Production Manager – Must be bilingual
Hands on – 80% in production
Create processes and procedures to align company expectations (SOP’s)
Managing 1st and 2nd shift teams, most urgent is 1st shift, may have to stay for 2nd shift changeovers a couple of times monthly
Coaching leads and supervisors – 8 leads and 4 supervisors on 1st & 2nd shift
Support
Creating a cohesive team along with cross functional teams in other departments (maintenance, sanitation, and QA, and HR)
Must be bilingual Spanish and English
Strategic and visionary – if setup issues what are the root causes to ensure that it doesn’t happen, implementing procedures, change SOPs, CI
Proactive instead of reactive mindset
Continuous improvement mentality
10 years progressive manager – stability in jobs not 1 or 2 years in a company – 10 years experience or more. If they’ve done processes and procedures, CI
Food industry is required, hands on, they’ll be on the floor getting acquainted with processes, getting trust from their staff. They don’t have anyone who is ready to promote, likes more on the co packaging or ready to eat – they produce pizzas for Trader Joes, airline meals, AM/PM meals, they’re private label, they do the process for Trader Joes and they put their name on it. They like Reynaldos, Overhill, Rich’s, J&J Snacks, Cedarlane.
Compensation $130 – $145k – no bonus, it could be negotiable
Need someone asap, interview next week and get them started in 2 weeks, they’re at a million a month, high volume. They’re mid size, about 600 people, there are 90 employees on 1st and 75 on 2nd shift.
Production Manager
$130,000 – $145,000
What You’ll Do
The Production Manager is responsible for the overall management and direction of the department processes. Ensures manufacturing performance, volume and quality goals are met by utilizing efficient methods, along with maintaining appropriate staffing and labor cost levels. Responsibilities may include but are not limited to achieving project/department goals within budget; coordinating manufacturing with other departments (Marketing, R&D, Shipping, Procurement, Maintenance, etc.) as well as with vendors; rewarding and coaching employees; and addressing complaints and resolving problems. Manage execution of time-sensitive production against deadlines, possessing the flexibility required to change and adapt production as customers’ needs change. Must be experienced leading teams in managing competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
What We’re Looking For
Focus, positive attitude and desire to learn and support operations;
Attention to detail, organizational skills, and an above-average ability to multitask with a sense of urgency;
Clear and frequent communicator, ability to work with people of various personalities
Ability to perform repetitive tasks, stand for 10 hours, move quickly and lift heavy objects up to and including 40 pounds.
Must be fluent in English and Spanish
Why Join
Work with a passionate, quality-driven team
Supportive, team-oriented production environment
Opportunities to learn and grow your skills
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Manage plant operations in all areas of responsibility
Establish production priorities to ensure product is produced efficiently and within cost parameters while maintaining safety, quality and sanitation standards; obtain optimum production and utilization of workforce, machines, and equipment
Review and analyze production, quality control, and other operational reports to ensure compliance and determine causes of non-conformity with product specifications, customer requirements, USDA and FDA/government regulations, etc. Report any non-compliance immediately via established protocol
Analyze plant operations to ensure that the facility maintains a leadership position in the industry and that it takes advantage of new processes and technologies that become available
Promote continuous improvement of culture and activities
Manage or support operations, customer, and government audits to ensure compliance
Conduct meetings with management and staff to ensure all operational issues are being communicated and addressed expediently with a common understanding of goals
Communicate company goals and assist in establishing objectives that align with plant and company goals; communicate plant direction, focus and goals
Provide appropriate directions, mentoring, training, and development planning for Supervisors and Leads. Identify and retain highly effective personnel through proper selection, training and task assignment. Actively work with direct reports to cultivate capabilities and utilize strengths to support career development and succession planning efforts
Maintain safe working conditions for employees and compliance with all company, state and federal regulations regarding health and safety issues
Follow all USDA/FDA, good manufacturing practices (GMP) and work in a manner consistent with all company regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements
Analyzes manufacturing data and identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement; identifies and utilizes methods to assure manufacturing processes are more efficient and effective (reducing waste, reducing labor cost, etc).
Directs adjustments of the manufacturing processes to maintain conformance with standards, specifications and customer requirements.
Responsible for preparing a variety of manufacturing reports and presenting them to top management, including corrective actions or adjustments as required.
Coordinates with the Production Supervisor and other Department Managers to coordinate departmental activities.
Will be required to explain variances in labor costs and productivity.
Cooperates with other management in establishing and communicating company policies, operating procedures and goals.
Ensures quality assurance programs prevent or eliminate defects in new or existing products.
Ensures successful completion of department specific initiatives (e.g. capital projects).
Ensure effective employee relations by supporting and maintaining a safe and positive work environment. Analyzes and assists in resolving work and/or employee issues through problem resolution.
Manage, train and develop team members through mentoring, coaching and coordination of individual development plans. Provide feedback on an ongoing basis. Partner with HR on employee relations issues.
The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required
Extended or off work hours may be required
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Bachelor’s degree in related curriculum
8 or more years’ experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably food and/or beverage manufacturing
10+ or more years’ management experience
Proven track record of improved results in the areas of quality, safety, service and cost
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Strong knowledge of manufacturing process flow and importance to process
Strong knowledge of continuous improvement models
Thorough understanding of regulatory laws and responsibilities as it relates to facility standards
Proficient understanding of budgeting and cost control
Skill in leadership and coaching; strong knowledge of principles and practices of supervision, training, and personnel management
Knowledge of and skill with Microsoft Office Suite and company computer systems
Skill in critical thinking, analysis, mathematical calculations, and statistical evaluations
Able to work in collaboration effectively and foster good teamwork
Able to interact positively and work effectively with others (interpersonal skills)
Able to think and use independent judgment in planning and organizing multiple tasks and information
Able to demonstrate strong initiative
Able to take appropriate steps to find solutions to problems
Able to present options and ideas to current processes or procedures
Able to handle challenging or conflict situations with tact and professionalism
Able to communicate with various levels of personnel to ensure customers’ needs and requirements are met
Able to interpret and apply company policies
Able to adapt and manage to change effectively
Strong understanding of budget management and Capex process.
Proficient with standard office computer technology such as Microsoft Office products and especially Excel.
Self-starter with proven ability to organize and follow through multiple complex tasks and projects simultaneously.
Strong analytical ability of inventory, production, and statistical analysis.
Effective and proficient communicator, written and verbal
Able to manage time through efficient planning and organizing of daily production to include delegation of duties.