Vice President of Operations

Position Summary

The Vice President of Operations will lead and manage the Sterling, VA manufacturing facility, overseeing production, maintenance, quality, distribution, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer (COO), this executive will drive operational excellence, improve productivity, maintain food safety standards, and ensure efficient, cost-effective plant operations.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum of 10 years of progressive leadership experience managing manufacturing or plant operations, specializing in sous vide production.
• Minimum of 5 years of production management experience.
• Experience managing food production audits, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), and other food safety standards.
• Demonstrated ability to drive production performance in a manufacturing environment.
• Previous experience in food manufacturing is required.
• Proven track record of effective plant leadership, team development, mentoring, and cross-functional collaboration.
• Strong organizational, technical, quality, safety, and environmental management skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, results-oriented environment and manage multiple complex tasks simultaneously.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Bilingual abilities preferred.

Pay: $125,000.00 - $130,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person