Sr Director of Operations

Senior Director of Operations

Los Angeles, California | Full Time | Direct Hire | Onsite
Salary: $150,000 to $175,000

What Matters Most

• Base salary of $150,000 to $175,000, depending on experience and qualifications

• Executive leadership opportunity overseeing multiple food manufacturing facilities

• 10+ years of operations leadership experience with extensive financial and budget management expertise

• Strong background in food production, operational strategy, food safety, and continuous improvement

• Proven success improving manufacturing efficiency, controlling costs, and increasing profitability

• Highly visible leadership role reporting to the Senior Vice President of Operations

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Senior Director of Operations to provide strategic leadership and operational oversight across multiple food manufacturing facilities.

This position is responsible for driving plant performance, operational efficiency, financial results, and continuous improvement while ensuring the highest standards of food safety, product quality, and customer satisfaction.

The ideal candidate combines executive level manufacturing leadership with strong financial acumen and the ability to translate organizational objectives into measurable operational results.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute operational strategies aligned with business objectives and long term growth initiatives

• Oversee manufacturing operations, financial performance, budgets, and operational planning across multiple facilities

• Drive improvements in production efficiency, food safety, quality, delivery, inventory management, and cost optimization

• Identify and implement cost reduction and margin improvement initiatives

• Establish consistent manufacturing processes, performance standards, and continuous improvement programs across facilities

• Lead operational projects, resource planning, and manufacturing improvement initiatives

• Support new product commercialization, manufacturing readiness, and production process development

• Partner with Supply Chain, Quality, Engineering, R&D, Finance, HR, and Sales to achieve operational objectives

• Ensure compliance with HACCP, GMP, SQF, USDA, FDA, and applicable regulatory and customer requirements

• Evaluate manufacturing equipment, maintenance practices, production processes, and raw material utilization to improve performance

• Build strong customer relationships and support operational commitments

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Operations, Engineering, or a related field, or 10+ years of relevant operations leadership experience

• Extensive manufacturing operations leadership experience, preferably within food production or processing

• Minimum 10 years of financial experience managing operational budgets and financial performance

• Strong knowledge of manufacturing methods, production equipment, maintenance, and operational processes

• Experience leading operations across multiple manufacturing facilities

• Working knowledge of HACCP, GMP, SQF, USDA, and workplace safety requirements

• Proven ability to execute operational strategies, improve profitability, and lead complex initiatives

• Excellent communication, analytical, presentation, and problem solving skills

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook

• Ability to work onsite, travel between facilities, and accommodate varied shifts or weekends as needed

Preferred Experience

• Prepared foods, frozen foods, protein processing, or related food manufacturing environments

• Leadership across multiple production facilities

• New product commercialization and manufacturing process improvement

• Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives

• Inventory optimization, supply chain coordination, and production planning

• Cost reduction, margin improvement, and operational financial management

Ideal Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate is an accomplished food manufacturing executive who combines strategic leadership with practical operational expertise.

This individual understands the complexities of managing multiple production facilities and can effectively balance financial performance, food safety, product quality, and customer commitments.

The strongest candidates will demonstrate success improving plant performance, managing significant operating budgets, implementing consistent operational standards, and developing strong relationships across manufacturing teams.

Benefits and Perks

• Competitive base salary of $150,000 to $175,000

• Full time, direct hire executive leadership opportunity

• Strategic oversight of multiple manufacturing facilities

• Opportunity to influence operational performance, profitability, and organizational growth

• Highly visible position with significant executive and cross functional collaboration

Your New Organization

Our client is an established food manufacturing organization specializing in high quality prepared and frozen food products for retail, private label, and foodservice markets.

The company offers extensive manufacturing capabilities, including custom product development, production, and packaging. With multiple facilities and a strong commitment to quality and operational excellence, the organization provides an opportunity for an experienced executive to make a meaningful impact on manufacturing performance and long term success.

Your Career Partner

The Reserves Network, a veteran founded and family owned company, specializes in connecting exceptional talent with rewarding opportunities. With extensive industry experience, we are dedicated to helping you achieve your professional goals and shine in your field.

The Reserves Network values diversity and encourages applicants from all backgrounds to apply. As an equal opportunity employer, we foster an environment of respect, integrity, and trust in every aspect of employment.

Compensation Disclosure: The base salary range for this position is $150,000 to $175,000, excluding benefits, bonuses, or other compensation. Final compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, technical expertise, and internal pay equity.

Equal Employment Opportunity: The Reserves Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.