Director of Operations Location: Dinuba, CA Salary: $200,000–$230,000 annually Bonuses: 30% Short-Term Incentive (STI) and 30% Long-Term Incentive (LTI) Relocation: Eligible (Preference for candidates from California)

Job Overview: We are seeking a highly experienced Director of Operations to lead the operational activities at a large-scale food production facility in Dinuba, CA. This role encompasses full responsibility for Operations, Maintenance, Sanitation, and Shipping/Receiving. The successful candidate will drive excellence in product quality, efficiency, safety, cost control, and schedule attainment.

This is an exceptional opportunity for a leader with a strong background in USDA-regulated environments, ammonia refrigeration systems, and managing facilities with over 1,500 employees.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement both short- and long-term manufacturing strategies.
• Lead, manage, and grow the operations team while driving continuous improvement initiatives.
• Partner with senior leadership and provide operational expertise to achieve organizational goals.
• Oversee equipment needs and maintain high standards of plant efficiency.
• Build and nurture strategic partnerships with vendors and customers.
• Establish, implement, and monitor operational policies and objectives.
• Spearhead technical projects and new line implementations.
• Evaluate and adjust organizational performance to meet objectives.
• Prepare technical budgets, manage resources effectively, and set project deadlines.
• Lead efforts to improve production techniques, incorporate new technologies, and address workforce needs.
• Monitor department costs and prepare operational budgets.
• Oversee recruiting, hiring, performance evaluations, and compensation adjustments.

Key Talents: Strategic thinker, proactive manager, results-oriented, strong negotiator, team builder/player, financially savvy, organized and disciplined, with a strong work ethic and irreproachable integrity.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Engineering, Business, or a related field (MBA preferred).
• Minimum 10 years of experience in the frozen food industry and/or USDA-regulated environment.
• Familiarity with ammonia refrigeration systems in large facilities.
• Experience with Mexican food products or frozen Asian handheld products is a plus.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and project management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish is a plus.
• Familiarity with M3, EAM, and Red Zone is a bonus.

Why Join Us? This role is central to our mission of maintaining high standards of operational excellence and continued growth. With a competitive salary, robust incentives, and relocation support, you’ll have the resources to succeed while making a significant impact.