Manufacturing Manager

About the role

This position oversees all aspects of production, converting raw materials into finished products that meet quality and cost requirements. The role involves managing supervisors and team members, ensuring consistent execution of policies and procedures, and meeting production schedules while resolving scheduling conflicts. The Manufacturing Manager also develops and manages the departmental budget, analyzes sales and product mix trends, and implements cost-saving and productivity improvements.

Responsibilities

• Manage supervisors and team members to ensure consistent operation of food processes through coaching and instruction.
• Facilitate necessary training to support key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Ensure consistent execution of policies and procedures through Team Leaders, collaborating with other managers, including Human Resources.
• Ensure the production schedule is met to deliver service expectations, understanding the impact of scheduling on other departments and resolving conflicts.
• Develop and manage the departmental budget for material usage, labor, supplies, and training.
• Analyze projected sales and product mix trends to minimize manufacturing costs.
• Supervise and monitor work performance, including hiring, disciplinary actions, and evaluating program effectiveness.
• Deliver results in KPIs, including:
  • Cost (material usage, labor, operating supplies)
  • Quality (customer complaint index, first-pass holds, internal and external audits)
  • Safety (incident frequency rate, lost time incident frequency rate, safety committee involvement)
  • Service (production uptime, on-time delivery)
  • People (timely resolution of issues, turnover, absenteeism)
• Implement cost savings, productivity improvements, and manage the continuous improvement process.
• Lead production department teams, including Team Leaders (Supervisors) and Team Members (line associates).
• Communicate effectively with other departments and demonstrate strong leadership in all interactions.
• Assume responsibility for the facility in the absence of the Director of Operations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree (Engineering Degree highly preferred or advanced engineering coursework).
• First Aid Certification.
• Hazmat Certification.
• Lockout/Tagout License.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Minimum of seven years of experience in a production/manufacturing setting with supervisory responsibility.

Skills

• Advanced knowledge of HACCP, GMPs, and AIB.
• Demonstrated leadership and team-building skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of federal and state laws, regulations, and operating guidelines relevant to manufacturing.
• Ability to work extended hours and weekends as required.
• Computer literacy, including proficiency in Microsoft Office, Outlook, and other relevant software.
• Analytical and reasoning skills, with the ability to interpret technical literature.
• Knowledge of regulatory policies applicable to the company.

Working Conditions

• Daily exposure to unusual elements such as dirt, dust, fumes, extreme temperatures, humidity, darkness, and noise.
• Exposure to physical risks, including mechanical, chemical, and electrical hazards.
• Requires standing, sitting, walking, lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds, fine dexterity, and reaching, kneeling, crawling, and twisting to inspect equipment.
• Requires the ability to see, hear, and communicate effectively with all levels of associates and external vendors.
• Personal protective equipment (PPE) will be provided as defined by the company.

Pay

The salary range for this role is $95,938.00 - $178,010.00. Actual compensation may vary based on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and geographic location.

Benefits

• Health and disability insurance.
• Retirement savings options.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Employee assistance programs.
• Educational assistance.
• Parental leave.
• Paid time off and company-paid holidays.