Operations Manager

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Job Title: Operations Manager
Location: Lopen Head, International/Other

Company: Archer Daniels Midland Company (ADM)
Industry Sector: Agribusiness
Industry Type: Input Retail, Cooperative and Related Crop Services
Career Type: Procurement/Purchasing
Job Type: Full Time

Job Description: Job Description

We are looking for an Operations Manager to lead our site, which is a key manufacturing facility producing live bacteria formulations in multiple formats, including capsules, tablets, sachets, powders, and liquid/syringe applications. We operate in a GMP-regulated environment, and the site combines complex formulation, advanced packaging technologies, and controlled storage conditions to ensure product quality and efficacy.

The role will lead all site Operations, including Production, Warehousing (across two locations), and Engineering/Maintenance, across flexible 24/5-24/7 shift patterns. It is accountable for end-to-end manufacturing performance across Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost, and a key member of the Operations Management Team.

Key Responsibilities

People: Lead, develop, and motivate teams to drive performance, accountability, and continuous improvement. Ensure effective resourcing across all operations.
Safety & Environment: Ensure compliance and drive a proactive safety culture.
Quality: Maintain GMP and food safety standards (FSSC, FEMAS, UFAS, etc.), driving ownership of quality systems and continuous improvement.
Delivery & Performance: Improve efficiency (OEE, yield, downtime) and ensure On Time In Full (OTIF) delivery.
Cost: Manage budgets and deliver cost reduction through operational improvements.
Production: Lead multi-shift operations, improve KPIs, and build a proactive production culture.
Warehousing: Oversee two-site warehousing, ensuring effective storage, inventory accuracy, and material flow.
Engineering/Maintenance: Drive asset reliability and transition to proactive maintenance; support CAPEX planning and delivery.
Lead Daily Operations Meetings (DOM) and drive engagement through GEMBA.
Contribute to site strategy and master planning.

Skills & Experience

Strong leadership, organisation, and communication skills
Proven change management mindset
10+ years' manufacturing experience (food, pharma, or regulated environment preferred)
Knowledge of GMP and standards (ISO9001, FSSC 22000, FEMAS, UFAS, NOPS)
Lean Six Sigma and ERP (e.g. IFS) experience desirable

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Diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are cornerstones of ADM's efforts to continue innovating, driving growth, and delivering outstanding performance. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce and create welcoming, truly inclusive work environments - environments that enable every ADM colleague to feel comfortable on the job, make meaningful contributions to our success, and grow their career. We respect and value the unique backgrounds and experiences that each person can bring to ADM because we know that diversity of perspectives makes us better, together.

For more information regarding our efforts to advance Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging, please visit our website here: Culture, Engagement & Inclusion | ADM.

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Job Post Date: 05/01/26