Job DescriptionJob DescriptionBenefits:
401(k)Bonus based on performanceHealth insurancePaid time off
Title: Director of Operations
Reports to: CEO
Full-time, on-sight: Monday Friday (with Mon-Thur schedule overlapping production team 5am 3:30pm as needed)
Salary: $125,000 - $160,000
FLSA Status: Exempt
Summary: Teeccino Caffe, Inc. is a small, fast-growing, natural/organic brand of herbal teas and coffee alternatives seeking an experienced Director of Operations to lead end-to-end manufacturing and operational excellence in our SQF-certified facility. This role is accountable for production performance, team development, machine maintenance, warehouse and facilities management, food safety & quality systems, OSHA compliance, cost control, and scaling operations to support growth. The candidate must be bilingual English/Spanish and a hands-on leader with CPG food manufacturing experience, deep knowledge of GMP regulatory compliance, and a proven track record of building high-performing teams.
Core Functions:
Operations & Manufacturing Leadership
Responsible for Operations function with management of Warehouse Manager, Production Planner, Production Supervisor, and Head Maintenance MechanicPartner with Supply Chain on inventory management and planningDrive throughput, overall equipment effectiveness (OEE), labor productivity, and on-time in-full (OTIF) performanceCollaborate with R&D and Commercialization team to scale new products from pilot to full productionLead capacity planning and capital projects (equipment, automation, facility renovation/expansion)Safety, Quality & Compliance
Manage our FSQA & Compliance Specialist, and serve as executive owner of our annual SQF certification and other compliance certifications including Organic, GFCO, and KosherOversee compliance and company-wide awareness of SQF and HACCP programs including daily GMPs and policy adherenceManage OSHA and workplace safety training programChampion a strong food and workplace safety culture across all departmentsPlanning and Inventory Optimization
Oversee schedule with Production Planner to meet demand with optimal efficiencyCollaborate with Supply Chain to ensure raw material availability and inventory optimization while considering cash-flow impact and facility space constraintsManage co-manufacturers (if applicable) and logistics partnersOversee inventory system through current ERP, Acctivate, and a future ERP implementationContinuous Improvement & Cost Management
Lead Lean / Six Sigma initiatives to improve yield, reduce waste, and lower COGSEstablish KPIs and dashboards for safety, quality, delivery, cost, and team moraleOwn operational P&L performance in partnership with CFOIdentify and execute margin improvement initiativesPeople Leadership & Culture
Continual training and coaching to develop Production and Warehouse supervisors and team membersFoster a culture of accountability, safety, continuous improvement, and respectSupport workforce planning, training, and succession planningEnsure strong labor relations and compliance with HR policies
Required Qualifications:
10+ years of progressive leadership experience in CPG food or beverage manufacturingExperience with certification compliance and auditsStrong knowledge of FDA/FSMA, HACCP, GMPs, food safety systems, and OSHA workplace safety complianceExperience leading multi-functional teamsTrack record of driving operational excellence, cost reduction, and scalabilityBilingual English/SpanishPreferred Experience:
Comfortable in high-growth, fast-paced, multi production line manufacturing environmentsStrong understanding of ERP system integration, excel spreadsheets, and Microsoft TeamsBachelors degreeTraining in Lean, Six Sigma, and/or Total Production Maintenance (TPM)Experience with ERP and inventory management systems including advanced production planningCompensation & Benefits
$125k - $160k + performance bonus60% of health insurance covered. Dental and vision available401(k)2 weeks PTO plus sick time and 7 additional paid holidaysPhysical Requirements
Ability to stand and walk for an entire shift as well as sit at a computer for extended timesRegular lifting and moving of up to 25 lbs.; occasional lifting up to 55 lbsAbility to bend, kneel, twist, climb, and reach in various directionsTolerance for a noisy environment
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