We are looking for an experienced and driven AVP of Operations to oversee plant maintenance operations in Haverhill, Massachusetts. This role is vital in ensuring the reliability and efficiency of production and facility assets while maintaining a strong focus on safety and product quality. The ideal candidate will lead a skilled team, foster collaboration across departments, and implement strategies for continuous improvement.
Responsibilities:
• Lead all aspects of plant maintenance operations to ensure the reliability and performance of production and facility equipment.
• Oversee a team of skilled professionals, providing hands-on leadership, coaching, and development opportunities.
• Manage day-to-day troubleshooting and implement long-term solutions to improve equipment functionality and reduce downtime.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Safety, Quality, Production, and Engineering, to support plant-wide initiatives.
• Coordinate with contractors and vendors to ensure timely and effective completion of maintenance projects.
• Drive strategic efforts to identify and eliminate root causes of equipment failures and operational inefficiencies.
• Ensure compliance with safety protocols and food quality standards in all maintenance activities.
• Support corporate and plant-level projects by contributing expertise in operations and logistics.
• Monitor and manage budgets related to maintenance and operational projects.
• Develop and implement warehouse management strategies that optimize logistics and inventory operations.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in operations management or a related field.
• Proven expertise in overseeing plant maintenance and logistics operations.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to coach, mentor, and develop teams.
• Solid understanding of safety protocols and food quality standards.
• Experience in identifying and resolving root causes of equipment downtime and operational inefficiencies.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate across departments and lead cross-functional initiatives.
• Proficiency in creating purchase orders and managing budgets effectively.
• Familiarity with warehouse management systems and logistics operations.
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