Full-Time

Operations Manager

Production

Updated on 1/17/2025

Hello Fresh

Hello Fresh

10,001+ employees

Meal kit delivery service with fresh ingredients

Food & Agriculture

Compensation Overview

$90k - $120kAnnually

Senior

Avondale, AZ, USA

Category
Production Planning & Scheduling
Warehouse Operations
Operations & Logistics
Required Skills
Excel/Numbers/Sheets
Requirements
  • 5+ years of operations management experience within manufacturing or production plant (food/beverage/perishables/CPG/eComm)
  • High school diploma or GED required
  • Proven success with managing 150-200+ employees in a hyper-growth organization
  • Comprehensive background in production, assembly, pick/pack, shipping, receiving
  • Inventory control management with a background in building/improving warehouse management or inventory tracking systems (WMS implementation a plus)
  • Continuous Improvement/Lean Manufacturing advocate efficient people & project management skills (Six Sigma, APICS, Kaizen certification preferred)
  • Strong proficiency Microsoft Excel
Responsibilities
  • Provide cross-functional leadership from the front lines and immerse yourself in the trenches to optimize productivity, promote growth, encourage innovative ideas, and inspire change
  • Map out, drive and continuously improve the day-to-day operations in a hyper-growth environment, effectively engaging, motivating and directing the team to ensure on-time and accurate delivery of customer orders
  • Manage dynamic and cross-functional teams to better assess the daily operations of Production and Fulfillment teams
  • Ensure adherence to OSHA, GMP, SQF, food safety, and facility compliance while meeting operational goals and continuously improving production
  • Coordinate product flow to drive the efficient process of receiving, storing, and distributing materials to departments
  • Ensure continuous improvement to safety, quality, cost, and delivery while growing and expanding capabilities within the warehouse
  • Drive a customer-first environment focused on and committed to delivering the highest quality product to our customers
  • Analyze shift performance to identify operational opportunities, trends, and potential cost-saving improvements
  • Partner with Production Planning team to execute devised production plans and adjust sequencing based on business need when necessary
Desired Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s Degree preferred
  • Continuous Improvement/Lean Manufacturing advocate efficient people & project management skills (Six Sigma, APICS, Kaizen certification preferred)

HelloFresh offers a meal kit delivery service that provides fresh, pre-portioned ingredients and easy-to-follow recipes to customers' homes. The subscription model allows users to select from various meal plans tailored to their dietary preferences, with the flexibility to skip weeks or cancel anytime. What distinguishes HelloFresh from competitors is its commitment to fresh, seasonal produce and sustainable sourcing. The company's goal is to simplify meal preparation while promoting healthy eating and environmentally responsible choices.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$382.1M

Headquarters

Berlin, Germany

Founded

2011

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

1%

2 year growth

0%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Growing demand for plant-based meal kits boosts HelloFresh's market appeal.
  • Increased use of AI optimizes supply chain logistics, enhancing operational efficiency.
  • Expansion into corporate wellness programs offers new partnership opportunities.

What critics are saying

  • Potential child labor violations could damage HelloFresh's brand reputation.
  • Closure of a UK site threatens 900 jobs, impacting operations and public perception.
  • Departure of key leadership may indicate potential talent retention issues.

What makes Hello Fresh unique

  • HelloFresh offers pre-portioned ingredients, eliminating meal planning and grocery shopping.
  • The company provides diverse meal plans, catering to various dietary preferences.
  • HelloFresh focuses on fresh, seasonal produce and sustainable sourcing.

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Benefits

Competitive Salary & 401k

Generous Parental leave & Flexible PTO

Health, vision, & dental insurance

75% discount on HelloFresh Subscription

Snacks, coffee, & catered lunches

Company sponsored outings