Director of Operations

Director of Operations

Job Description

At JBT Marel what we do matters we know that the contribution of our employees leads to the success of our business.

Our purpose is to transform the future of food; this guides our vision of being the global leader in food and beverage technology by harnessing the full power of JBT Marel to partner with our customers and pioneer sustainable innovation.

Our values show who we are at our best. As we Create with Collaboration Serve with Integrity Grow with Excellence and Advance with Innovation.

You will be aligned to the Wenger Division within JBT Marel .

You will be responsible for managing manufacturing operations across 4 production facilities 3 in North East Kansas - Sabetha KS and one in Galena KS. The Director of Operations will spend time at each of these facilities.

You will report to the General Manager in this role.

Your direct reports will include managers of Supply chain manufacturing operations engineering quality continuous improvement and safety.

On a given day you may :

• Manage performance through the development of short and long-term operating goals. Set standards for safety continuous improvement quality cost reduction and production efficiency.
• Review and maintain financial performance.
• Develop and mentor the leadership team.
• Promote a positive culture of employee recognition and career advancement.
• Maintain a site that is an employer of choice in the area.
• Ensure a progressive workforce.
• Encourage autonomy and promote our core values
• Focus on the customer and on improvements based that ensure timely delivery quality cost service and responsiveness.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and policies.
• Create efficiencies within operations between the 4 sites reducing redundancy improve capacity of machines.
• Review manpower hours resources and determine capital improvements.
• Build relationships and instill trust within our employees.

Requirements for the role

Travel & Location

We are committed to our employees and will provide you with development and opportunities to allow you to be the best version of yourself at work at home and in your community.

We foster a genuine inclusive team culture enjoying collaborative working across our global teams to deliver world-class projects.

We encourage development - ensuring new experiences and challenges at JBT Marel to feed your growth!

Benefits : JBT Marel offers benefits on day 1 of your employment. Including : Medical Dental life insurance short-term and long-term disability family leave vision coverage and a matched 401(k) plan.

Commitment to Diversity : Diversity Equity Inclusion and Belonging is a fundamental value to JBT Marel and critical to our future success. A thoughtful focused and sustained effort to work towards our DEIB goals is not just a principled choice but also a business imperative.

Equal Opportunity Employment :

JBT Marel provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and qualified applicants for employment. We will not tolerate any form of discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of race color religion national origin sex sexual orientation gender identity age disability veteran status citizenship or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal state or local laws.

At JBT Marel we apply this policy to all our employment practices including recruiting hiring placement promotion termination layoff recall transfer leaves of absence compensation benefits and training. We make hiring decisions based solely on qualifications merit and business needs at the time.

JBT Marel will reasonably accommodate applicants who need adjustments to participate in the application or interview process. If you require assistance or accommodation during the application process please contact JBT Marel at .

Required Experience :

Director

Key Skills

Risk Management,Negiotiation,Operational management,Smartsheets,Strategic Planning,Team Management,Budgeting,Leadership Experience,Program Development,Supervising Experience,Financial Planning

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1