Bulk Oil/Formulation- Department Manager

Stratas Foods LLC is the leading supplier of fats and oils to the Foodservice, Food Ingredients and Retail Private Label markets in North America and is a producer of quality bulk and packaged dressings, mayonnaise and sauces. Stratas Foods was formed in October 2008 as a 50/50 joint venture between ACH Food Companies (ACH) and Archer Daniels Midland (ADM).Manufacturing facilities are located in Dallas and Houston, TX; Decatur and Quincy, IL; Englewood and Hillside, NJ; Fresno, CA; Nashville, TN; and Valdosta, GA. Corporate offices are located in Memphis, TN. We are committed to maintaining a progressive workplace by utilizing the ideas, skills and talents of all of our employees. We strive to make Stratas Foods a great place to work and are building a team capable of meeting our business goals.Job DescriptionBulk Oil & Formulation Superintendent Position SummaryThe Bulk Oil & Formulation Superintendent is responsible for leading all bulk oil handling, storage, and blending/formulation operations within the facility. This role ensures safe, efficient, and compliant movement of raw and finished products while overseeing formulation accuracy, product quality, and team performance. The position bridges operations, quality, and logistics to deliver consistent, high-quality products to customers.Key ResponsibilitiesOperations & Bulk Oil ManagementOversee bulk oil receiving, storage, transfers, and shipping (rail, truck, tank farm)Ensure proper tank management, inventory control, and reconciliation accuracyCoordinate logistics and material flow to meet production and customer demandPartner with maintenance to ensure reliability of pumps, piping, valves, and blending systemsFormulation & Product QualityLead formulation and blending activities to meet product specificationsEnsure all batches meet quality, regulatory, and customer requirementsReview and approve formulas, batch sheets, and production recordsTroubleshoot formulation, blending, or process deviations and implement corrective actionsCollaborate with QA/QC on testing, validation, and continuous improvementLeadership & Team DevelopmentSupervise and develop operators, formulators, and lead personnelDrive accountability, engagement, and skill development across the teamEstablish clear expectations, standard work, and performance metricsSupport a positive labor environment (if unionized), ensuring consistent application of policiesSafety, Compliance & Continuous ImprovementEnsure compliance with safety, environmental, and food safety standards (OSHA, EPA, FDA, GMP)Lead incident investigations and enforce proper reporting protocolsMaintain and improve SOPs, work instructions, and process controlsDrive continuous improvement initiatives focused on efficiency, waste reduction, and uptimeCross-Functional CollaborationPartner with Production, Supply Chain, Quality, and R&D to align on prioritiesSupport new product introductions and process changesCommunicate effectively across shifts and departments to ensure alignmentPAY RANGE- $82,250-$102,813Benefits- Medical-Dental-401kQualificationsQualificationsBachelor’s degree in Engineering, Food Science, Chemistry, Operations, or related field (or equivalent experience)5–10 years of manufacturing experience in bulk liquids, food processing, or chemical operations3+ years of leadership/supervisory experienceExperience with formulation/blending processes and bulk material handling systemsStrong understanding of safety, quality, and regulatory requirementsExperience working in ERP or inventory management systemsKey CompetenciesLeadership and team developmentStrong operational and process mindsetProblem-solving and decision-makingAttention to detail (formulation accuracy and compliance)Cross-functional collaboration and communicationKey Performance Indicators (KPIs)Safety performance (TRIR, near-miss reporting)Product quality and specification complianceThroughput, efficiency, and downtime reductionInventory accuracy and loss controlOn-time production and shipment performanceEmployee engagement and retentionAdditional InformationPhysical: Ability to walk distances across facility, climb steps, and ladders on occasions, sitting at office desk work, sometimes in cooler atmosphere ( 35-45 degrees) , sometimes in engine room ( + 95 degrees in hot months). Ability to work extended shifts (8–12 hours), including nights, weekends, and holidays as neededSensory: Ability to hear, see, speak, smell and touch well is necessary to perform basic essential task.Mental/Reasoning: Must be able to prioritize tasks, manage time effectively, and adapt to changing demands. Requires strong organizational skills, dependability, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team. Must demonstrate sound judgment, professionalism, and discretion. Benefits: Medical, Dental, VisionStratas Foods is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any applicant or employee in any manner prohibited by law, including but not limited to, on the basis of race or color, religion, gender, age, genetic information, national origin/ancestry, mental or physical disability, family status/marital status, military/veteran status, and any other legally protected status.Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision-The Employer will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the Employer’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)Stratas Foods Applicant Request for Accommodation Form: https://www.stratasfoods.com/complianceStratas Foods California Privacy Rights Act Policy: https://www.stratasfoods.com/compliance