Operations & TPM Leadership Candidates

Titan Staff has identified exceptional candidates for leadership in operations and TPM, showcasing strong strategic thinking and leadership capabilities. These individuals bring proven expertise in optimizing processes and driving operational success across teams.

Chief Operating Officer

  • Education: Holds an MBA, BS in Business, and BS in Food Science blending advanced business knowledge with deep agricultural expertise.
  • Experience: A distinguished 30-year career in food manufacturing, advancing through leadership roles from Production Supervisor to Chief Operating Officer. Brings extensive experience in managing complex operations, with a specialization in cheese, cultured dairy, HTST processes, and aseptic packaging.
  • Key Achievements:
    • Oversees the full P&L management of a $800MM global food manufacturing organization.
    • Successfully developed and deployed Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) initiatives across 9 US manufacturing sites and 3 distribution centers, optimizing operational efficiency.
    • Spearheads long-term capacity and strategic planning efforts, ensuring alignment with corporate growth objectives and market demands.
    • Demonstrates exceptional leadership in managing large-scale, multifaceted operations, delivering measurable improvements in performance, quality, and cost control.
  • Relocation: Currently based in Indiana and open to relocation nationwide.

VP of Manufacturing Operations

  • Education: Holds an MS in Food Science and a BS in Business, combining technical expertise with strategic leadership skills.
  • Experience: Brings 22 years of leadership experience in the food manufacturing sector, focusing on baked goods and snacks in multi-SKU, multi-site environments.
  • Key Achievements:
    • Manages full P&L accountability for a $320MM national food manufacturing organization.
    • Demonstrated expertise in strategic planning for large-scale greenfield projects and facility startups, successfully bringing complex operations online within time and budget constraints.
    • Led the implementation of TPM programs across 9 US manufacturing sites, enhancing efficiency, reliability, and operational excellence.
    • Deep knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles, driving continuous improvement across all aspects of production.
  • Relocation: Currently in Southern Illinois, open to relocation

Director of Manufacturing

  • Education: Holds an MBA, MS in Food Science, complemented by Six Sigma Black Belt certification for operational excellence.
  • Experience: 21 years of leadership within Fortune 100 food manufacturing organizations, specializing in confectionary, high-speed canning, retort, and aseptic processes.
  • Key Achievements:
    • Leads a regional scope with responsibility for one Associate Director, six Plant Managers, and full P&L accountability of $160MM.
    • Successfully managed multiple, simultaneous greenfield startup projects, delivering new facilities with operational readiness.
    • Played a pivotal role in facilitating TPM implementation across six manufacturing sites, achieving sustainable process improvements and cost reductions.
    • Recognized for exceptional team leadership and strategic problem-solving in complex manufacturing environments.
  • Relocation: Based in Texas, open to relocation nationwide.

Director of Manufacturing

  • Education: Holds a BS in Manufacturing Technology and a Six Sigma Black Belt certification, underscoring expertise in operational optimization.
  • Experience: 19 years of leadership in the food manufacturing sector, specializing in beverages, sauces, dressings, dips, and HTST pasteurization processes.
  • Key Achievements:
    • Leads five Plant Managers and two Distribution Center Managers, driving regional performance and operational efficiency.
    • Spearheaded a plant-wide Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) initiative, delivering a 4.4% year-over-year improvement.
    • Demonstrates a proven track record in implementing Lean and continuous improvement strategies to enhance productivity and reduce waste.
  • Relocation: Currently in Missouri, open to relocation nationwide or up to 80% travel.

Large Site Plant Manager

  • Education: Holds an BS in Business, providing a strong foundation for managing complex financial and operational challenges.
  • Experience: 20 years of leadership in Fortune 100 food manufacturing organizations, with expertise in ice cream, ready-to-eat products, and confectionary production.
  • Key Achievements:
    • Oversees a highly sophisticated 1 million sq. ft. facility employing 1,000 associates, including 11 direct and 50 indirect reports.
    • Extensive experience in implementing Lean Manufacturing and TPM methodologies to optimize plant performance.
    • Recognized for leading large-scale, complex operations with a focus on efficiency, quality, and employee engagement.
  • Relocation: Based in Iowa, open to relocation nationwide.

Plant Manager

  • Education: Holds a BS in Business, equipping them with a solid foundation in management and organizational skills.
  • Experience: 21 years in food and consumer packaged goods (CPG) manufacturing, with expertise in personal care, laundry care products, and high-speed beverage production.
  • Key Achievements:
    • Leads a 750,000 sq. ft. manufacturing facility with 600 employees.
    • Successfully directed a facility expansion, increasing capacity by 60%.
    • Executed a turnaround initiative, improving production capacity by 34% and enhancing employee retention by 20%.
  • Relocation: Based in Arkansas, open to relocation in the Midwest and Southeast.

Production Manager

  • Education: Holds a BS in Manufacturing Systems Engineering and a Six Sigma Green Belt certification, ensuring a focus on operational efficiency.
  • Experience: 15 years of leadership in food and beverage manufacturing, specializing in cookies, crackers, confections, and high-speed packaging.
  • Key Achievements:
    • Oversees 9 supervisors and 180 associates, driving team productivity and engagement.
    • Extensive experience in Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives, delivering measurable improvements in operational performance.
  • Relocation: Based in Minneapolis, open to relocation within the Midwest.

Production Manager

  • Education: Holds an Executive MBA and a BS in Biosystems Engineering, combining leadership with technical expertise.
  • Experience: 8 years of leadership in food and beverage manufacturing, specializing in beverages, snacks, blow molding, and high-speed packaging.
  • Key Achievements:
    • Manages 10 production lines, overseeing 12 direct reports and 150 hourly associates.
    • Demonstrates success in driving efficiency, optimizing team performance, and achieving production goals in fast-paced environments.
  • Relocation: Based in Indianapolis, open to relocation in the Midwest, Mid-Atlantic, and Southeast regions.

Production Supervisor

  • Education: Holds a BS in Agribusiness, combining business knowledge with industry-specific expertise.
  • Experience: 4 years of leadership in food manufacturing, specializing in high-speed canning, retort, and HTST pasteurization.
  • Key Achievements:
    • Leads 55 hourly associates, ensuring production efficiency, adherence to safety protocols, and quality standards.
    • Recognized for creating a productive and collaborative team environment that drives results.
  • Relocation: Based in Ohio, open to relocation within the Midwest.

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