New Facility -This Jobot Job is hosted by: Ray Bahl
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Salary: $135,000 - $160,000 per year
A bit about us:Founded nearly 50 years ago and based in Rancho Cucamonga, California, with manufacturing and distribution operations throughout multiple states, we are a nationally recognized, family-owned leader in beverage manufacturing and distribution. We produce and distribute some of the most recognized beverage products in the industry and continue investing in advanced manufacturing technology, automation, and operational excellence. We are currently developing a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility that will feature advanced bottling, canning, and blow-molding capabilities. Our continued growth creates exciting opportunities for experienced manufacturing leaders to build high-performing teams, optimize production operations, and help shape the future of our organization.
Why join us?- 25% Bonus Opportunity
- 401(k) with Generous Match
- Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision
- Generous PTO & Paid Holidays
- Education Reimbursement
- Collaborative Work Environment: Work closely with operations, maintenance, and plant leadership
- High-Impact Role: Direct influence on plant performance and transformation initiatives
Job DetailsKey Responsibilities and Duties
- Oversee manufacturing operations, ensuring safety, quality, productivity, and operational efficiency.
- Lead the implementation and execution of capital expenditure projects to improve manufacturing capabilities, safety, and overall performance.
- Develop and execute one-year and three-year business plans aligned with company objectives and local market requirements.
- Lead production operations across five manufacturing lines, including bottling, canning, and blow molding.
- Partner with maintenance, engineering, and automation teams to ensure equipment reliability, efficiency, and operational readiness.
- Support the launch and ramp-up of a new manufacturing facility, transitioning from initial single-shift operations toward a future 24/7, three-shift environment.
- Establish manufacturing performance metrics and monitor production efficiency, downtime, quality, and overall operational results.
- Translate facility goals into actionable objectives for manufacturing teams while supporting overall supply chain performance.
- Coach, mentor, and develop manufacturing leaders and production personnel to build a high-performing culture.
- Identify opportunities for continuous improvement, process optimization, and operational cost reduction.
- Ensure compliance with company specifications, environmental standards, safety regulations, and customer service expectations.
- Review manufacturing and business results, implementing corrective actions and long-term improvements.
- Represent the organization professionally when hosting customers, leading facility tours, and interacting with external stakeholders.
- Collaborate with plant leadership and cross-functional departments to support long-term manufacturing growth and operational strategy.
Qualifications - Needed
- Education: Bachelor's degree with 8+ years of related experience and 4+ years of leadership experience; OR high school diploma/GED with 11+ years of relevant experience and 6+ years of leadership experience.
- Preferred Education: Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related discipline; master's degree preferred.
- Industry Experience: Strong manufacturing operations experience within beverage manufacturing preferred; food manufacturing backgrounds also considered.
- Maintenance Expertise: Strong understanding of industrial maintenance, production equipment, troubleshooting, and equipment reliability.
- Automation: Experience working with automated manufacturing equipment, production lines, and industrial control systems.
- Capital Projects: Experience implementing manufacturing CAPEX projects, equipment installations, and process improvements.
- Production Operations: Background overseeing high-volume manufacturing, packaging, bottling, canning, or similar production environments.
- ERP Systems: Experience utilizing SAP or another large-scale enterprise resource planning system.
- Leadership: Proven ability to lead, coach, mentor, and develop manufacturing teams while establishing accountability and operational expectations.
- Operational Strategy: Experience developing manufacturing plans, tracking performance metrics, and improving operational efficiency.
- Communication: Ability to engage customers, lead facility tours, and represent the organization professionally.
- Availability: Must be able to work onsite in Rancho Cucamonga and provide weekend availability when needed.
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