Other Forms of Compensation: Annual bonus potential
Growth. Opportunity. Excellence. Canteen brings break time to everyone. We combine food, service, and experience backed by industry-leading technology to help companies create a better workplace and connect their employees. Canteen's solutions include markets, office coffee and snacks, unattended retail, and culinary.
Our people are at the heart of everything we do. Their dedication, collaboration, and passion fuel our growth. Interested in joining our team? You bring the enthusiasm, customer service, and commitment; we'll supply the opportunity and innovation. Together, we'll continue to transform our industry.
Come grow with us. We are Canteen. Job Summary: Based in Charlotte, we are seeking a Division President to lead our fresh food production operations. The President will lead all aspects of the Fresh Food Production Division of the company, ensuring effective and efficient use of all facilities and staff. Reporting to the CEO, you will improve efficiency and productivity through process improvements in manufacturing. This position will develop and implement the manufacturing strategy, be instrumental in optimizing investment and lead cost reduction strategies. All activities will be in support of manufacturing methodologies to serve multiple markets from large volume to custom private label products. This is a highly visible, high impact position where a successful candidate will have the opportunity to play a significant role in the future success and growth of the organization!
Current Scope: 11 Plant Fresh Operations across the USA with annual production of over 150M units and 350 SKUs. Current direct reporting team of 3 Senior Vice Presidents.
Key Responsibilities :
Oversees and participates in the recruitment, hiring, training and leading of Plant Managers Participate in revenue growth, sales presentations, and key account management Conducts performance evaluations that are timely and constructive Handles work performance and termination of employees as needed and in accordance with company policies Develop and implement the manufacturing strategy for plants across the United States Leads all aspects of the manufacture of products, ensuring production, quality, safety, financial and delivery standards are consistently met Deliver targeted productivity improvements, while leading project pipeline identifying business opportunities that will help drive operational excellence, dramatic growth, and productivity Enhances logistics and order fulfillment using best in class procedures and technology Develop and document a "best-in-class" structured process for assessing the efficiency and effectiveness of the operations processes Drive operational and profitability metrics and analytics to achieve revenue growth and bottom-line results Implement Lean Manufacturing techniques Lead, along with Quality, the reduction of Waste in processes (scrap, rework, attrition) Develop annual manufacturing plan in consultation with other senior-level unit leaders to ensure proper usage of resources to achieve required levels of production and customer delivery requirements Ensures a healthy and safe working environment, and compliance with federal and state regulations, through collaboration with environmental, health, and safety staff Develop long-range operating goals, expansion efforts, and implementation of new and advanced technology Identifies and shares training opportunities for staff to build and improve skills Organizes departmental management structure and teams for optimal, efficient operations Works with chief financial officer/division controller to develop financial goals and operating budgets Work with Purchasing to ensure best pricing Delivers progress and production reports to executive team members as requested Handles equipment purchase, maintenance, and layout Regular in plant visits will be required to be effective in this role Performs other related duties as assigned Qualifications: Excellent verbal and written communication skills Excellent organizational and managerial skills Thorough understanding of the policies and practices used in the fresh food manufacturing space Ability to set long-term goals and communicate them to others Ability to motivate and organize multiple efforts to accomplish organizational goals Bachelor's degree in a relevant field required; Master's degree preferred 10+ years demonstrated ability leading multi-site manufacturing operations with a systematic approach to safety, labor management, quality control, productivity, and cost containment Confirmed knowledge of Lean manufacturing preferred Apply to Canteen today! Canteen is a member of Compass Group USA Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law. Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. We encourage applicants with a criminal history (and driving history) to apply.
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
Canteen maintains a drug-free workplace.
Associates at Canteen are offered many fantastic benefits. Medical Dental Vision Life Insurance/ AD Disability Insurance Retirement Plan Paid Time Off Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state) Associate Shopping Program Health and Wellness Programs Discount Marketplace Identity Theft Protection Pet Insurance Commuter Benefits Employee Assistance Program Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) Req ID: 1309518 Canteen
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