[US-DC] Operations Manager
Core
Strategic operational leadership for food production and fulfillment, optimizing productivity, quality, and cost while leading a large team.
Role type
Senior Operations Manager (Food Manufacturing/Production)
Builds
Production lines, fulfillment operations, and customer delivery processes for HelloFresh meal kits.
Domain
Food manufacturing / Direct-to-consumer eCommerce fulfillment
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work -> physical/clinical work (production operations)
Required skills
Operational leadership, production planning, team management (100+), cost optimization, process improvement, food safety compliance, strategic forecasting
Preferred skills
Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, APICS, Kaizen
Technologies
Microsoft Office, Google Workspace
Responsibilities
Oversee day-to-day production operations and ensure on-time order delivery; Drive continuous development in production, quality, cost, and delivery initiatives; Coach and lead the Production team for career progression; Monitor communication between production lines to eliminate downtime; Establish procedures and metrics to drive productivity and optimization; Analyze areas for improvement in cost savings and lead times; Develop operational procedures for outgoing shipments and product handling; Assist in strategic planning and forecasting to resolve production issues.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with strategic oversight