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Activities for Leading Successful Cross-Functional Teams
By Barry M. Weinstein, President, Barry M. Weinstein & Associates |
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During your technical career you have probably been involved in a countless series of project assignments and various team structures. Some projects focus on the "purchase and installation" of equipment with well-defined parameters. Many projects however are more complex. These "development" projects require the interaction of traditional engineering departments with many different areas of an organization. This article explores various activities for leading successful cross-functional teams. |
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Food Dehydration Options
By Katherine L. Adam, Agriculture Specialist, National Center for Appropriate Technology |
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Dehydrating foods reduces the moisture in them to levels that inhibit the microbial growth that causes them to rot. Pre-treating some foods before drying preserves their flavor, color, and nutrients; prevents microbial contamination; and prolongs their shelf life. Dehydration reduces weight—an important consideration when shipping—and eliminates the need for refrigeration, making it easier to pre-mix retail products. This article focuses on commercial-scale food dehydration and equipment. It also outlines solar dehydration, a low-cost method for some small-scale operations. |
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Demand Shifts in Beef Associated with Country-of-Origin Labeling
By Dan D. Hanselka, Ernest E. Davis, David P. Anderson, and Oral Capps, Jr., Texas A&M University |
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A primary concern of the Country-of-Origin Labeling (COOL) program are the costs incurred by retail chain stores and distributors, meat packers and processors, and others in the supply chain. Since the release of the mandatory COOL program in the 2002 Farm Security and Rural Investment Act, a number of individuals and organizations have put forth estimates of the additional costs associated with the implementation of the mandatory COOL program. |
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| VP Sales Marketing | Ontario |
| In this position, you will work with and contribute to the Executive Management Team to achieve and implement strategic sales plans to meet sales and marketing objectives. You bring to this position at least 15 years of innovative sales and management experience gained in the bakery industry. As the incumbent you are responsible in meeting and/or exceeding annual sales projections, have outstanding client service skills and the ability to develop business with new and existing customers as well as forming and maintaining long term business partnerships that will promote the long term success of the company. |
| Sales / Marketing Manager | California |
| Ideally the candidate will have beverage experience in a major corporation with a wealth of distribution contacts in the Southern California area. The company is looking to expand it's operations by a factor of 10 over the next 5 years and needs a very forward thinking individual to substantially increase market share in a very competitive market. Looking for someone who has dealt with multi-million dollar accounts in distribution and retailing. Great boardroom presence as well as 10+ years of over-quota production. |
| Plant Manager | Ontario |
| In this position, you will bring many years of Operations/Plant Management experience within the baking industry with expertise in line supervision, overall operations management, frozen food technology, production efficiency as well as achieving low cost standards. Your experience in directing customer service measurements and meeting customer needs are matched with your proven process improvement experience. You have a meticulous track record in respect to cost variance initiatives and experience in using and managing Production Systems. You have a demonstrated record of developing and leading a large and diverse team in a multi plant operation. |
| Food Lab Manager | California |
| Primary responsibilities will include: managing R&D projects, product formulation, sensory and analytical assessment, ingredient and formula documentation and responsibility for the design product quality and safety systems. Secondary responsibilities will include the planning, coordinating and documenting of quality and food safety operations within the company. The incumbent will have a B.S. in Food Science or a related field, 3 - 7 years of experience in bench top development pertaining to the beverage industry preferably in the area of low acid beverages with experience in coffee drinks a plus. |
| Electrical PLC Team Leader | California |
| The primary role of the PEST Reliability Team Leader is to ensure engineering integrity of the packaging lines. This includes responsibility for asset management, overall reliability and up time of the packaging equipment, and effective engineering support to the shift based production teams. Requirements of the candidate include: BS in Engineering or related technical degree and/or equivalent experience; Prior production, engineering, & maintenance experience in a line management position is desirable; Basic understanding of maintenance management and asset care; Fundamental understanding of maintenance-related systems; Leadership, initiative, and analytical skills; Knowledge of WCM strategies; Strong planning skills and solid leadership demonstrated; Knowledge of high speed packaging equipment. |
| National Sales Manager | California |
| The company’s coffee, espresso concentrates and coffee beverages offer unique solutions for the food service and Specialty Coffee Markets. Reporting to the VP Sales & Marketing this person will manage a team of Regional Account Managers across USA. The candidate will have demonstrated success in building a significant revenue stream within national food service distributor and operator accounts through their respective Account Management Teams. Understanding the beverage equipment and food costs is a must. Candidate will have excellent presentation, problem solving, and negotiation skills. Strong board room presence is a must. Must have a strong desire to be part of the framework to build an emerging, fast paced, entrepreneurial company. Customer Service is a focused vision that does not happen just 9:00AM- 5:00PM. Be prepared to plan and direct and communicate strategy between internal and external stakeholders. Candidate will also have a wealth of distribution contact across the West Coast USA, and be forward thinking individual to substantially increase market share in a very competitive market.
