Food Services
DIGITAL MARKETING SPECIALIST
Chelsea Milling Company is a dynamic and innovative food manufacturer, best known for the iconic “Jiffy Mix” brand. A family-owned company, Chelsea Milling is dedicated to creating an excellent, inclusive work environment for all employees, and offering outstanding work/life balance. As the leader in dry baking mixes, the company is committed to staying ahead in a fast-paced digital world, and we're seeking a talented Digital Marketing Specialist to join our team and drive our online presence to new heights.
As a Digital Marketing Specialist at Jiffy Mix, you will play a crucial role in developing and executing digital marketing strategies to increase brand awareness, drive traffic, and generate leads. You will work closely with the Brand Content and Marketing Manager to create and implement campaigns across various digital channels, ensuring that our brand remains at the forefront of our industry.
Responsibilities:
- Develop, edit, and optimize digital marketing strategies across various channels, including social media, email, content marketing, and SEO, always ensuring brand consistency.
- Monitor & report on growth, analytics of marketing campaigns, and content performance across all customer/consumer-facing platforms (e.g., Google Analytics).
- Champion performance and market research data analytics to aid the team in the focus of campaigns across social media, company websites, email, and other platforms.
- Monitor and optimize digital advertising campaigns to maximize ROI.
- Manage digital marketing calendars and publish content.
- Collaborate with the marketing team and other departments to identify, recommend, and implement content that follows best practices – while maintaining brand guidelines.
- Research competitors, target market, and relevant keywords.
- Focus on strategies to elevate company/brand presence.
- Optimize the use of SEO and other tools.
- Track and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the success of digital marketing efforts.
- Stay up-to-date with industry trends and best practices to ensure our strategies remain cutting-edge.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Digital Marketing, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
- Proven experience in digital marketing, with a track record of successful campaigns.
- Strong knowledge of digital marketing tools and platforms, including Google Analytics, AdWords, and social media advertising.
- Demonstrable experience in marketing data analytics and tools.
- Ability to quantitatively assess social and web analytics/data to adapt creative & business objectives in response to market feedback and user activity trends.
- Proficient in publishing or participating in various customer/consumer-facing platforms (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Pinterest, TikTok, etc.).
- Experience with MS 365 (SharePoint), Adobe Creative Suite, and various marketing software applications (CRM, Google AdWords, web analytics, etc.).
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Creative thinking and problem-solving abilities.
- Strong analytical and data-driven mindset.
- Must be willing to commute to Chelsea, MI daily (Ann Arbor area).
Benefits:
- Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
- Health, dental, and vision insurance options.
- 401(k) retirement plan with profit sharing.
- Professional development opportunities and continued education.
- Collaborative and inclusive work environment.
- Opportunity to make a significant impact and contribute to company growth.
- Generous PTO and most major holidays off.
- Relocation assistance.
Click apply or email your résumé to kevin@harperjobs.com for consideration!
FOODSERVICE BUSINESS MANAGER - JIFFY FOODSERVICE - NORTHEAST US (REMOTE OR HYBRID)
Join one of the nation's most successful food service manufacturers!
Harper Associates has been retained by Jiffy Foodservice to identify a star Foodservice Business Manager to help grow the restaurant/foodservice division in the east/northeast region! Candidates may be located in the Northeast US (ideally Connecticut to Maine) or closer to the home office in Chelsea, MI, and work on a hybrid office-based/remote model. Jiffy Foodservice recently completed a major expansion to accommodate the growing food service segment, and this is a great opportunity for a food service business veteran to help grow Jiffy's footprint!
Chelsea Milling Company has been Making Jiffy Mix since 1930 and has stood the test of time, never once having to lay off employees due to an economic downturn. The leader in prepared baking mixes, Jiffy has dominated the grocery/retail market, and the company is now offering Jiffy Mix to the food service and restaurant business! The Foodservice Business Manager position is newly created and offers the right person an amazing opportunity to make a huge impact on the growth of this newly created division!
BENEFITS
- Unrivaled company culture - there is virtually zero turnover and employee tenure is an average of 17 years
- A foundation built on honesty and integrity
- Exceptional salary and health benefits
- Profit-sharing bonuses
- Great work/life balance
- Health and wellness programs
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Utilize market research and networking to prospect and develop new business opportunities and accounts
- Use CRM tools, Trade Fund Management software, and other computer software to maintain a customer base
- New Customer development and cold calling experience at the Operator level are strongly desired – a “Hunter” mentality
- Collaborate with prospects and customers to develop growth strategies for mutual benefit
- Preference is given to direct Operator development experience over Distributor development experience
- Deliver sales presentations to potential and existing customers
- Partner with clients to analyze menus and offer solutions to add value
- Travel (local and nationwide) up to 60% of the time to meet with prospected and existing customers, perform product presentations, attend trade shows, etc.
