The Multi-Site Operations Manager is a hands-on manager responsible for all planning, production, quality and costs at three facilities. The position has direct reports of all three plant managers (Massachusetts – 200,000sf, Ohio – 500,000sf & Canada – 50,000sf), along with taking direct ownership of the machine-filling lines and coordinating the efforts of the company’s safety manager. However, this role will be heavily involved in the day-to-day operations, especially with the management of the 60+ pieces of equipment in Massachusetts that runs on 2 shifts for 50% of the year. This newly created position will report directly to the VP Operations and will be split his/her time between Massachusetts (80%), Ohio (15%) and Canada (5%).
The ideal candidate for this position is a results-driven and strategic leader with progressive experience in operations management within manufacturing and distribution environments and a desire for growth and development. This position offers a dynamic career path for a motivated Operations Manager seeking long-term growth, starting in a hands-on leadership role. Responsible for overseeing daily plant operations, warehouse coordination, production planning and team performance for Green Garden multi-site operations. We believe in investing in our team! If you're looking to build your career, this is the opportunity for you. Strong performance can lead to advancement into roles such as Sr. Operations Manager and a future in executive leadership.
Responsibilities:
• Plan, organize, direct and run optimum daily operations to exceed expectations
• Responsibility for production planning, output, standard costs and quality standards
• Recruit and oversee the management team and supervisors, mechanics, and operators
• Collect, monitor and analyze operational data to trigger corrective actions
• Report, track and achieve standard costs for all production
• Coordinate second shift and flow between the shifts for a smooth transition
• Manage production orders in the seed room and process orders on each machine
• Responsible for organizing and scheduling annual PMs for each machine and supervising process
• Responsible for purchasing and cost control of all repairs, maintenance and prioritization of mechanics
• Recommend process improvements and capital projects to improve efficiency
• Promote a trusting and positive working culture in all plants
• Responsible for all Safety Practices
• Stay up to date with the latest production management best practices and concepts
• Other duties as assigned to support operations
Requirements:
• High School diploma or equivalent
• Extremely Organized with strong mechanical skills
• Proven ability to manage production with tight cost control
• Proven strong management skills in an operations or production setting
• 10+ years minimum supervisory experience with preference of internal promotions
• Ability to analyze and adjust to meet production standards in a complicated setting
• Positive attitude willing to lead by example with commitment to excellence
• Adequate knowledge of business and management principles
• Familiarity with heavy equipment and technical expertise to help manage mechanics
• Computer literacy
• Bi-Lingual is helpful
• Strong team building, decision-making and people management skills
• Excellent communication skills
Benefits Package and Employee Programs
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Free Life and Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401k with 3% company match and annual employer discretionary contribution
• Paid time off and Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Access to thousands of free online courses
• Discounts on cell phones, movie tickets, gym memberships, and more!
• Access to on-demand pay
At Central Garden & Pet (NASDAQ: CENT and CENTA), we believe home is at the center of our lives, and our employees are driven by our purpose to nurture happy and healthy homes. Our company is made up of thousands of people across North America, with an emerging footprint across the U.K., Mexico, China, and Canada - all dedicated to helping gardens bloom bigger, pets live healthier and communities grow stronger. We are united by our mission to lead the future of the garden and pet industries…one blade of grass and one wagging tail at a time. Visit our website at www.central.com to learn more.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law. Green Garden Products participates in E-Verify.
