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JOB POSTING GENERAL MANAGER Caribbean Food Delights (CFD), a privately owned & operated company, is the leading manufacturer of Jamaican Style Patties: beef, chicken and vegetable. Our state-of-the-art facility is SQF certified. We are seeking an experienced, motivated, trustworthy and ethical self-starter who can create strategic direction and lead a team of several managers. Job responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: Oversee the plant operation and provide general management and leadership, including efforts to facilitate timely and cost-effective order fulfillment and product and service quality; monitor and control labor costs of all departments. Achieve production plan on a weekly and monthly basis and ensure customer service remain at a high level; accomplish the companys production goals and objectives ensuring that the plant operates in a safe, efficient and profitable manner. Provide regular direction and leadership to managers, with an emphasis on operating efficiency, productivity and production output. Drive continuously, process improvement, lean initiative and change management. Develop, monitor and report on operating costs within functional areas. Identify improvement opportunities, make recommendations and implement solutions. Coach and develop team members, by engaging in key or targeted customer activities. Evaluate and make recommendations for key investments in equipment, infrastructure and talent Influence and manage culture and lead innovative practices for the betterment of the business. Coordinate work activities among the various departments, on an on-going basis. Communicate information effectively, on all levels, to ensure finished products exceed established quality standards. Have up to date knowledge of all suppliers and current machinery which will develop business for the future. Improve waste management and environmental factors, continuously; reduce the cost of rejected products. Create a people plan that will improve the working conditions for all staff and create depth and caliber that are appropriate for future needs; implement a Safety Committee and lead with monthly/quarterly reporting metrics. Bring expertise and professionalism that will improve the effective functioning of the team Attend management and other meetings. Perform any other related duties for Caribbean Food Delights and other related companies as assigned and unilaterally determined by CFD. QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS/REQUIREMENTS: Bachelors degree in business administration, management or equivalent Minimum 5-7 years related experience; experience in food manufacturing a plus Proficient in Microsoft Office, Sage & PRIMS or equivalent Knowledge of SQF, GMPs, HACCP, SOP, Pest Control Programs, USDA & FDA regulations, a plus Strong leadership and managerial abilities Strong math, analytical and data entry skills Strong communication (verbal, writing, listening) skills Critical thinker, results-oriented Strong ability to manage the production planning function PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS FOR POSITION WITH OR WITHOUT REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION: Frequent walking, bending, reaching, lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds; prolonged standing; frequent verbal communication; frequent and repetitive keyboarding motion. Ability to operate standard office equipment computer, facsimile machine, photocopier, calculator, multi-line telephone system, etc. Pay range $125k - $135k p/y + discretionary bonus + benefits. EOE; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their disability or protected veteran status. Please fax resume to: or e-mail to: . No phone calls, no relocation offer, must be eligible to work in the USA. QUALIFIED APPLICANTS ONLY