Job Details

Operations Manager

• Direct-hire
• Portland, OR
• On-site
• Food Production

What you should know: Mulberry has partnered with a Pacific Northwest Food and Beverage Production Company to hire an Operations Manager. In this role, you will oversee production operations, QA, distribution logistics, and other strategic operations! You will also work with other management all while helping to uphold the company's commitment to excellence.

A day in the life:

• Hire, train, and ensure staff adherence to safety, GMP, Standard Sanitation Operating Procedures (SSOP), and company policies.
• Oversee daily office operations, managing inventories, including finished products and materials.
• Perform daily tasks such as HACCP record-keeping, inventory updates, production logs, and shipping/receiving (Federal and State compliant).
• Foster strong relationships with suppliers and key customers to secure competitive products and pricing.
• Develop and manage team performance through hiring, coaching, and ongoing performance evaluations.
• Implement quality assurance protocols to reduce mistakes and improve product development.
• Provide guidance to staff in resolving complex issues or escalated complaints.
• Measure staff and process productivity, using results to optimize equipment and staffing.
• Collaborate with leadership on labor planning and adapting operational strategies to meet evolving customer needs.
• Address and resolve obstacles based on customer and staff feedback.
• Adhere to corporate standards and regulations, promoting efficient and safe operations.
• Maintain open communication and professional relationships with staff.
• Drive operational standardization and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Manage facility operations, including training, inventory, ordering, and lean manufacturing processes.
• Monitor operational workflow, control points, equipment, personnel, and production process to facilitate improvements.

Your areas of knowledge and expertise:

• Bachelor's degree in Business or related field
• 4-5+ years in previous production experience, 2+ years in operations management experience
• Personable, detail oriented, and highly communicative

Compensation and Benefits: $90,000-$110,000 annually with health benefits, PTO, 401k plan, and more!

Mulberry Talent Partners is dedicated to connecting exceptional talent with exciting opportunities. By applying for this position, you will also be considered for other open positions within our network. If you are already part of our community, we encourage you to reach out directly to one of our recruiters regarding any specific roles that catch your eye!