Product Development Manager----------NEW LISTING !!!
Based in Southern CA
BS Food Science-related area
Requirements:
Strong creative/concept/culinary ability
USDA experience is a must/ Frozen foods is plus
Sauces/seasonings/spices/ savory ingredients knowledge
Concepting ability and knowledge of the category is required and skills to design products without heavy input from Sales/Marketing-- as well as experience/comfort level in front of customers.
Must be a hands-on, motivated, high-energy, versatile, team–player.
Competitive compensation and benefits are offered; local candidates only-- relocation assistance is not available
Category Analyst----------NEW LISTING !!!
May be home-based in Northern CA, South CA, Central Valley (CA) or Central Coast (CA)
BA/BS Business related-area required; 5+ years in CPG experience (with 2 years in analytical experience and at least 2 years in account/market business management
Advanced skills in the use of syndicated data software and measures, consumer measures, Optura Analytics, space management software (Apollo preferred), Nielsen IRI, Spectra, MS Office. Must have advanced Excel skills and be able to make effective presentations.
Responsibilities include:
Manages retailer specific category advisor relationships and corresponding shelf management to include:
Develop comprehensive knowledge of customer, consumer and employer's objectives/strategies and insights and utilize best practice approach with the retailer
Lead the team's analytics process to successfully interpret business issues and develop fact based recommendations that lead to an executable plan
Provide ongoing assessment of assigned business' KPIs and provide tracking to assess account performance and opportunities
Apply knowledge of category/consumer insights and best practices to create solutions
Share key insights and best practices with assorted team members and fellow category management personnel
Manage development of category strategies and works with the Retailer to implement plans
Some regional travel required
Outstanding opportunity to join domestic of division of major multinational-- an established category leader
Competitive compensation and benefits are offered; relocation not required if based in California
Controller----------NEW LISTING !!!
Based in Midwest
BA/BS Finance-related discipline; Knowledge of general accounting, cost accounting, finance, and business operations
Manage financial affairs of small but growing Food manufacturing Plant
Responsibilities include:
Insure adherence to corporate standards, financial procedures and guidelines.
Ensure a system of strong internal controls is in place and support SOXcompliance initiatives.
Analyze plant financial results, while providing recommendations to maintain and improve overall plant performance.
Ensure the integrity of product standard costs.
Direct payroll activities to ensure proper payment of wages, adherence to all policies and the proper allocation of labor hours and dollars.
Insure that all Accounting and Financial Reports are Accurate and Issued on a Timely Basis.
Provide accurate and timely monthly financial statements
Insure all accounting activity follows generally accepted accounting principles, along with Financial Accounting Standards (FAS) guidelines.
Insure proper accounting procedures are maintained for the safeguard of company assets and operations.
Computer skills essential; proficient in both verbal and written communications; Self-starting, highly energetic style, with an ability to work effectively with a broad range of team members
Outstanding opportunity with a fast-growing, entrepreneurial, fresh-foods manufacturer for retail channel
Competitive compensation and benefits are offered; modest relocation assistance will be considered on a case-by-case basis (real estate costs not included)
Plant HR Generalist----------NEW LISTING!!!!!!
Based in Midwest
BS/BA is a plus; business-related area is a plus
Responsibilities include: Employee Relations and Payroll/Benefits
Experience must include HR supervision in a Manufacturing environment
Outstanding opportunity with a fast-growing, non-union, entrepreneurial, fresh-foods manufacturer for retail channel
Competitive compensation and benefits are offered; modest relocation assistance will be considered on a case-by-case basis (real estate costs not included)
Director of Supply Chain & Logistics
Based in Southern CA
BA/BS degree plus 10 years supply chain management, FMCG, and/or OEM management experience in a multinational company are required
Heads overall management of the logistics activities in multiple domestic facilities and import/export, warehouse operations and delivery service to customers in the Americas
Responsibilities include:
Maximize distribution network to achieve the company strategic long-term objectives
Lead logistics team to provide consistent quality and on time delivery for customers
Build logistic management systems /procedures with high efficiency and low inventory levels
Optimize the supply chain flow in multi-plant locations with maximum efficiency and lowest cost
Review operational data and provide up-to-date logistics recommendations to the Management Team
Prepare, implement and monitor the annual logistics budget
Improve import and export operations
Train and Develop staff and associates
Strong analytical, organizational, planning, communication and interpersonal skills
Outstanding opportunity to join a well-regarded, long-standing, internationally recognized manufacturer of premium quality specialty food items sold into multiple channels of trade
Attractive compensation and benefits are offered; relocation assistance is available but will not include real estate costs
Regional Food Service Sales Manager
Based in California (Central Valley, Southern CA or Northern CA)
BA/BS is strongly preferred; must bring 5-10 years of Foodservice Sales experience and strong business/financial acumen
Provides sales- broker- & customer-relationship management leadership.