- Have an in-depth knowledge of all products and services offered
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Sales, Marketing, Hospitality or Culinary Arts, or equivalent related experience
- 8-10 years prior Foodservice sales experience with a food manufacturer, selling dry baking mix or dry grocery items directly to operators
- Broad experience selling in the National, Health Care, College and University, and Street segments preferred
- Experience using a CRM system and Trade Fund Management software to manage workflows
- Strong computer, communication, and presentation skills, and the ability to work cross-functionally
- Demonstrated success in nurturing, developing, and cold-calling foodservice business
- Excellent communication skills – written and verbal
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
Ideal candidates would be those that meet the minimum qualifications and are looking for a long-term career with a privately held company that focuses on people. Must enjoy a team environment and thrive on camaraderie.
Send resume in a Word format attachment to kevin@harperjobs.com
MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT MANAGER - CHELSEA MILLING COMPANY
Chelsea Milling Company, renowned leader in the food manufacturing industry known for producing the iconic “JIFFY” brand, is looking for a Maintenance Department Manager to help transform the Retail Packaging business to the next level. We are currently upgrading 100% of the packaging equipment to all state-of-the-art technology. Our commitment to excellence, innovation, and sustainability has driven our success, and we are now looking for a talented individual to lead our Retail Maintenance Department to even greater heights.
What will you do?
- Partner with the Plant Manager and Retail business team to develop a world-class maintenance program that maximizes the ability to meet customer order demands and maintain target inventory levels.
- Utilize plant and equipment performance information to drive data-based decisions and actions.
- Partner with the Department Managers to develop the best plan for maximizing departmental output.
- Lead and mentor a team of skilled maintenance technicians, creating a cohesive and motivated group. Set performance expectations, conduct regular assessments, and identify opportunities for professional growth.
- Nurture a work environment conducive to harmonious employee relations across a three-shift operation.
- Develop and implement comprehensive maintenance programs, preventive maintenance schedules, and predictive maintenance techniques to maximize equipment reliability and minimize downtime.
- Develop a model for on-the-floor servant leadership within his/her team.
- Ensure the upkeep of the new technologies using preventative and/or predictive maintenance philosophies.
Why should you apply?
- You want to collaborate with a highly successful team.
- You want to contribute to the success of a growing business.
- You value the balance between work and home life.
- You enjoy the challenge of solving complex issues utilizing data.
Minimum Qualifications
- 5 years of experience as a maintenance or engineering professional in a multi-stage manufacturing environment.
- Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience in Engineering, Supply Chain, Business, or related field.
- Ability to understand and solve complex issues.
- Strong technical expertise in mechanical, electrical, and automation systems within a manufacturing environment.
- Minimum 3 years of experience utilizing software to perform statistical process analysis.
- Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office software package, particularly Excel.
- Excellent interpersonal skills to ensure clear communication with all levels of staff.
- Analytical and logical thought process.
- Great problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to preventive and predictive maintenance.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in transitioning an organization through large scale change.
- Maintenance or Engineering experience in food manufacturing environment.
- Specific knowledge of an ERP platform.
- Statistical software experience.
- Ability to self-direct and take constructive action in ambiguous situations.
- High standards of excellence and quality-oriented mindset
- Strong sense of urgency and attention to detail
Your Working Environment
- Collaborative team environment.
- Family-owned company that values life outside of work.
- Real time interactions on the manufacturing floor that can be noisy and dusty.
- Office environment with a large amount computer use.
- Office located in food manufacturing plant where Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) are adhered to.
Send resume in a Word format attachment to kevin@harperjobs.com
BUSINESS / DINING FOOD SERVICE AND CHEF MANAGER - METRO DETROIT AREA
Monday - Friday hours
We have several excellent opportunities for chefs/managers and food service managers in business/dining, school (K-12) & university, and entertainment venues. Many positions are Monday - Friday, with no nights, and weekends. Prefer Culinary Degree, previous food production management, or restaurant culinary experience. Great benefits and salary.
Send resume in a Word format attachment to ben@harperjobs.com
EXECUTIVE BAKERY CHEF - CRISPELLI'S BAKERY & PIZZERIA - ROYAL OAK, M
Retained Search by Harper Associates
If you are an experienced Executive Baker / Bakery Production Manager looking to join an artisan bakery in the highly desirable Metro Detroit Suburbs, this job may be an excellent fit for you!
We're recruiting a highly talented Artisan Bread Baker with strong management experience in a high-volume bakery to lead a wholesale and retail bakery with 5 locations, specializing in bread, pastries, and pizza. Our client is growing quickly and is looking for someone who can help the business grow to new heights. Must have a complete understanding of scratch-made dessert recipes and processes as well as bread starters and fermentation.
Required Experience:
- Managing high-volume production of scratch-made artisan bread like French bread, whole wheat bread, sourdough, rye bread, Italian bread, etc. in a non-fully-automated bakery
- Overseeing a 24/7 operation
- Handling inventory and purchasing for flour, sugar, and other items used in the pastry department
- Ensuring quality and sanitation of material and equipment used in pastry making
- Training and developing production staff
- Identifying staffing needs and helping recruit and train talented bakers and pastry personnel
- Effectively communicating with all teams, including production, retail, and executive teams
- New product development
Candidates with a Culinary Degree or ACF apprenticeship are strongly preferred. Exceptional six-figure salary offered. Relocation package for the right candidate.
Send resume in a Word format attachment to: kevin@harperjobs.com
