Head of Operations

Location: melbourne
Job Type: permanent
Salary: Competitive
Contact: David Oliver
About the company
With a proud history of delivering premium and high-quality food products the business is primed for further expansion through significant investment and the strength of their customer relationships. Partnering with the General Manager in setting and driving the company’s vision and operations strategy, the role will optimise performance, review commercial outcomes and help deliver on the strategic plan.
 
About the role
The Head of Operations has responsibility for multiple plants and will manage a team of high performing leaders that covers Production, Planning, Warehousing, Maintenance & Engineering.

Core to the role is driving the operating performance of the business with a clear focus on:
  • Ensuring a safe working environment along with compliance with regulatory requirements
  • Execution of actionable steps for growth through goal setting, performance management and annual operational planning, aligned to the business strategy
  • Driving business efficiencies and identify methods to improve quality, productivity and cost, whilst ensuring the operating assets of the business are aligned with key growth initiatives
  • Effective recruitment, onboarding and retention, along with professional development, of the operations team
  • Measure and report on operational performance and develop plans to improve relevant key performance indicators
 
Skills & Experience
The ideal candidate profile will have gained significant experience in leading operations and improving factory performance. They could already be at the Head of Operations level, or alternatively could be a strong Plant Manager with capability to step up and take on a broader remit. The successful individual will be a passionate hands-on leader who likes to be in the detail and displays the resilience and agility to drive change and be successful in a passionately founder led business.
 
This a great opportunity to make an impact in a business that is in a strong successful position and is continuing to invest capital across the operation. Please click on the link to apply or contact David Oliver on 0410 950 370 to find out more.

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