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| Plant Services / Facilities Manager | California |
| Seeking a Plant Services/Utilities Manager for Technical Services Department. The position is responsible for directing the operations and maintenance of all plant utilities. Responsibilities also include supervising exempt and union employees. Position requires a bachelor degree in engineering, technology, or technical science. A minimum of 10+ years supervising a workforce in a plant environment. Experience must include the following equipment/processes: utility design, boilers and steam generation, turbine generator operations, gas handling systems, air compressors, process safety management, and water treatment. Additional experience is preferred in ammonia refrigeration, project management, preventative maintenance, contractor management, high voltage systems, pumps and piping, and advanced problem solving skills. Candidates should also be knowledgeable of utility tariffs/regulations, commodity rates and emergency procedures.
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| Plant Manager | Nova Scotia |
| The Plant Manager is responsible for managing all aspects of the Extract Processing operation including budgeting, planning, directing and operational and financial forecasting to ensure a safe, efficient and quality operation. The Plant Manager will analyze, evaluate and implement processes, equipment and personnel requirements assuring all operating parameters are achieved within defined cost. |
| Distribution Manager | Washington |
| The Distribution Manager will be a role model in projecting and applying company's philosophy (Productivity, Quality, Excellence, and Teamwork) and promote teamwork at all times. Fully understand/participate in company's strategy and also fully implement company's Mission of Operational Excellence. Manage all aspects of the Distribution (Financial, Purchasing, Sales and Operations). Lead the development and expected growth of your assigned market areas. Work with and support corporate projects relating to Distribution (logistics, purchasing and sales). Meet and exceed company's performance/income targets. |
| Quality Control Manager | Nova Scotia |
| The Manager, Quality Control works within the framework of approved procedures, policies, processes and budgets to implement and manage all quality initiatives including training, documentation, product safety, product trace ability, end-use characteristics, process testing, labeling and hold or recall advisory. The Manager, Quality Control implements and manages food processing control and food safety standards to produce the best possible marine plant processes and products in a safe and efficient manner. Key focus areas include increasing yields, decreasing costs and implementing systems to ensure the facility operates in a food safe manner. |
| Plant Manager | Pennsylvania, Georgia, Indiana |
| Require a very strong candidate with a bakery background. The candidate must have at least 10 years experience as Plant Operations Manager, with strong management and supervisory skills. Need to hire in three locations - Georgia, Pennsylvania, Indiana. Good salary + 15% bonus offered. Relocation will be paid. |
| International Sales Director | New York |
| Responsible for the strategic direction and execution of sales initiatives for the export division, including developing and implementing strategies to grow the organization's business in existing and new international markets. Aggressively pursue new opportunities for business with existing and potential customers, maintains professional and business relationship with senior executive accounts to ensure achievement of service expectations, develops and ensures the aggressive execution of action plans that clearly define objectives, goals, schedules and assignments to implement and achieve targeted opportunities. |
| Quality Assurance Manager | Illinois |
| The largest producer and distributor of premium quality, branded processed fruit, vegetable and tomato products in the United States, has an immediate opening for a Quality Assurance Manager. The preferred applicant will have a BS in Food Science, Microbiology, Biology or related science. Five years related experience, including FDA and USDA vegetable grading experience. Low Acid Thermal processing background and sanitation background. Experience encompassing HACCP, pest control, regulatory affairs, analytical laboratory, SPC, employee training, quality system audits, and GMP’s. |
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