Hartmann Young is partnering exclusively with a U.S. leader in shelf-stable and aseptic food & beverage production. As the business scales and modernises its operations, we are hiring a Director of Manufacturing to drive performance, safety, and efficiency across multiple production sites.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead end-to-end manufacturing operations across multiple facilities, ensuring alignment with company KPIs and quality standards.
- Oversee production planning, asset utilization, labor efficiency, and downtime management.
- Ensure full compliance with food safety, regulatory, and environmental standards (FDA, USDA, OSHA).
- Partner with Quality, Maintenance, and Supply Chain to optimise output and reduce cost per unit.
- Implement Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement principles across all lines.
- Develop site leaders and implement a high-performance culture focused on safety, accountability, and operational excellence.
Qualifications
- 10+ years in manufacturing leadership within the food & beverage sector.
- Strong background in aseptic/low-acid processing and shelf-stable production environments.
- Experience in multi-site management or large-scale plant operations.
- Familiar with SQF, GMP, HACCP, and FDA regulations.