Remote Position, Travel Required
A rapidly expanding food manufacturing company on a confidential search for a Vice President of Operations. This company is a new and rapidly growing food manufacturing company that’s building something special. They’re expanding fast and looking for a great candidate to join their team and oversee 3 facilities across the U.S. This is a remote position that requires travel.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
Strategic Leadership & Execution
Define and implement a unified operational strategy across all three plants aligned with company objectives.
Translate high-level business goals into site-level production and operational plans.
Act as a key member of the executive team, contributing to company-wide strategic decisions.
Ares that will oversee: Plant management | process improvement & standardization | cross-functional collaboration | people & culture leadership | capital & infrastructure planning | regulatory & compliance oversight
What they’re looking for:
10+ years of progressive operations leadership in a manufacturing environment, ideally within food or beverage
Proven experience overseeing multiple production facilities is strongly preferred
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Food Science, Supply Chain, or related field (MBA or advanced degree a plus)
HACCP, PCQI, and OSHA Certifications
Familiarity with SQF
Entrepreneurial mindset with a history of building or improving operations in high-growth or post-merger environments
Demonstrated success implementing process improvements and cost-saving initiatives
Strong leadership and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence at all levels
Willingness and ability to regularly travel to each plant as needed
What’s in it for you:
200k - 220k salary.
Travel and Vehicle rental expenses covered.
Health, medical, and dental insurance.
Parental Leave
PTO
Advancement Opportunities
Does this sound like a company where you can grow your career and make a lasting impact? If so please apply directly or send your resume to alek.scherber@gogpac.com
All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.
