fairlife, LLC is a Chicago-based dairy company that creates great-tasting, nutrition-rich and value-added products to nourish consumers.

With more than $1B in annual retail sales, fairlife’s growing portfolio of delicious, lactose-free, real dairy products includes: fairlife® ultra-filtered milk; Core Power® High Protein Shakes, a sports nutrition drink to support post-workout recovery; fairlife® nutrition plan™, a nutrition shake to support the journey to better health.

A wholly owned subsidiary of The Coca-Cola company, fairlife, LLC has been recognized by both Fast Company and Nielsen for its industry leading innovation.

The company is driven by its values of caring for people, the animals that supply us with milk, and the planet. By providing nourishing products, implementing stringent care standards for animals, and stewarding efficient operations and responsible packaging, fairlife, LLC puts a focus each day on making a positive impact for all.

To learn more about fairlife and its complete line of products, please visit fairlife.com.

job purpose: The Director of Operations is responsible for leadership and management of the packaging and processing departments in the Goodyear, AZ facility. This role is a leader of managers and will be responsible for bringing these teams to a world class manufacturing performance level. The role will be directly responsible for coaching and development of the packaging and processing department managers. The Director of Operations will be accountable to the associated safety, quality, productivity, and financial targets associated with those teams within the overall business plan for plant. The role will be responsible for achieving strategic objectives whilst strengthening the fairlife culture of Believe in Better and fostering a culture of measurement driven continuous improvement. The Director of Operations is responsible for the coordination, administration, and day-to-day management of the operational activities for processing and packaging within the facility. They will develop and implement internal operating protocol, policies, and procedures in accordance with established company policy.

responsibilities:

• Responsible for the development of strategic initiatives, tactics, and management systems to continuously improve results in safety, quality assurance, productivity, and cost savings within the processing and packaging department of the plant
• Responsible for operations across aseptic and ESL platforms. Mastery of Pasteurized Milk Ordinance and operation of a dairy manufacturing.
• Develop and deploy operational systems, standard work, and operational routines to build collaboration and ownership of the team. Ensure strategies are understood and objectives are clearly set throughout operations team.
• Ensure commitment to all health and safety policies, GMP policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Leverage dairy knowledge, mechanical knowledge, and technical expertise to develop a long-range manufacturing strategy and capacity plan to support category growth and sustained competitive advantage.
• Support training and development programs for leadership to front line roles.
• Partner with relevant stakeholders to ensure production plans are in accordance with plants processing capacities and capabilities and planned downtime supports operational efficiencies.
• Develop operational expense budgets and labor budgets for organization structure.
• Lead the team developing strong problem solving skills to address root cause of efficiency losses in a fast-paced environment to meet business objectives.
• Communicate and engage with the workforce at every level to build trust, continuity, and collaboration throughout the teams, consistently demonstrating the fairlife culture of Believe in Better

skills/qualifications required:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Industrial Engineering, Life Science or related discipline required. Master’s degree preferred.
• A minimum of 7-10 years of management experience that is directly related to the duties and responsibilities outlined.
• Aseptic processing preferred. Dairy, brewing, pharmaceutical or food experience considered.
• Proven ability to identify and mitigate risks with a temperature sensitive pathogen
• A proven track record of implementing TPM or LEAN management systems.
• Skilled in examining and re-engineering operations and procedures, formulating policy, and developing and implementing new strategies and procedures
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing. Strong interpersonal skills and proven track record of developing and coaching people. Proven track record of developing future leaders.
• Ability to manage performance, coach and provide feedback. Ability to use data to develop KPIs and performance goals for team.
• Working knowledge of information technology and information systems such as ERP, MRP, MES, SCADA and business analytics
• Ability to manage relationships with local government and regulatory officials to maintain and improve compliance of federal and state environmental laws, regulations, procedures, and standards
• Knowledge of cost accounting, budgeting, or fiscal management principles and procedures
• Ability to handle ambiguity and work in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment

food safety requirements:

• Notify supervision of any repairs or adjustments that are required that may affect product quality or food safety.
• Understand, observe, and comply with the handling and usage of the color-coded container policy while in the Production Areas.
• Perform all duties necessary to meet Company, Customer and/or Government requirements/standards as prioritized by the Company.
• Ability to initiate action to prevent the occurrence of nonconformities relating to Food Safety and the Quality of the product, processes, quality system, or safety system.
• Identify and record any problems relating to Food Safety and the Quality of the ingredients, processes, quality system, or safety system.
• Control further processing or delivery of nonconforming product in terms of Food Safety and Quality issues until the deficiency or unsatisfactory condition has been corrected.
• In the event of absence, another employee with the same skill level will assume the duties and responsibilities as required.

position location: Goodyear, AZ

reports to: Plant Director

travel requirements: up to 10% travel

fairlife, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. All qualified applicants and employees will be given equal opportunity. Selection decisions are based on job-related factors.

In addition to its nondiscrimination commitment, the Company will also provide reasonable accommodation of qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would impose an undue hardship on the Company. If you have a disability and would like to request accommodation in order to apply for a position with us, please email careers@fairlife.com.

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