Head of Food Production & Operations
Core
Develop and execute manufacturing strategy, lead production planning, and drive operational excellence across multiple food manufacturing sites to support business growth and new product launches.
Role type
Senior IC Head of Food Production & Operations
Builds
Food products for retail and QSR channels
Domain
Food & Beverage Manufacturing
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Manufacturing strategy, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, production planning, OEE optimization, business continuity planning, team leadership, supply chain integration, cost management, food safety compliance, capital investment planning
Preferred skills
MBA, Master's in Operations/Manufacturing, Lean Six Sigma certification, HACCP certification, ISO 22000 certification, GMP certification
Technologies
Lean Manufacturing tools, Six Sigma methodologies, production dashboards, S&OP processes
Responsibilities
Develop manufacturing strategy aligned with growth objectives, lead production planning and execution, drive continuous improvement initiatives, build and lead high-performing production teams, ensure food safety and regulatory compliance, optimize manufacturing capacity and cost leadership
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with strategic oversight