Responsibilities include:
Develop sales forecasts
Maintain existing accounts as well as expand distribution
Retain margins in commodity business
Prepare annual budget (regional)
Target prospective new customers, make sales presentations, and close sales generating new revenues
Assist in pricing, analysis, development of new products
High energy and strong work ethic/ level of commitment required as well as strong communication and organizational skills (both written and verbal)
Excellent opportunity to join an established industry leader
Competitive compensation and excellent benefits are offered
R&D Process Technologist
Based in Midwest
BS Food Science-related area; Fresh-food processing experience is strongly preferred
Responsibilities include:
Bench-top formulations
Time/temperature and shelf-life extension studies
Manage pilot trials, scale-up and commercialization
Ingredient costing and optimization
Ability to handle deadlines and manage multiple projects; work in a team-setting and interact productively with different departments
Outstanding opportunity with a fast-growing, entrepreneurial, fresh-foods manufacturer for retail channel
Competitive compensation and benefits are offered; relocation assistance will be considered on a case-by-case basis
Purchasing Manager
Based in Midwest
BA/BS is a plus; Fresh-based experience is a must-have with focus on Protein
Responsibilities include:
Sourcing and purchasing of all items needed for production of fresh (refrigerated) food products
Negotiate contracts for recurring and non-recurring ingredients ensuring optimal ingredients costs
Handle BOM’s and assist in determining product pricing
Recommend modifications to production schedule
Maximize buying opportunities and review/assess national vendor base
Ability to strategize, negotiate, understand products and improve sourcing is critical and must be able to work within tight time frames and facility schedule.
Outstanding opportunity with a fast-growing, entrepreneurial, fresh-foods manufacturer for retail channel
Competitive compensation and benefits are offered; modest relocation assistance will be considered on a case-by-case basis
Quality Assurance Manager
Based in Southern CA
BS Food Science-related degree and Technical management and staff supervision experience (Plant Level-- meat and/or poultry) are required
Responsibilities include:
Oversee quality Plant QA function and staff supervision
Maintain product standards and integrity
Liaise with R&D, Production, Supply Chain team members
Strong communications and follow-up skills; team and work-ethic are a must
Great opportunity with a fast-growth, fast-paced, high-quality state-of-the-art manufacturing operation
Competitive compensation and benefits are offered; relocation assistance available on a case-by-case basis
Vice President Manufacturing Operations
Based in Southern CA
BS Engineering preferred (or Food-Science-related discipline); 10 years of Food manufacturing/production management experience required
Will direct and coordinate activities across key functions including Purchasing, Planning & Materials Control, Production, Engineering and Technical Services
Responsibilities include:
Lead member of manufacturing management team
Develop and implement a results-oriented, customer driven, team work-focused culture
Drive cost reduction, productivity improvement, increasing efficiency and process/system optimization efforts
Assist in development of long term business strategic plan
Develop long term business strategic plan for manufacturing operations
Prepare, execute and monitor annual budgets
Provide operational data analysis
Develop and implement comprehensive talent management system
Plan production and utilize resources to achieve order fulfillment and on time delivery targets
Direct cross-functional engineering team towards plant-wide continuous improvement
Excellent interpersonal, follow-through, leadership and organizational, abilities required as well as full command of Chinese language skills (Cantonese or Mandarin)
Outstanding opportunity to join a well-regarded, long-standing, internationally recognized manufacturer of premium quality specialty food items sold into multiple channels of trade
Attractive compensation and benefits are offered; relocation assistance is available but will not include real estate costs
Business Unit Manager (Retail Food Products)
Based in Nevada
Food/Beverage/Pharmaceuticals CPG management experience required
Responsibilities include:
Identify, propose and justify capital purchases to automate the operation
Convert sales forecast to a production schedule
Implements purchasing plan for all packaging and supplies.
