Del monte foods (dmfc) is a multi-national food company headquartered in walnut creek, ca, with a powerful portfolio of brands, including iconic del monte, contadina and college inn. Our premium-quality meal ingredients, snacks and beverages can be found in six out of ten u.s. households.
at del monte foods, we believe in supporting one another. In helping our people shape their own careers - in letting them grow outward, upward and across disciplines. We are tending to the greater good, providing accessible, nourishing, great-tasting food for all. We are del monte foods – growers of good.
we are looking for an experienced manufacturing manager to lead operations at our montemorelos facility. This is a high-impact leadership role focused on driving production excellence, ensuring safety and quality, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
key responsibilities
:
* operations management
: achieve production volume, cost, quality, and safety targets while maintaining high morale and a safe work environment.
* financial oversight
: develop and manage budgets, prioritize spending, and lead cost-reduction initiatives.
* facility & equipment
: oversee design, construction, maintenance, and upgrades of machinery and infrastructure.
* capital projects
: identify and justify improvement projects; manage planning, budgeting, and execution.
* safety leadership
: promote a safe workplace through training, policy enforcement, and compliance with dmfc safety standards.
* quality and food safety
: ensure product quality, legality, and food safety compliance with gmp, fsma, brc, and del monte standards.
* procurement
: manage purchasing of materials and supplies to meet production needs cost-effectively.
* employee development
: foster communication, support staff growth, and build a high-performing team culture.
* corporate collaboration
: contribute to cross-functional initiatives and task forces that benefit the broader organization.
* environmental compliance
: maintain environmental standards through housekeeping, training, and policy development/enforcement.
qualifications
:
* bachelor's degree
* 5+ years of directly relatable experience in manufacturing management
* intermediate to advanced english proficiency
* proficiency in microsoft office (word, excel, & outlook)
* proven track record in team leadership, process optimization, and cost control
* familiarity with lean manufacturing, six sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies
* knowledge of quality assurance, safety regulations, and compliance standards
* comfort with manufacturing software & data analysis tools
del monte foods leadership behaviors
:
as leaders we:
ground our teams
* connect our teams to a clear strategy
* provide the support our teams need for success
* hold ourselves and our teams accountable
create the climate
* solve problems together with our teams
* enable smart risk taking
* empower our teams to make decisions and take action
nurture the good
* are intentional about building trust
* lead with empathy
* grow and develop our teams