Plant Manager

The Judge Group services the IT and engineering needs of its clients. Founded in 1970, The Judge Group is a privately owned leading global professional services firm specializing in technology consulting, staffing solutions and corporate training. Their solutions are successfully delivered through a workforce of 4,500 professionals and an international network of over 32 practice offices.

* Responsible for implementing company policies which affect immediate operation(s) and may also have company-wide effect. * Oversee and manage day to day operations of the bakery. * Lead managers and staff to deliver and exceed performance metrics in areas of safety, quality, customer, service, costs, inventory management and production. * Manage, analyze, create reports, and develop recommendations from the key metrics of bakery operations. * Supports and directs location Continuous Improvement programs. * Ensure compliance with all safety, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), regulatory, and company policies. Perform production area walk­throughs, investigate problem areas, determine cause, mitigate to ensure policy conformance. * Ensure bakery is inspection ready at all times. Address and respond to new product review (PPR) questions * Develops and implements financial and non-financial objectives for the location including the annual budget, financial forecasts and operating plans * Ensure all departments perform within budgeted operating standards. * Resolve variances (production reporting, ingredient usage, labor utilization). * Responsible for all capital expenditure projects for the bakery to ensure completion on schedule and within established budgetary guidelines. * Plans and directs customer relations activities through development of effective relationships with key customers. * Along with FSQA will manage customer complaint resolution; manage vendor issues; ensure product meets customer specifications and expectations.

* Experience and Competencies Proficiency Level Bachelor’s Degree (Business, Engineering, Operation Management, Finance * 7 years food manufacturing experience, including managerial experience OR Associates Degree (Business, Engineering, Operation Management, Finance * 10 years of food manufacturing experience, including managerial experience Quality, accounting, engineering or production background in food manufacturing Excellent leadership, communications and team building skills General knowledge of process equipment and regulatory compliance Excellent P&L and budgeting experience