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Ontario, CA, US, 91761
Employment Type:
Salaried
Work Arrangement:
Onsite
Position Summary
The Area Manager is responsible for overseeing the development and implementation of the strategic vision for the area of responsibility. They should focus on meeting production goals, quality, safety, people leadership, engagement, and financial performance. The role involves leading, motivating, and developing the area team to achieve high performance and mutual success for the overall plant. An Area Manager also directs daily operations, coaches employees, resolves issues, thinks strategically, drives continuous improvement, manages cross‑functional communication, leads the triad (training lead and OPEX engineer), fuels growth, plans staffing, and ensures overall area performance.
The area manager acts as a driver of innovation, success, and sustainability within their assigned area while contributing to the plant’s overall strategy.
Major Duties And Responsibilities
Oversee the development and implementation of the strategic vision and business plan within the assigned business unit; responsible for 24/7 ownership of an entire area or business unit.
True ownership of an entire area or business unit; oversee financial ownership, approvals, cost savings, KPIs, people staffing, scheduling, planning, training, staff development, CAPEX execution, project leadership, and performance management.
Attend specified meetings and provide detailed reports to the operations manager.
Ensure production goals and product specifications are met; resolve issues as they arise, monitor the production process, and communicate cross‑functionally to resolve problems quickly.
Lead the training lead to ensure the area team is trained and cross‑trained; maintain compliance with all company policies, GMP, and housekeeping; establish bench strength and conduct talent assessments.
Lead the OPEX engineer’s daily direction; hold the Area Manager accountable for OEE initiatives in the business unit, directing and participating in related initiatives.
Education And Experience
Bachelor’s Degree in Production Management, Business, or equivalent experience.
5‑10 years of experience in Production Management or Business.
Prior supervisory and/or managerial experience in a food manufacturing environment preferred.
Knowledge And Skills
Superior planning, coordination, analytical, observational, strategic, and coaching skills combined with people leadership and initiative for change.
Knowledge of manufacturing facility packaging, equipment, and capacity.
Processing and batching experience is a strong plus.
Ability to motivate, lead, and engage employees.
Excellent problem‑solving skills and strong work ethic.
Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office and Outlook.
Proven ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing with all levels to achieve results.
Why Join Us
Medical, Prescription, Dental, & Vision coverage beginning on your 1st day for eligible employees.
Profit Sharing and 401(k) matching (after eligible criteria is met).
Paid Vacation, Sick Time, and Holidays.
Employee Appreciation Events and Employee Assistance Programs.
Salary Base Range of $ - $*.
Annual bonus (based on the incentive program terms and conditions).
The “base salary range” provided above is a good faith estimate of what we expect to pay for this position in the specified markets;
Ventura Foods reserves the right to pay outside of the given range based on a variety of factors such as candidate skills, complexity of the job, budgetary factors, and location/geography. Regular reviews of compensation ranges are conducted, and the range may be altered at any time.
Physical Demands
All jobs require sufficient physical strength and dexterity to perform the required tasks and typically also require intermittent sitting, standing, walking, climbing, squatting, kneeling, pushing, and pulling. Occasional lifting or moving up to 50 pounds or more with assistance may also be required. Please see the job description for specific requirements.
Work Environment
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Requirements
Typical shifts…
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