Job Description

The Director of Assembly has direct responsibility to ensure that all work activities under its span of control are performed with attention to the highest standards of food quality, safe processes, compliance with all appropriate legal requirements and a focus on continuous process improvement.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, RESPONSIBILITIES, AND DUTIES

• Manage the entire production staff including managers, supervisors, leads as well as the hourly team members.
• Set goals and targeted objectives to work on and achieve each week. Monitor this process with careful follow-up on each objective. Encourage growth and development in both personal and professional life as a goal. The degree that management develops its Team Members is a statement of their own good management skills
• Become an X3 expert, in all phases of the operation
• Develop and work with R&D Chefs with BOM creation
• Monitor all cooking techniques to ensure that the correct cooking methods are used for cooking products. Monitor all labor in kitchen and Assembly rooms for efficiency and effectiveness. Post a labor schedule and follow. Adjust if necessary to achieve maximum efficiency.
• Monitor the packing staff for accuracy in packing the correct number of products and that proper ServSafe handling practices are followed. Ensure that temperature logbooks are completed daily and accurately. Ensure that all work orders are tracked and completed on time, are accurate, and that all work is closed at the end of business.
• Lead the achievement of the Plant strategy through the execution of the Compelling Business Needs by engaging people and aligning actions at all levels of the plant organization through the Management for Daily Improvement process
• Lead the development and the achievement of the Plant Objectives with intense prioritization and focus on Food Safety, Quality, Occupational Safety, and Cost, elements of the operational framework
• Direct plant operations to meet finite production schedules and overall pack plans as measured by Adherence and Attainment KPIs to meet/exceed Customer Service Levels and Inventory Targets
• Leverage lean manufacturing techniques and promote continuous improvement to instill standard work discipline across the entire plant

• Build accountability and engagement with all plant associates by establishing clear expectations, a high degree of cohesion and by harnessing a Team approach
• Develop, review and meet all plans and budgets relating to plant functions
• Foster and promote partnership relations with key internal/external stakeholders including suppliers, key customers, and others as well as the community

ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain a weekly payroll and staffing schedule for all to see. Ensure that all staff members are informed about cleaning responsibilities, job duties, and operational hours. All staff is to swipe in on the time clock after they are dressed and in proper uniform.
• Monitor all equipment in the kitchen to ensure its proper function. Ensure all equipment is clean and operating safely. Any malfunctioning equipment must be Identified and repaired by an approved Whitsons repair technician.
• Do in-service and biweekly safety training for team members

This role offers a salary range of $110,000 – $120,000 annually, based on skills, experience, and location. Employees also receive a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, and time off.

Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND COMPETENCIES

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree required

Certifications:

• HACCP Certification preferred
• ServSafe Certification preferred
• Food Safety preferred

Computer Skills:

• Proficient with all computer applications necessary to complete the job
• Knowledge of warehouse management systems; inventory control
• Ability to learn new software programs

Other Qualifications, Experience and Competencies:

• Minimum 10 years of production management in food service industry experience required.

• Fluent English speaking and writing skills required
• Ability to manage and supervise staff in fair and compliant manner

Required Competencies:

• Communication
• Effectively write, present and transfer ideas and information for the advancement of individual and company performance.
• Customer Focus
• Act in the best interest of the customer, both internal and external.
• Problem Solver
• Creating new ideas, processes, or products which when implemented leads to positive effective change.
• Demonstrates understanding of KPI’s to solve operational problems.
• Organization Leadership
• Apply strategic thinking, prioritization, and decision-making to drive results.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND OTHER DETAILS

Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time exempt position. Days and hours of work are generally aligned with the school or account service schedule. Extended hours may be required in support of special events, new account openings, or peak operational periods.

Travel Requirements

This position is primarily site-based. Occasional travel to other Whitsons locations may be required. A valid driver’s license and access to a personal vehicle are preferred.

Physical Demands of the Job

The Team Member is required to stand on their feet for the majority of the workday; frequently walk, talk, and hear; use hands and fingers to handle food, tools, and equipment; and reach with hands and arms. Must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, including while turning side to side. Exposure to extreme temperatures (hot and cold) due to cooking and refrigeration equipment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment

• The work is performed primarily in a manufacturing and warehouse environment, specifically the packing and warehousing areas
• Standing most of the workday is required.
• Work requires movement in and out of storerooms, near heavy machinery and freezers
• The noise level in the work environment is moderate to loud.

• Exposure to extreme temperatures (hot and cold) due to cooking and refrigeration equipment.

The duties listed above are intended as illustrations of the types of work that may be performed; the omission of specific statements does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the role.

The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the Company and employee and is subject to change by the Company as the needs of the Company and requirements of the job change.

Employee's signature below constitutes an employee's understanding of the requirements, essential functions, and duties of the position.