Production Manager (Food Manufacturing)

JOB SUMMARY
Oversees management of all areas of production to manufacture products on schedule and within quality standards and cost objectives. Effective leadership, planning, continuous improvement, technical, communication and coaching skills are needed to ensure safe production of high quality products to meet our customer needs in the most cost effective manner through empowered work teams.

" Manages the daily operation of the production plant.
" Upholds organizational policies and standards, ensuring regulations are followed.
" Manages full time production staff.
" Estimates worker hour requirements to meet production schedule and prepares schedules.
" Maintains labor timekeeping and reporting.
" Implements Safety, Quality and Food Safety objectives in the production plant.
" Implements continuous improvement projects and activities.
" Identifies, recommends, and implements changes to systems and procedures to improve productivity and reduce cost.
" Assists director in preparing annual operating plans.
" Monitors and controls production operations in accordance with plans and budgets.
" Estimates quantities of raw materials, supplies and equipment needed.
" Conducts plant tours and assists with regulatory and independent audits.
" Performs other duties and projects as assigned.

College degree in manufacturing, engineering or food processing field and / or 10+ years in Food Manufacturing will be considered.
5+ years Supervisor and / or managerial experience in continuously increasing levels of responsibility.
Experience in variety of manufacturing areas including production and logistics, within the food industry.

QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS
" Knowledge of foods manufacturing and production, safety, sanitation.
" Strong organization skills to work effectively with others at all levels internally and externally.
" Ability to multi-task and manage concurrent responsibilities and meet established timelines.
" Ability to plan and direct the work of others.
" Ability to use good judgement and communicate effectively at all levels inside the company.
" Ability to use equipment, tools, and machinery and solve complex problems.
" Familiar with ISO standards.
" Knowledge of supervisory practices, GMPs, SOPs and health and safety programs.
" Must be proficient in MS Office: Excel, Word, Outlook.

Competitive Base Salary (DOE)
Full Benefits
" Medical
" Dental
" Life
" Vision
" Sick Pay
" Education Incentive
" Retirement Plan
" Long Term Disability
" Short Term Disability
" Paid Vacation
" Profit Sharing