Our client is a venture-backed, early stage technology company seeking an experienced Operations expert to join its leadership team and drive commercialization. They are deploying a groundbreaking biomass manufacturing platform to lower the cost and improve the quality of natural ingredients for the food and beverage, animal feed and cosmetics industries. The platform, in addition to driving down costs and improving quality and reliability, could dramatically improve overall sustainability – especially the mitigation of climate change.
Working with the Massachusetts-based team and reporting to the CEO, the VP of Operations will oversee the development and operation of manufacturing facilities, specifically: site selection, design, operations and staff training and management.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering preferred.
10-12 years of year’s progressive management experience in a food, beverage or pharma manufacturing environment.
Industry experience with indoor food production methods preferred.
Budgeting and planning experience required.
Skills and Competencies:
Experience in building and opening a new food manufacturing facility.
Excellent communication and follow-up skills with a strong drive for continuous improvement.
Experience in building functional teams.
Must be eligible to work in the US without sponsorship.
For more information, please contact Moira McGrath at OPUS International, Inc. 954 428-3888 or e-mail moira@foodscience.com