Job description
Join Aurora Foods, a premium leader in sustainable food production, at our state-of-the-art facility in Austin, TX. We are seeking a results-driven Food Operations Manager to elevate manufacturing performance, champion food safety, and mentor cross-functional teams.
What you'll do at a glance:
- Oversee end-to-end production for multiple product lines, ensuring on-time delivery and optimal line performance.
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives to reduce waste, improve yield, and increase overall equipment effectiveness (OEE).
- Ensure HACCP, GMP, and all applicable food safety standards are strictly followed across production areas.
- Manage shift scheduling, capacity planning, and resource allocation for peak demand periods.
- Collaborate with QA, maintenance, and supply chain to drive root-cause analysis and corrective actions.
- Develop and monitor KPIs, provide data-driven insights, and report to executive leadership.
- Coach and develop frontline teams, fostering a culture of accountability, safety, and quality.
- Lead new product introductions and line-side process improvements to support innovation.
Benefits include competitive compensation, full benefits, 401(k) with match, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.
Responsibility
- Oversee end-to-end production for multiple product lines, ensuring on-time delivery and optimal line performance.
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives to reduce waste, improve yield, and increase overall equipment effectiveness (OEE).
- Ensure HACCP, GMP, and all applicable food safety standards are strictly followed across production areas.
- Manage shift scheduling, capacity planning, and resource allocation for peak demand periods.
- Collaborate with QA, maintenance, and supply chain to drive root-cause analysis and corrective actions.
- Develop and monitor KPIs, provide data-driven insights, and report to executive leadership.
- Coach and develop frontline teams, fostering a culture of accountability, safety, and quality.
- Lead new product introductions and line-side process improvements to support innovation.
Qualification
- Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Operations Management, Engineering, or a related field.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in food manufacturing or production operations.
- Strong knowledge of HACCP, GMP, SSOPs, and food safety regulations.
- Proven track record in lean manufacturing, process optimization, and cost control.
- Demonstrated leadership skills with experience coaching diverse teams.
- Excellent problem-solving, data analysis, and communication abilities.
- Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems (SAP, Oracle) and advanced Excel skills.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, hands-on manufacturing environment.