Operations Manager
Role Overview
Dart makes everyday products that give people the freedom to enjoy the food & drinks they love, wherever they are.
From to-go containers and dinnerware to tamper-evident food packaging and even the red SOLO cup, Dart products have been keeping people on the go and having fun for 65 years.
We’re a family-owned, family-focused company of 12,000 employees united by a shared set of values and dedicated to providing exceptional customer service.
Headquartered in Mason, MI, with 30 locations in three countries, we’re proud of our ability to innovate, manufacture and lead the way with each new generation of quality products.
Key Skills for This Role
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What You’ll Do
- Direct and optimize production operations to achieve Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for safety, quality, production, and service. Develop and implement improved processes with a focus on safety, quality, and cost. Lead continuous improvement initiatives using tools like 5 Whys, Kaizen and fishbone diagrams . Monitor KPIs, anticipate trends, and adjust plans to meet targets. Drive strategic planning, budgeting, and resource allocation. Facilitate improvement planning sessions and ensure measurable outcomes. Promote a culture of safety and GMP compliance through servant leadership in a continuous operations facility. What We’re Looking For Servant leader with experience managing 250+ employees in a manufacturing environment. Strong decision-making skills grounded in data analysis and financial acumen . Operational Excellence experience and familiarity with root cause analysis tools. SAP experience highly preferred. Ability to lead multi-shift or continuous operations. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Qualifications
- High school diploma with 8+ years of progressive manufacturing leadership experience OR Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or related field with 5+ years of leadership experience. Experience managing department managers across functional areas. Knowledge of planning, budgeting, cost analysis, and resource allocation. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management. Preferred Experience in plastics processing or packaging industries . Why Join Us? We offer relocation assistance, competitive compensation, and the opportunity to lead a high-performing team in a dynamic environment. Overview: Dart makes everyday products that give people the freedom to enjoy the food & drinks they love, wherever they are. From to-go containers and dinnerware to tamper-evident food packaging and even the red SOLO cup, Dart products have been keeping people on the go and having fun for 65 years. We’re a family-owned, family-focused company of 12,000 employees united by a shared set of values and dedicated to providing exceptional customer service. Headquartered in Mason, MI, with 30 locations in three countries, we’re proud of our ability to innovate, manufacture and lead the way with each new generation of quality products.
Preferred Qualifications
- High school diploma with 8+ years of progressive manufacturing leadership experience OR Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or related field with 5+ years of leadership experience. Experience managing department managers across functional areas. Knowledge of planning, budgeting, cost analysis, and resource allocation. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management. Preferred Experience in plastics processing or packaging industries . Why Join Us? We offer relocation assistance, competitive compensation, and the opportunity to lead a high-performing team in a dynamic environment. Overview: Dart makes everyday products that give people the freedom to enjoy the food & drinks they love, wherever they are. From to-go containers and dinnerware to tamper-evident food packaging and even the red SOLO cup, Dart products have been keeping people on the go and having fun for 65 years. We’re a family-owned, family-focused company of 12,000 employees united by a shared set of values and dedicated to providing exceptional customer service. Headquartered in Mason, MI, with 30 locations in three countries, we’re proud of our ability to innovate, manufacture and lead the way with each new generation of quality products.
About Dart Container
Manufactures single-use food service packaging and beverage containers.
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