Operations Manager

Operations Manager at Barry Callebaut Group Location: St. Albans, VT Reporting to: Site Manager Pay Range $118,300.00 - $167,500.00 per year Shift Hours Monday - Friday 7:00am - 4:00pm. This 24/7 facility requires open availability and the ability to work all shifts, including evenings, overnights, weekends, and holidays. Key Responsibilities Lead and model Barry Callebaut values, practicing servant leadership. Direct and manage plant operations for Production and Sanitation. Adhere to and promote GMPs and all other food safety requirements. Lead and own the Autonomous Maintenance (AM) Pillar. Control day‑to‑day operational activities to achieve quality, operational, and financial objectives. Establish and monitor plant performance for production and quality standards. Support budget definition and execution; monitor cost and effectiveness of production activities. Manage infrastructure and assets to ensure hygienic conditions. Recommend and implement changes to improve productivity, reduce cost and scrap, and monitor scrap and rework data. Take corrective actions in accordance with company policies and applicable regulations. Qualifications BA/BS in Industrial, Mechanical, or Business Administration. 10+ years in manufacturing management, preferably in process‑oriented operations. Minimum 5 years managing a significant segment of a large manufacturer or entire operation of a smaller manufacturer. Experience with IWS/TPM methodology and Autonomous Maintenance. Strong technical background supporting continuous improvement work. Background in manufacturing methods and process improvement programs. Working knowledge of budgets and financial statements. Proven business and people management skills. Detailed knowledge of plant and manufacturing functional disciplines. Strong interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills. Knowledge of quality and safety regulations. Proficiency with MS Office Suite, SAP, and manufacturing applications (e.g., scheduling, CMMS, MES). What You Can Expect from Barry Callebaut Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits. 12 paid holidays, generous PTO, and additional birthday off. Environment that welcomes workplace flexibility. Diversity embraced and inclusivity is standard. #OneBC. Opportunities to grow personally and professionally within an organization that values development and internal career growth. Part of the mission to make sustainability the norm through Forever Chocolate, focusing on farmer prosperity, zero child labor, carbon‑positive practices, and fully sustainable ingredients. Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level Employment Type Full‑time Job Function Manufacturing / Food and Beverage Manufacturing #J-18808-Ljbffr Barry Callebaut Group