Chris Avery
Director of Manufacturing Operations @Bob Evans Farms, Inc.
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WORK HISTORY
Director of Manufacturing Operations @Bob Evans Farms, Inc.
US
EDUCATION
University of Phoenix
Associate's degree, Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services
ABOUT CHRIS AVERY
I’m a results-driven manufacturing leader with over 15 years of experience turning around operations, optimizing production, and fostering high-performance teams in high-speed environments. Currently, as Operations Director at Bob Evans Farms, I oversee five manufacturing sites, driving safety, quality, service, and cost efficiency across refrigerated retail side dishes and fresh sausage processing. My mission? Deliver results, grow capacity, and build a culture of excellence.Previously, as Plant Manager at Bob Evans Farms’ Lima facility, I transformed a challenging operation into a success story—boosting production from 7 million to 12 million pounds monthly, improving safety metrics (OIR from 3.6 to 2.1), and saving $1.1 million through sanitation enhancements. At Hearthside Food Solutions, I led a facility with 1,600 associates, achieving 2 million accident-free hours,$3.3 million in annual cost savings, and a 40% reduction in customer complaints.My approach? Lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, and employee engagement. I’ve implemented Management Operating Systems, developed KPIs, and launched initiatives like roundtable discussions that now see 90% participation and an 87% favorability rating. With a background in mechanical skills, project management, and crisis leadership I’m passionate about solving complex challenges and mentoring the next generation of leaders.
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