Director of Operations

Personnel Associates

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Chicago, IL, us on site Until 8/22/2026 H-1B sponsor history First posted March 26, 2025 Last posted March 26, 2025
Job description

Foods & Beverages Manufacturing


Director of Operations - $145-165K + Bonus  – Food & Beverage Manufacturing  – Responsible for coordinating, planning and
executing of the company’s processing operations. Provide overall direction and
guidance of the day-to-day operational activities for 3 plants. Build an
organizational culture of continuous improvement using Six Sigma, Lean, Deming,
etc.;  Lead Plant Managers to meet or
exceed operational goals and objectives. Establish and monitor co-worker
performance and developmental goals and objectives, conducting annual
performance appraisals and salary adjustments. Take any necessary action to
prevent food safety and food quality problems.

BS
degree required; MBA or Masters degree preferred - 8+ years of progressive operational and multi-plant managerial
experience in a complex food
and/or beverage manufacturing environment. Food industry, HAACP and SQF experience required  - Large and small company experience is
acceptable; The ability
to prioritize, follow through and achieve results;  Knowledge
and experience with all OSHA and REI safety regulations. 30-40 % travel between
facilities is required.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

About this role

Summary

Oversee operations across 3 plants, ensure food safety, quality, and operational efficiency.

Job title

Director of Operations

Experience level

8+ years

Industry

food and beverage manufacturing

Location requirements

must be based in Chicago, IL, with 30-40% travel, remote not specified

Salary

$145-165K

Visa sponsorship

H-1B sponsor history

Management role

Yes

Skills & keywords

Required skills

food industryhaccpsqfoshareliabilitymulti-plant management

Preferred skills

continuous improvementleansix sigmafood safetyfood quality

Specializations

food manufacturingoperationsquality assurancesafety compliance
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Chicago, IL, USA

On-site City