Culinary And Nutrition Center Operations Director Potential New Business - Springfield, Mo

$80,000 - $100,000

Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K and PTO.

Compass Corporate

A Family Of Companies And Experiences

As the leading food service and support services company, Compass Group USA is known for our great people, great service and our great results. If you’ve been hungry and away from home, chances are you’ve tasted Compass Group’s delicious food and experienced our outstanding service. We have over 284,000 US associates who work in award‑winning restaurants, corporate cafes, hospitals, schools, arenas, museums, and more in all 50 states.

Our reach is constantly expanding to shape the industry and create new opportunities for innovation. Join the Compass family today!

great people. great services. great results.

Each and every individual plays a key role in the growth and legacy of our company. We know the next big idea can come from anyone. We encourage developing and attracting expertise that differentiates us as a company as we continue to raise the bar.

The Operations Director serves as the Site Leader for the (Location) food manufacturing facility, overseeing all aspects of plant operations. This leadership role is responsible for building operational talent, driving continuous improvement, and implementing lean manufacturing practices to enhance efficiency, quality, and safety. The Operations Director reports to the SVP of Operations, and is accountable for delivering sustainable improvements in safety, productivity, quality, on‑time deliveries, and inventory management while fostering a high‑performance culture.

• Develop the team to maintain and enhance a competitive edge and service to the customer.
• Lead safety awareness and implement new and innovative techniques to assure a safe working environment.
• Ensure highly disciplined compliance with all regulatory and company defined food safety and sanitation standards, systems, procedures, and practices.
• Oversee management of critical food safety programs such as SQF, sanitation, chemical control program, maintenance program, etc. for the corporation.
• Establish and maintain high visibility to employees and create a safe environment for participation. Promote hands‑on, high involvement approaches to problem solving.
• Drive a continuous improvement philosophy utilizing the Toyota Production Systems Lean Manufacturing (TPS).
• Establish a leadership climate that fosters collaboration across the enterprise. Assist the enterprise in lean application.
• Meet and exceed year‑over‑year financial targets through active continuous improvement projects and driving material and non‑material cost out of the business.
• Direct and manage the establishment and maintenance of material replenishment methods, quality standards and performance metrics in support of the organizational goals and objectives.
• Lead and mentor managers and supervisors in the development of a Winning Culture. Develop and improve the skills, knowledge and abilities of the managers and supervisors to ensure strong succession planning.
• Support the development of a range of products that will increase our market share or expand our market potential (3D).
• Excellent organization, analytical, communication and presentation skills.

• BA or BS in Operations Management, Business, Engineering or related field.
• 5 - 10 years in a Food Manufacturing Leadership Role or equivalent.
• Demonstrated understanding of Lean Manufacturing concepts.
• Proven history of increased responsibility and knowledge.

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law. Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation.

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