$148K – $193KSeniorFull Time
About Wonder
Everything’s on the menu at Wonder. Except compromise.
Wonder is the mealtime platform built to feed every craving in one order. With Wonder, you can mix and match hundreds of dishes from 20+ exclusive restaurants in a single order, so everyone gets exactly what they’re craving. Enjoy everything from tacos to Thai with $0 delivery fees, plus dine-in or pick up at a Wonder location near you. Each dish is made to order on-site by our culinary team and served hot.
Behind the scenes, Wonder owns and operates every step of the dining experience, from recipe development to the technology that powers our experience, allowing us to deliver quality, variety, and consistency at scale.
Join us as we work to make great food more accessible.
About the Opportunity
As a Site Leader, Distribution & Manufacturing, you are responsible for the overall leadership, operational performance, and strategic direction of a culinary manufacturing and distribution facility. This role oversees all site functions including production, warehouse operations, logistics, quality, sanitation, safety, and workforce management.
The Site Leader, Distribution & Manufacturing, ensures the facility operates safely, efficiently, and in compliance with food safety and regulatory standards while delivering strong operational results. This leader drives operational excellence, develops leadership teams, and partners with cross‑functional stakeholders to support business growth and operational scalability.
This role operates within a high‑volume culinary manufacturing and distribution facility where teams work around production equipment, warehouse operations, and logistics workflows. Strict adherence to safety, food safety, and operational standards is required.
The Impact You Will Have
Site Leadership & Operational Oversight
Provide overall leadership and direction for manufacturing, warehouse, and distribution operations
Ensure production, fulfillment, and logistics operations meet operational targets and service levels
Oversee daily site performance including productivity, quality, safety, and labor efficiency
Drive operational alignment across production, distribution, inventory, sanitation, and quality teams
Monitor site performance metrics and implement strategies to improve operational results
Financial Ownership & P&L Accountability
Maintain full P&L ownership for the manufacturing site including labor, operational expenses, materials usage, and cost control initiatives
Monitor and manage labor costs, overtime, and staffing efficiency to ensure alignment with financial targets
Identify cost‑saving opportunities through operational improvements, waste reduction, and process efficiencies
Partner with Finance and Supply Chain teams to track budget performance, cost drivers, and operational spending
Develop and execute operational strategies that improve site profitability while maintaining product quality and service levels
Ensure leadership teams understand financial targets and drive accountability for cost performance across departments
Translate company strategy into site‑level execution plans and operational priorities
Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency, throughput, and cost management
Lead continuous improvement initiatives such as Lean, 5S, or operational excellence programs
Ensure operational processes scale effectively with business growth
Site Performance Metrics & Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Labor Performance: Monitor labor cost, productivity, utilization, and overtime efficiency
Operational Throughput: Track production output vs. demand, cycle times, and capacity utilization
Waste & Efficiency: Drive product yield, reduce waste/scrap, and improve process efficiency and cost control
Service & Distribution: Ensure on-time fulfillment, order accuracy, and coordination across production, warehouse, and logistics
Food Safety & Quality: Maintain audit compliance, track quality defects, and ensure sanitation and regulatory standards
Food Safety, Compliance & Quality
Ensure strict adherence to food safety regulations including HACCP, GMP, FDA, and company standards
Maintain regulatory compliance across manufacturing, sanitation, and quality programs
Partner with food safety and quality leaders to ensure product integrity and audit readiness
Support internal and external regulatory inspections and operational audits
Leadership Development & Team Management
Lead and develop a strong leadership team including managers, assistant managers, and supervisors
Establish clear performance expectations and accountability across site leadership
Partner with HR on workforce planning, leadership development, and talent succession
Foster a high‑performance culture focused on accountability, collaboration, and operational excellence
Safety & Workplace Standards
Ensure a safe work environment through strong safety programs and operational discipline
Reinforce safe practices across manufacturing, warehouse, and logistics operations
Partner with safety teams to address incidents, hazards, and preventative safety initiatives
Cross‑Functional Partnership
Collaborate with supply chain, transportation, HR, finance, and corporate leadership teams
Ensure strong communication between site operations and company leadership
Support operational initiatives that impact multiple functions across the organization
Leadership Expectations
Lead through visibility by maintaining a strong presence on the floor, modeling ownership and accountability
Drive operational discipline by reinforcing consistent processes, safety standards, productivity, and quality
Develop leaders by coaching site teams and building leadership bench strength
Champion food safety and workplace safety through strong compliance and accountability
Own site performance by driving productivity, cost control, and service levels using data and insights
What You Bring to the Table
8+ years of progressive leadership experience in manufacturing, food production, or distribution operations
Proven experience leading large operational teams in high‑volume environments
Strong knowledge of food safety regulations including HACCP and GMP
Experience managing operational performance metrics and large‑scale operations
Strong leadership, coaching, and team development capabilities
Ability to drive operational strategy and continuous improvement initiatives
Experience leading culinary manufacturing or food production facilities
Experience managing multi‑functional operational teams
Lean, Six Sigma, or operational excellence experience preferred
Ability to walk production and warehouse floors for extended periods
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs when necessary
Ability to work in temperature‑controlled manufacturing and warehouse environments for extended periods
Flexibility to work extended hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed
This role requires occasional travels for meetings, trainings, and site visits
Bilingual preferred
Texas: $148,000 - $193,000 per year.
Wonder uses geographic-specific salary structures, which means the salary offered may vary depending on where the job is located. The final salary offer will take into account various factors, such as the candidate's skills, education, training, credentials, and experience.
Benefits
We offer a competitive salary package including equity and 401K. Additionally, we provide multiple medical, dental, and vision plans to meet all of our employees' needs as well as many benefits and perks that are not listed.
A Final Note
At Wonder, we build the best teams by hiring with an objective lens — evaluating people for their potential while championing diversity, equity, and inclusion. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, military service eligibility, veteran status, marital status, disability, or any other protected class. As part of our commitment to fair and compliant hiring practices, Wonder participates in the federal government's E-Verify program to confirm employment eligibility. If you need an accommodation during the interview process, please let your recruiter know.
We look forward to hearing from you! We'll contact you via email or text to schedule interviews and share information about your candidacy.
