Adept Life Sciences is a leading manufacturer of dietary supplements for leading national and global nutritional brands. Our high-quality standards and superior innovation have attracted many leading supplement brands and driven rapid growth. Our state-of-the-art, facilities in Gilbert, Arizona, exceeds cGMP standards and are two of the finest plants in the country.

The Director of Operations is responsible for leadership and management of the Planning, Processing, Packaging, and Warehouse departments in the Gilbert, AZ facility. This role is a leader of Managers and will be responsible for bringing these teams to a world class manufacturing performance level. The role will be directly responsible for coaching and development of the Planning, Processing, Packaging, and Warehouse Managers.

The Director of Operations will be accountable to the associated safety, quality, productivity, financial targets, and on-time delivery targets associated with those teams within the overall business plan for plant. The role will be responsible for achieving strategic objectives while fostering a culture of measurement driven continuous improvement. The Director of Operations is responsible for the coordination, administration, and day-to-day management of the operational activities for Planning, Processing, Packaging, and Warehouse within the facility. They will develop and implement internal operating protocol, policies, and procedures in accordance with established company policy.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the development of strategic initiatives, tactics, and management systems to continuously improve results in safety, quality assurance, productivity, and cost savings within the processing and packaging department of the plant
• Responsible for operations across weigh, blending, encapsulation, packaging production cells as well as warehouses.
• Develop and deploy operational systems, standard work, and operational routines to build collaboration and ownership of the team. Ensure strategies are understood and objectives are clearly set throughout operations team.
• Ensure commitment to all health and safety policies, GMP policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Leverage mechanical knowledge, and technical expertise to develop a long-range manufacturing strategy and capacity plan to support category growth and sustained competitive advantage.
• Support training and development programs for leadership to front line roles.
• Partner with relevant stakeholders to ensure production plans are in accordance with plants processing capacities and capabilities and planned downtime supports operational efficiencies.
• Develop operational expense budgets and labor budgets for organization structure.
• Lead the team developing strong problem-solving skills to address root cause of efficiency losses in a fast-paced environment to meet business objectives.
• Communicate and engage with the workforce at every level to build trust, continuity, and collaboration throughout the teams, consistently demonstrating a strong culture of teamwork and operational excellence.

Skills/Qualifications required:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Industrial Engineering, Accounting, or related discipline preferred.
• A minimum of 3-5 years of management experience that is directly related to the duties and responsibilities outlined.
• Nutracuetical or beverage manufacturing processing preferred.
• A proven track record of implementing TPM or LEAN management systems.
• Skilled in examining and re-engineering operations and procedures, formulating policy, and developing and implementing new strategies and procedures
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing. Strong interpersonal skills and proven track record of developing and coaching people. Proven track record of developing future leaders.
• Ability to manage performance, coach and provide feedback. Ability to use data to develop KPIs and performance goals for team.
• Working knowledge of information technology and information systems such as ERP, MRP, MES, SCADA and business analytics
• Ability to manage relationships with local government and regulatory officials to maintain and improve compliance of federal and state environmental laws, regulations, procedures, and standards
• Knowledge of cost accounting, budgeting, or fiscal management principles and procedures
• Ability to handle ambiguity and work in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

Application Question(s):

• What is your salary expectation based on your skills and experience?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Director of Manufacturing Operations: 3 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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