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J&J Snack Foods

Operations Manager

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $95,000.00 - $105,000.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Training and Development
Career advancement opportunities

Job Description

J&J Snack Foods has been a prominent leader and innovator in the snack food industry for over 50 years. The company provides a wide range of branded snack foods to foodservice and retail supermarket outlets across the United States. Known for iconic products such as SUPERPRETZEL, ICEE, and Dippin' Dots, J&J Snack Foods has cultivated a strong brand presence in the snack market. Additionally, the company offers other well-known brands including LUIGI'S Real Italian Ice, The Funnel Cake Factory Funnel Cakes, and Hola Churros, which contribute to its diverse product portfolio. Beyond snacks, J&J Snack Foods maintains a significant footprint... Show More

Job Requirements

  • BS/BA degree preferred not required
  • Minimum five years food manufacturing experience
  • Minimum five years managerial experience
  • Excellent organization and time management skills
  • Strong communication skills
  • Skilled in PowerPoint design and ideation
  • Innovative, problem solver, flexible, and able to juggle multiple priorities
  • Self-motivated with the ability to multi-task, prioritize, and adapt well to change

Job Qualifications

  • BS/BA degree preferred not required
  • Minimum five years food manufacturing experience
  • Minimum five years managerial experience
  • Excellent organization and time management skills
  • Strong communication skills
  • Skilled in PowerPoint design and ideation
  • Innovative and problem-solving abilities
  • Flexibility and adaptability to juggle multiple priorities
  • Self-motivated and able to prioritize workload
  • Ability to work collaboratively with support groups
  • Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practice, Food Defense, Food Safety, and SQF programs

Job Duties

  • Lead manufacturing process to achieve company goals
  • Direct staff of Production Supervisors, Foreman, and hourly employees
  • Manage process flow to meet daily customer orders
  • Develop contingency plans during breakdowns to ensure order fulfillment
  • Manage raw material usage and establish goals
  • Design and implement processes to improve performance
  • Manage all costs associated with manufacturing process to meet budget standards
  • Manage Job Safety Analysis process including reviews and updates
  • Manage Food Defense Process to meet FDA Food Protection Plan guidelines
  • Manage temporary staffing agencies and control labor expenditures
  • Ensure product quality and customer satisfaction by interacting with QA and customers
  • Maintain statistical process control process and develop SPC charts
  • Implement cost savings projects
  • Establish new product labor and ingredient usage standards accurately
  • Establish packaging requirements for materials and size
  • Design new process flows to accommodate new product development including equipment selection and line modifications
  • Enforce company and employee policies consistently
  • Ensure compliance with employee Union contract
  • Communicate and maintain productive interaction with support groups
  • Follow and support Good Manufacturing Practice, Food Defense, Food Safety, and SQF programs
  • Perform other duties as assigned by management
  • Cover duties of Production Manager in their absence

Job Qualifications

Experience

Expert Level (7+ years)

Job Location

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