Description

Why Grande?

With more than 80 years of crafting “The Finest Italian Cheeses That Money Can Buy”, Grande is a leader in the industry! Whether partnering with independent pizzerias from coast-to-coast to ensure they’re delivering the very best pizza to their customers or assisting our food manufacturing partners in delivering specialty whey ingredient solutions, our commitment to quality can’t be matched. While Grande’s reputation of excellence in the market is important, we believe our commitment to our workplace and community culture is of equal merit – our Associates come first at Grande. To complement our industry-leading benefits, Grande puts an emphasis on your career growth opportunities, while always promoting a positive work/life balance and supporting the communities in which we live and work. If you want to learn more about our company – what we do and how we go about it – or learn more about our beautiful, state-of-the-art corporate headquarters, visit www.grande.com.

Did we convince you yet? If not check out our unique benefits

• Free onsite clinics

• Free onsite fitness center

• Free healthy snacks throughout facility

• Health and wellness reimbursement program

• Associate cheese purchasing program

• Two-year mentorship program

• State of the art corporate building: https://www.grande.com/careers/#office

Job Summary

Grande Cheese Company is searching for a dedicated Manager, Manufacturing Operations to manage the manufacturing functions within the Brownsville facility, specifically Fior, Burrata, and Intake. This role will support the daily operations to drive strategic initiatives through tactical execution. The Manager, Manufacturing Operations is accountable for safety, quality, performance and continuous improvement while positively championing Grande’s mission and culture. Apply now to drive the manufacturing of "the finest Italian cheeses money can buy!"

What you need to be considered for the role:

• Bachelors Degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Business, Leadership, Industrial Tech or other related field strongly desired. An equivalent level of experience may be considered.

• Six (6) or more years of Operations Leadership/Management related experience, preferably in the food manufacturing industry, required.

• Knowledge and experience of lean principles and process optimization.

• Certification in lean manufacturing, such as Six Sigma or Lean Six Sigma preferred.

• Knowledge of Federal, State, and Local food and water regulations, including CFR, FSMA, the PMO, and Bioterrorism Act.

• A mobile phone is required for this position.

Qualifications

Education

Required

• Bachelors Degree or better in Operations Management