Ferrara

VP, Manufacturing

Ferrara

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: Chicago • Illinois • United States

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Salary

💰 $211,875 - $296,625 per year

Job Level

Lead

About the role

  • Lead a network of eight plants across the U.S. and Mexico
  • Drive safety, quality, cost, service, and innovation while delivering manufacturing excellence
  • Optimize operational standards to elevate performance
  • Cultivate a next-generation leadership pipeline

Requirements

  • 15+ years of progressive leadership experience in consumer food manufacturing or fast-moving consumer goods
  • Deep expertise in TPM, Lean, Six Sigma, and large-scale manufacturing transformation
  • Exceptional strategic thinking, planning, and decision-making ability
  • Strong financial and operational acumen with the ability to manage large budgets
  • Proven ability to develop talent, build high-performing teams, and manage organizational change
  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical field required
  • Advanced degree (MBA or Master’s in Engineering or related discipline) strongly preferred
Benefits
  • health insurance
  • dental insurance
  • 401(k)
  • paid time off (PTO)
  • annual bonus based on company performance
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
TPMLeanSix Sigmamanufacturing transformationoperational standardsbudget management
Soft Skills
strategic thinkingplanningdecision-makingtalent developmentteam buildingorganizational change management
Certifications
Bachelor’s degree in EngineeringMBAMaster’s in Engineering