Job Information
TECHNICAL SERVICES MANAGER at
Confidential
Located in:
CO
Seniority Level:
Management / Supervisory
Union or Non-Union:
Not Applicable
What shift is this position:
First
Specific product expertise required:
All Food
Base Salary: $100 000 - $125 000 Bonus: 20% Benefits: Other Compensation:
Critical Requirements:
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(Earn 7 Career Points)
Base Salary: $100 000 - $125 000 Bonus: 20% Benefits: Other Compensation:
Skills and Experience
Education Required:
Undergraduate
Willing to relocate:
Yes
Additional Languages:
- CURRENT OR VERY RECENT FOOD/BVG PLANT MFG EXPERIENCE
Job Description
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- Bachelors degree in Engineering, Dairy Science, or related Technical Degree with a Masters degree preferred
- Progressive & Stable work history is a must
- 10-15 years Quality Assurance experience in food manufacturing environments with emphasis on ESL, Aseptic, and/or Dairy equipment
- 2-4 years Sanitation experience.
- 2-4 years Lab Management experience.
- Multiple/remote plant quality management experience
- Understanding of plant production systems, dairy equipment, processing and filling equipment, GMP, HACCP, sanitation, plant safety, quality systems, kosher and organic regulations.
- 6-10 years multi-plant QA/QC responsibility preferred
- 4-6 years dairy industry/process experience preferred
- Responsible for defining, developing, and leading the Technical Services function.
- Initial priorities include aligning the broader organization to a common vision for the Technical Services function and creating a charter that defines roles and responsibilities.
- Direct Reports 4 salaried managers
- Support and drive new product, process and technological innovation, commercialization initiatives, associated regulatory interaction, and process improvement efforts.
- Preserve brand equity, improve manufacturing efficiency, and assure food quality and safety.
- Engage in activities with equipment manufacturers, industry colleagues, and regulatory agencies.
- Develop a Technical Services strategy and align across the organization. Clearly define roles, responsibilities, and the points of connection with key partners including Research & Development, Operations, Engineering, and Project Management.
- Continue developing a team of process and product experts relevant to company products/processes and establish the team as a resource for the broader organization in all matters of technical services.
- Assess the competencies of present team members and maximize alignment between skills and responsibilities.
- Strengthen competencies among the team by identifying developmental needs and delivering solutions accordingly.
- Utilize Lean Manufacturing concepts to improve processes and reduce waste.
- Perform process capability studies to verify that all manufacturing specifications can be met within co-pack and company owned manufacturing facilities.
- Support and/or drive product commercialization, line/plant start-up, regulatory approval, program design, and other technical needs identified by the broader organization.
- Implement formulation specifications on new product start-ups in both co-pack and company owned manufacturing facilities. Improve the specification process where necessary.
- Implement commissioning protocols for new process equipment installed at both co-pack and company owned manufacturing facilities.
- Work closely with process authorities to facilitate the installation of new products and technologies.
- Troubleshoot and communicate product and process issues - ensure root cause / corrective actions are appropriate and are fully implemented.
- Perform technical assessments of potential new partners to ensure that these facilities are capable of meeting company expectations.
(Earn 3 Career Points)
