Operations Manager - Food Contract Manufacturing

Location: Fort Worth, TX

Status: Full Time / Exempt

Salary Range: $100,000 - $130,000

About the Client:

Kinetica are partnered with a rapidly growing food contract manufacturer on a new Operations Manager position. This position will be an integral role in the facilities leadership team.

Responsibilities

• Manage production teams, including superintendents, supervisors, and staff.
• Provide training, support, and foster a positive work environment.
• Plan, coordinate, and monitor production to meet targets and schedules.
• Optimize resource use (labor, equipment, materials) for efficiency.
• Implement and maintain efficient production processes to reduce waste.
• Manage operational budget and control spending.
• Improve production sequencing to increase daily output.
• Lead cross-functional teams to resolve issues.
• Ensure product quality meets standards and specifications.
• Implement and monitor quality control procedures.
• Identify and resolve root causes of quality issues.
• Enforce safety protocols and regulatory compliance.
• Conduct safety audits and inspections.
• Identify and implement process improvements.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain accurate production records and reports.
• Present production performance updates to senior management.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations Management, and/or Business is preferred.
• Must have experience working in a warehouse and manufacturing environment.
• Previous experience as a supervisor or higher-level management position.
• Experience with Raw Proteins and Meat Processing is essential.