Take sales concepts from idea to implementation
Must understand and develop the P&L
Must be very hands-on with strong work ethic, high energy, problem-solving ability-- and comfortable in a small, fast-paced entrepreneurial environment
Excellent opportunity with a fast-growing company
Competitive compensation and benefits are offered; interested candidates must be willing to self-relocate
Research and Development Technologist
Based in Southern CA
BS Food Science -related area required; 3+ years of formulation experience with functional food products is required
Responsibilities include:
Utilizes best practices and procedures in hands on formulating, scale up and commercialization
Liaises with Sales, Marketing, Production, and Supply Chain colleagues
Presents and articulates product ideas and innovations to customers
Prepares life, customer, and consumer samples and reviews shelf life protocols
Runs and monitors bench-top, and manufacturing scale-up batches
Maintains network of vendors, consultants and educators
Solid communication skills, both written and verbal are needed
Great opportunity to contribute to an R&D-driven organization that commands its fast-growing product category
Competitive compensation and benefits are available; limited relocation assistance may be offered on a case-by-case basis
Area Production Manager
Based in Southern CA
BA/BS is a plus (not required) Fresh Foods Production supervision background is preferred -- experience in a clean-room environment is a plus
Responsibilities include:
Manage leads and up to 100+ line-workers in high-end, commissary-style operation to control material usage and ensure costs stay within budgeted levels
Scheduling, coaching, training and maintenance of effective communications at all levels
Promote high quality standards and ensure compliance with Technical and Quality standards
Enforce GMPs and identify/ resolve departmental issues
Responsible for the highest level of health and safety for the employees
Ideal candidate will bring analytical and multi-tasking, ability, strong work ethic and energy, outstanding interpersonal and team-based skills and a get-it-done !!! approach
Great opportunity with a fast-growth, fast-paced high-volume high-quality state-of-the-art manufacturing operation
Competitive compensation and benefits are offered
Engineering & Maintenance Manager
Centrally located in Southern CA
BS Engineering discipline required; bilingual Spanish/ English is a plus
Responsibilities include:
Supervise 10 non-union mechanics
Strong, hands-on leadership, communications, and budgeting skills are required.
Equipment includes: conveyers-- grinders-- tumblers-- ribbon-mixers-- ovens-- stuffers-- boilers-- freon refrigeration
Opportunity for professional growth with a growing, family-owned company backed by 80 years of fine foods tradition
Competitive compensation and benefits are offered; relocation assistance is not available
President / Chief Executive Officer
(specialty Tea products)
Chief Operating Officer
(healthy baked goods)
Chief Financial Officer
(nutrition bars)
General Manager
(cereal and snacks)
Vice President of Quality Assurance & Technical Services
(fresh juice)
Vice President of Marketing--Consumer Packaged Foods
(energy drinks)
Vice President of Sales and Marketing
(specialty grain-based food ingredients)
Vice President, Foodservice Sales
(sauces, dips, condiments)
Director of Retail Sales (Consumer Packaged Foods)
(further-processed meats)
Corporate Purchasing Director
(specialty beverages)
Manufacturing Operations Director
(refigerated entrees)
Director of New Product Development
(formulated fruit items)
Director of Quality Assurance
(nutrition bars)
Director of Customer Service
(fresh cut salad)
Operations Manager
(frozen Mexican entrees & appetizers)
Marketing Manager
(spices & seasonings)
Brand Manager (Retail Marketing)
(energy drinks)
Plant Manager
(aseptic-packed fruit purees)
Distribution & Warehouse Manager
(canned fruit)
Quality Assurance Manager
(encapsulated flavors)
Production Manager
(processed seafood)
