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Head of Operations **URGENT**

$165k - $200k

gpac

Director of Operations

Western Wisconsin | Dairy Manufacturing

A well-established dairy manufacturer is seeking an experienced Director of Operations to provide strategic leadership across multiple plant functions and help drive the next phase of organizational growth.

This is an excellent opportunity for a proven manufacturing leader who thrives on developing people, improving performance, strengthening accountability, and partnering with executive leadership to build a high-performing operation. The Director of Operations will play a critical role in shaping operational strategy, supporting business growth, and ensuring world-class performance across the facility.

Provide leadership and direction for all plant operations, including Production, Maintenance, Quality, Sanitation, Warehouse, Shipping, and Milk Receiving.

Partner with executive leadership to develop and execute operational strategies that support business objectives and long-term growth.

Build, mentor, and develop leadership teams while creating a culture focused on accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement.

Drive operational excellence through KPI management, process optimization, and performance improvement initiatives.

Ensure compliance with all food safety, quality, regulatory, and workplace safety standards.

Identify opportunities to improve productivity, efficiency, and profitability while maintaining exceptional product quality.

Support capital projects, facility improvements, and future expansion initiatives.

Significant operations leadership experience within dairy, food, beverage, consumer packaged goods, or related manufacturing environments.

Annual Performance Bonus

Relocation Assistance Available

Career Growth and Executive Leadership Opportunity

Please send your confidential resume to Brittany at brittany.com for immediate consideration.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

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