Join NELLSON and Become Part of a Winning Team of Professionals! We currently have an immediate opportunity for a Director of Production to join the BAR DIVISION at our ONTARIO, CALIFORNIA location. Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: Position Summary The Director of Production is responsible for overseeing all production operations within facility. This role provides strategic leadership to ensure efficient, safe, and high-quality manufacturing processes while maximizing operational performance. The Director partners with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement, optimize resource utilization, and support business objectives related to growth, cost efficiency, and customer satisfaction. Essential Functions
- Provide strategic leadership and direction for production teams to achieve operational goals and performance targets.
- Oversee daily manufacturing operations to ensure production schedules, quality standards, and safety requirements are consistently met.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on efficiency, yield improvement, waste reduction, throughput optimization, and cost control.
- Develop and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) related to production output, efficiency, quality, and overall operational performance.
- Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and R&D teams to support production requirements and successful new product introductions.
- Lead root cause analysis and corrective action processes for production-related issues.
- Develop and manage departmental budgets, staffing plans, and operational resources.
- Ensure compliance with all safety, GMP, regulatory, and company requirements across manufacturing operations.
- Promote a culture of safety, accountability, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.
- Oversee employee training and development programs to build technical capabilities, leadership skills, and operational knowledge.
- Support implementation of new technologies, automation, and process improvements within the facility.
- Communicate performance results, operational challenges, and improvement initiatives to senior leadership.
Additional Duties Lead strategic projects, cross-functional initiatives, and operational excellence programs. Perform other duties as assigned in alignment with business needs.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Business Management, or related field required; advanced degree preferred.
- Minimum of 8-10 years of progressive leadership experience in manufacturing operations.
- Extensive experience leading large-scale production operations within a food manufacturing environment.
- Strong knowledge of GMPs, food safety regulations, quality systems, and manufacturing best practices.
- Proven leadership, team development, change management, and organizational management skills.
- Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies preferred.
- Strong financial acumen, including budget management, labor planning, and cost control.
- Excellent problem-solving, decision-making, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Physical Demands This position requires a combination of office and production floor activities, including walking, standing, and interacting with manufacturing personnel and equipment, with occasional lifting, while reasonable accommodations will be provided in accordance with applicable laws. Work Environment This position operates in both manufacturing and office environments and requires frequent presence on the production floor, exposure to industrial conditions, and adherence to all safety, GMP, and PPE requirements while managing operations in a fast-paced production environment. Why Join Nellson? At Nellson, we invest in talented individuals and provide opportunities for continuous learning, professional growth, and career advancement. Our state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities and collaborative culture create an environment where employees can thrive and make a meaningful impact.
We Offer:
- Competitive Pay
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Generous Paid Time Off
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Professional Development Opportunities
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Recognition Programs
- Career Growth Opportunities
- And Much More!
Learn more about Nellson and our culture at www.nellsonllc.com. Apply Today! Take the next step in your career and join a team dedicated to quality, innovation, and operational excellence. Apply today and discover how you can make an impact at Nellson. EEO & Compliance Statement The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to compliance with all applicable employment laws and regulations and makes employment decisions based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, while prohibiting discrimination, harassment, and retaliation and providing reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable laws. Employment Disclaimer This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed and is not an exhaustive list of all duties. The Company reserves the right to modify responsibilities at any time based on business needs. Employees may be assigned additional duties, and employment is at-will where applicable and subject to termination by either party at any time in accordance with applicable laws.