Job Description
Who are we?
Since 2004, KIND has been on a mission to create a kinder and healthier world - one snack and one act at a time. Its iconic KIND© bars - made with real, recognizable ingredients - sparked the growth of an entirely new healthy snacking category. Today, KIND has a family of more than 80 snacks that offer solutions for a variety of occasions. All of KIND's products lead with a nutrient-dense first ingredient - whole nuts, whole grains or whole fruit - and do not contain genetically engineered ingredients, sugar alcohols or artificial sweeteners.
Inspired by the belief that acts of kindness can be a transformative force for good, both the KIND brand and The KIND Foundation seek to inspire kindness and empathy.
We're looking for passionate collaborators to help us become the foremost leader in health & wellness and positively impact society along the way. If you're looking to be a part of an inspiring, energetic and entrepreneurial environment, you've found the right place.
What you'll do
The Director of Plant Operations is a key leadership role with oversight and responsibility for a plant with approximately 200 team members, and reports directly to the VP, Operations of KIND North America. And this is how you will do it….
- Lead the factory Sr. Leadership Team; responsible for setting cross functional strategies, goals, and priorities for the site.
- Accountable for strategic and tactical plan execution and delivering PQCDSM results.
- Plan, organize, direct and run optimum day-to-day operations for the High Point facility; maintain production metrics for quality, production efficiency, delivery and safety.
- Accountable for site P&L including implementation and oversight of plant annual operating plan.
- Participate in various activities related to all functional areas of the plant including safety, quality, productivity, innovation, information and data security, supply management, marketing, people management, and HR.
- Maintain favorable working relationships with employees through open communication, visibility, and involvement to promote a positive working environment that maximizes safety, employee engagement, productivity, efficiency and effectiveness.
- Champion continuous improvement and total employee engagement initiatives
- Must be a developer of talent to ensure future business success and growth.
- Responsible for understanding all applicable food regulations (national, state, and local).
- Responsible for understanding and complying with Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) standards (i.e. SQF).
What you'll bring to KIND
You are…
- Driven to make your work and the output of your team better each day
- A leader in managing and growing a team - able to hold a high standard, providing clear constructive feedback while continuing to grow your relationship
- Passionate about collaborating cross-functionally to drive business change, even when it's difficult.
- A strategic and forward-thinking leader, always looking for opportunities to drive the business
- An expert with knowledge of concepts within the sales function and basic knowledge in other areas, such as sales operations, supply chain, and marketing
- Genuine in your desire to help make the world a KINDer place, committing to always spreading and celebrating KINDness.
You have…
- Bachelor's in engineering, Food Science or related field required. MBA preferred.
- Minimum 10 years senior manufacturing leadership experience in food/beverage or CPG required.
- Minimum 8 years plus people management experience
- Must have strong project management skills.
- Possess operational management principles and competencies.
- Charisma to conduct town halls and articulate a vision in front of a large group.
- Culture of continuous improvement skills using Lead/Sigma or TPM/TPS - always seeking ways to improve.
Certain states and localities require employers to post a reasonable estimate of salary range. A reasonable estimate of the current base salary range for this position is $139,700 to $195,500. Actual salary will be based on a variety of factors, including location, experience, skill set, performance, licensure and certification, and business needs. The range for this position in other geographic locations may differ.
What KIND offers...
KIND provides a robust benefits package to help support you physically, financially, and emotionally through the big milestones and in your everyday life.
- Competitive salary, including a target bonus and an impressive benefits package!
- Flexible Paid Time Off. Choose what works best for you, including summer hours
- Excellent health, dental & vision insurance, with options to fit you & your family's needs
- Your health is important! Our wellness strategy focuses on mental and physical well-being through in office programs like Drs, Nutritionists, Mindfulness, Chair Massages & others
- Casual office dress code - feel free to wear your KIND gear
- Stock up on your favorite KIND bars to share with your family & friends, through a quarterly voucher
- Training & tuition reimbursement program, because continuing to learn matters and we support your development
- A dynamic, ambitious, fun and KIND work environment
- The opportunity and responsibility to be KIND everyday
EEO
At KIND, we are committed to an inclusive workplace where diversity in all its forms is championed. KIND is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and we are an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you require special accommodation, please let us know.
Privacy Policy
KIND promises that our products will always lead with a nutrient-dense first ingredient, such as nuts, whole grains or fruit – a disruptive notion that sparked the creation of a new healthy snacking category. We aim to challenge the status quo within the food industry and empower our community to make better, informed choices about health. To view KIND's Privacy Policy in its entirety please follow this link: https://www.kindsnacks.com/privacy-policy.html
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