cost consistent with the company’s quality standards and customer delivery requirements; oversee operations of plant production; ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

· Direct the planning, development, and administration of assigned plant operation to include production operations, manufacturing activities, operational schedules maintenance, logistics, industrial engineering, purchasing quality, and financial.

· Direct the administration and maintenance of plant policies and practices.

· Oversee shift production schedules; review production and operating reports and resolves operational, manufacturing, and maintenance problems to ensure minimum costs and prevent operational delays.

· Lead and oversee plant programs including preventative maintenance, operational efficiency of equipment, capital expenditures, security, quality, and food safety; provide recommendations for improving efficiency.

· Develop, lead and implement action plans to meet performance objectives and cost-effective systems goals; monitor KPIs, operating expenditures, personnel and wages.

· Guide production team to resolve work related problems; provide recommendations.

· Partner and develop relationships with key stakeholders as it relates to plant operations; obtain and review proposals; negotiate contracts including utility rates and adherence to regulations (i.e wastewater discharge); makes recommendations for selection

· Manage and supervise direct reports to include talent attraction and retention training, performance management evaluation, development, and coaching personnel.

· Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

· Bachelor’s Degree or four (4) years’ work-related experience

· Seven (7) years of manufacturing experience

· Five (5) years of supervisory experience

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

· SQF certification

· HACCP certification

· Bilingual in English and Spanish

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITITES (KSA’s)

· Strong leadership and management skills

· Effective interpersonal skills

· Effective written, verbal and presentation skills, with ability to present to all staff levels.

· Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

· Strong analytical and negotiation skills with attention to detail.

· Ability to self-motivate and possess independent problem solving.

· Effective relationship building skills.

· Efficient project management skills

ENVIRONMENTAL/WORKING CONDITIONS

· Office and plant environment with exposure to noise, equipment, and machinery

· Facility temperature varies between 32 and 95 degrees, may occasionally exceed 95 degrees.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

· Ability to sit and/or stand for long periods of time.

· Working hours will be spent in the plant or office environment.

· Safety gear, such as goggles, gloves, and helmets should be worn on a regular basis.

COMPENSATION

· Depending on geography, skills, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

· This position is eligible for an incentive bonus, based on the achievements of company targets and individual performance expectations.

BENEFITS

The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:

· medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, short-term disability insurance, 10 days paid time off, paid parental leave, paid holidays, & state mandated sick time, if applicable

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Sigma provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Sigma complies with applicable federal, state and locals’ laws, including fair employment practices and equal employment opportunity when conducting recruiting and hiring, governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus opportunities

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Manufacturing: 7 years (Required)
• supervisor: 5 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Safe Quality Food Certification (Preferred)
• HACCP Certification (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Altus, OK 73521: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person