B. Riley Farber Executive Search
Location
Bradford, ON | Canada
Job description
Are you an individual deeply impassioned by the intricacies of company operations, capable of steering a team towards project excellence? Is your enthusiasm directed towards products and brands, fueling your ability to inquire, actively listen, and proactively drive initiatives forward? As an energetic and self-motivated individual with a robust operational foundation, this opportunity to spearhead and shape day-to-day operational requirements is bound to ignite your excitement. If this sounds like a great opportunity where your leadership will be instrumental in thrusting operational success, then please see below for more details.
Our client, a thriving global enterprise with expanding operations across North America, South America, and Europe, is seeking a dynamic Director, Operations to spearhead the secure execution of activities and uphold the consistency and quality of products at their primary production facility in Bradford, ON. Renowned for their vertical integration, they maintain control over the entire product lifecycle, demonstrating an unwavering passion for customer satisfaction. This newly established role is pivotal within the operations group, offering a unique opportunity to contribute significantly to strategic planning, forecasting, and overall business initiatives at the facility. The Director, Operations will be a driving force in propelling the company towards industry excellence.
As the Director, Operations, you will have/be…
- Responsible for day-to-day execution and long-term planning of manufacturing, sanitation, packaging, warehousing, and maintenance of the facility
- Provide support to those supporting the operations, having accountability for safety, quality, cost, and delivery of the products
- Actively participate in the Internal Responsibility System, including the completion of safety inspections, accident investigations, and the Joint Health and Safety Committee to ensure safe working conditions for all team members
- Responsible for identifying measures of performance and actions required to achieve organizational goals and objectives, as well as continuous improvement opportunities
- Skilled in data analysis and interpretation, including strong analytical and problem-solving skills and a high level of attention to detail
- Establishing and maintaining excellent business relationships with key support groups including Quality Assurance, Production Planning, Health Safety & Environment, Finance, Engineering, Product Development, and Security
In the first 12 months, you will…- Work closely and partner with the Senior Director, Operations and cross-functional stakeholders in the development of strategic plans, including workforce and capacity planning.
- Develop and maintain professional relationships with all external vendors and contractors.
- Be responsible for maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements, including effective investigations, validation protocols, change controls, and SOP/process updates
- Partner with the Quality Assurance Manager to ensure compliance with GMP practices and regulatory requirements in all domestic and international regions supplied by the facility.
- Build confidence across the operations to help leaders understand production costs and areas for improvements
- Become the “go to” person for anything related to the facility and its functions
As an experienced professional you will have…- A Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in Engineering, Science or Finance
- Previous experience in a leadership role within manufacturing or in a relevant industry, including food, health care, pharmaceuticals, alcohol and beverages, etc.
- Previous experience managing sites or teams of 100+ employees and successfully coaching and mentoring leaders to grow within their own career
- Experience in a GMP environment is highly preferred
- Strong leadership, communication, and influencing skills, and the ability to collaborate cross-functionally
- Ability to engage and excite diverse teams to identify common goals, drive consensus, and manage conflict
- Exceptional change management skills adopting and implementing tools and programs
- Proven ability to develop and build high-performing teams and strong cross-functional stakeholder relationships
- Ability to think strategically, problem-solve and make quick decisions
- A high degree of accountability for results, striving to meet and exceed expectations, owning and learning from opportunities
Additional items you bring with you... - Demonstrated knowledge of process and system implementation, including ERP systems
- Working knowledge of planning and forecasting systems is an asset
- Experience with Lean methodology or other continuous improvement tools and working knowledge of statistical process control
You’re the ideal candidate if you…
Enjoy being part of a collaborative team and being at the facility on a daily basis
A curious professional who challenges the status quo and asks questions to understand business needs and drive value
A strategic navigator who can link operational performance drivers to financial outcomes and improve objectives in a fast-paced environment
- A self-starter with a strong work ethic who can operate with little direction and can proactively identify solutions
- A natural communicator who can present complex issues to senior leaders in simple formats to influence decision-making
- A positive team player who can build cross-functional relationships to satisfy agendas and objectives
The role is based out of the company’s largest manufacturing facility in Bradford, ON, and will work closely with other facility/site leaders to coordinate efforts and gain efficiency.
Reporting and working hand-in-hand with the Sr Director, Operations, it will be a team effort to deliver on key initiatives. This is a very exciting role for the right person who loves operations and leading a large team.
If you are interested, please apply immediately.
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