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Operations Team Manager

Job in Joplin, Jasper County, Missouri, 64803, USA
Listing for: Ajinomoto Foods
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-17
Job specializations:
  • Manufacturing / Production
    Production Manager, Operations Manager
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 60000 USD Yearly USD 60000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Operations Team Manager I

Position Summary

Responsible for delivering performance targets in Safety, Quality, Cost, and Efficiency within the assigned production area. Lead and develop the shift line team to achieve and sustain operational excellence through effective coaching, continuous improvement initiatives, and adherence to company standards. Build organizational capability to drive and maintain improvements in performance and efficiency.

Position

Essential Duties and Responsibilities Leadership & Vision
  • Lead and motivate the shift line team to meet and exceed performance standards in Safety, Quality, Cost, and Efficiency.
  • Communicate clear expectations regarding operational standards, ensuring alignment with company policies and goals.
  • Develop and execute daily, weekly, and monthly production plans, ensuring alignment with broader site and corporate goals.
  • Conduct regular team meetings to align priorities, address challenges, and recognize achievements.
  • Provide coaching and feedback for team members to ensure accountability and high performance.
Operations Excellence
  • Oversee daily production activities, ensuring line shift operation to standard and quick resolution of any production issues.
  • Identify opportunities for operational improvement and lead initiatives to increase efficiency and reduce waste.
  • Ensure adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP), and company safety policies.
  • Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) related to Safety, Quality, Cost, and Efficiency and implement corrective actions where necessary.
  • Drive adherence to operational standards and continuous improvement frameworks (e.g., Autonomous Maintenance, Focused Improvement).
Financial Management
  • Develop and manage cost performance for the line.
  • Track financial performance weekly and monthly; analyze variances and adjust plans as needed to meet financial targets.
  • Identify cost reduction opportunities through improved operational efficiency and waste reduction.
Talent & Organizational Development
  • Build a high‑performing team by recruiting, training, and developing hourly team members.
  • Foster a culture of leading with Company Purpose and Values, accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
  • Provide coaching and development opportunities to team members to enhance skills and promote career growth.
  • Lead cross‑functional training to ensure team versatility and flexibility in хориҷ production demands.
  • Ensure hourly team proficiency in key tools and systems, including:
    • Loss Analysis & Gap Analysis
    • Centerlines
    • Small Work Teams (Natural Work Teams)
    • Autonomous Maintenance
    • Focused Improvement
    • Root Cause and Corrective Action Systems
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