Director of Operations/Operations Manager, Fancypants Baking Co., Walpole, MA.

Fancypants Baking Co.
Fancypants Baking Co. is a Boston-area cookie manufacturer and industry leader in baking healthier-for-you snacks using fresh, simple, non-GMO ingredients; we supply supermarkets, specialty food stores and online customers nationwide. We are currently seeking an experienced Director of Operations who is passionate about natural, hand-crafted products and who is committed to growth, high quality standards and leadership by example.

Job Responsibilities

1. Oversee commercial bakery with departments including baking, decorating, packaging, shipping and receiving

Lead managers and staff to deliver and exceed performance metrics in areas of safety, quality, production, costs, and inventory management
Oversee coordination and scheduling of production to meet sales and marketing demand levels
Develop policies and procedures to improve bakery efficiencies
Assume 24/7 accountability for all aspects of production and facility management

2. Ensure compliance with all safety, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and company policies.

Perform production area walk-throughs, investigate problem areas, and implement solutions
Lead 3rd party audit programs
Ensure bakery is inspection ready at all times
Ensure that all department adhere to cleanliness and operational standards
Set forth standards for safety
Ensure accident/loss prevention and security policies are followed

3. People Management

Be an active part of all human resource functions including hiring, training, and disciplining staff for all departments
Create a positive atmosphere where ongoing support and training is part of company culture
Conduct regular employee and team performance reviews
Review and approve employee timecards

4. Evaluate bakery performance, monitor expenses and resolve internal issues

Ensure all departments perform within budgeted operating standards
Maintain all production reporting related to inventory, ingredient usage, and labor
Maintain bakery equipment according to schedule and within established budgetary guidelines.
Ensure product meets customer specifications and expectations

Internal Communication
Meet and communicate regularly with Directors of sales, marketing and purchasing

Job Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree and 5+ years in food or pharmaceutical production with significant management responsibilities
Demonstrated knowledge of manufacturing, warehousing and distribution
Demonstrated track record of leadership, coaching and creating a positive, team-oriented work environment
Superior communication skills
Ability to think independently and problem solve
Desire to continuously grow and improve
Detail-oriented and highly organized
Strong computer skills, including experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, and business management systems

Additional Requirements
Requires strong working knowledge of:

Lean manufacturing and process improvements
Inventory control
Production scheduling
Team Building

Compensation

A tremendous opportunity to get in on the ground floor of a rapidly growing company
Competitive salary, based on education, experience, and other qualifications
Harvard Pilgrim Health Insurance
Two weeks paid vacation, plus all major holidays off

Fancypants Baking Co.
160 Elm St.
Walpole, MA 02081

Please send letter of introduction and resume to: [email protected]