Area Operations Manager

Nom Nom delivers delight to dogs with real‑good, feel‑good meals that are prepared, portioned, and packaged in‑house. Guided by a philosophy of devotion, attention, and care, the company partners with board‑certified veterinary nutritionists and world‑class scientists to create nutritionally optimal recipes. The role offers the chance to lead a dynamic plant operation where passion meets nutrition and every tail wag reflects the team’s dedication.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the entire operation of Nom Nom pet‑food production, including Operations, Fulfillment, Food Safety, Maintenance, and Engineering projects at the site.
• Collaborate with the Plant Director, Quality Manager, and other corporate leaders to execute policies, procedures, and strategic plans while ensuring efficient operations and consistent team‑member and food safety.
• Promote and drive continuous improvement throughout the manufacturing operation.
• Establish and achieve production and fulfillment schedules that most effectively utilize people, processes, and equipment.
• Align overall team resources to meet strategic operation goals in accordance with plant objectives.
• Lead, direct, and control capital and operating budgets.
• Hire, train, select, and supervise plant supervisory and line leaders.

Requirements

• 3–5 years of experience as a Manager or 5+ years as a Warehouse/Operations Manager.
• Experience in the food & beverage manufacturing industry.
• Experience managing an operation budget.
• Ability to lead multiple disciplines to execute Nom Nom’s policies, procedures, and standards.
• Demonstrated safety culture with people and products.
• Proven experience implementing continuous‑improvement methodologies.
• Proven ability to scale a business.
• Expertise in process management and project management.
• Overall responsibility to own and deliver against annual plan metrics.
• Experience supporting, coaching, motivating, and developing high‑performing teams.
• Business acumen and experience leading in an inclusive, diverse work culture.
• Bachelor’s degree required or significant equivalent experience.

Nom Nom embraces inclusion, diversity, and equal opportunity. The company is committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or any other legally protected status.