Business Unit Manager
Core
Strategic leader directing all aspects of a designated business unit across every shift, ensuring efficient execution of production processes and compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards.
Role type
Business Unit Manager (Manufacturing)
Builds
Production processes and operational performance for food manufacturing business units
Domain
Food manufacturing / Industrial operations
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Strategic leadership, team building and development, KPI management, resource allocation, continuous improvement, data analysis, regulatory compliance (OSHA, SQF, HACCP), cross-functional partnership
Preferred skills
Food industry experience, digital tools for operational performance, R&D collaboration
Technologies
Digital tools and systems for operational performance
Responsibilities
Ensure workplace safety and compliance with OSHA and company policies; Oversee adherence to food safety, quality, and environmental standards; Lead line structure team performance and facilitate Daily Direction Setting meetings; Translate meeting issues into actionable plans; Facilitate Weekly Daily Management System meetings; Conduct Monthly Business Unit Reviews; Develop and execute 90-day performance plans; Manage training programs and validate team competency; Partner with R&D for product innovation; Collaborate with HR on investigations; Monitor ingredient usage and labor efficiency; Coordinate with maintenance and engineering; Partner with plant leadership for resources and challenges
Seniority
Mid-level manager, hands-on leadership