Head of Operations

The Company is seeking a Head of Operations to lead end-to-end operations at a growing food manufacturing business. Working closely with the CEO, this leader will help define, budget, and execute business objectives; build and lead the production team; and maintain plant certifications. Responsibilities include supporting equipment selection and new product lines, improving production, quality, and labor utilization, and ensuring orders are delivered on time, in full, and within budget. The role also oversees plant operations across procurement, production planning, and logistics. Candidates should bring at least seven years of food manufacturing operations and production experience in a medium-sized facility, including experience with edible oils or liquid food products. A strong understanding of HACCP, GMP, and GFSI practices is required, along with supervisory and leadership skills and familiarity with implementing and using ERP systems. The ideal candidate has an entrepreneurial, hands-on approach and a proven ability to develop budgets and business plans; experience in international work environments is an advantage.