Operations Manager – Liquid Water Enhancers

Heartland Food Products Group is a global leader in the consumer packaged goods (CPG) industry, producing low-calorie sweeteners, coffee, coffee creamers and liquid water enhancers. We manufacture and market Splenda, the #1 brand in the low calorie sweetener category and the most recognized in the world.

We make coffee, tea and water taste better and help people live happier, healthier and longer lives by making it easy to reduce sugar.

We offer an excellent compensation and benefits package. Come grow with us.

This role is on-site at our Manufacturing Plant in Indianapolis, Indiana.

SCOPE

Deliver our manufacturing vision of helping consumers on their journey to reduce sugar with an uncompromising commitment to good manufacturing practices. We focus on highly efficient, safe, and sustainable operations led by people who fully embrace Heartland values.

Line supervisors and direct labor report across all shifts report into this position.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Management of Manufacturing Technologies and the implementation of processes needed to deliver products On-Time In-Full (OTIF), meeting quality requirements, while at/or below standard costs.

Responsible for the P&L of the plant and continuous improvement.

Manage 80+ employees including Supervisors and Direct Labor. The person on this role is responsible for the daily coordination, improvement and execution of all food manufacturing operations; overseeing production, planning and quality control.

Ensure our lines and processes are engineered for success while verifying the theory of operation is understood and applied. Verify that all equipment is maintained and compliant with the appropriate engineering standards to deliver safe, quality products.

Accountable for talent development by utilizing the Capability Building Framework. Embody Heartland’s commitment to our employees and guide how we engage, inspire, and develop our associates.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum 5 years in Operations Leadership and/or Engineering roles.
• Experience in a food grade environment (FDA, GMP’s, HACCP) strongly preferred is required
• BS Mechanical or Chemical Engineering preferred
• MBA or related graduate degree a plus
• Problem-solving aptitude, process improvement knowledge, and strategic thinking acumen
• Experience managing people while building a collaborative cross-functional team and valued Company culture
• Strong safety knowledge (OSHA) and improvement success experience required
• Continuous improvement experience strongly preferred

Physical Demands

• Must be able to physically perform the functions of climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions
• Must possess visual acuity to document company records
• Must be able to lift 40 pounds

Heartland Food Products Group