Production Manager

About the Role

The Production Manager is responsible for overall management of daily operations and manufacturing of product. This role provides leadership for the Packaging and Processing departments, working closely with the Packaging and Processing Managers to develop and implement strategies for continuous improvement and optimizing manufacturing processes. The Production Manager ensures delivery against financial budgets and production plans, determines production capacity, and establishes throughputs and efficiencies to meet forecast and demand. This role also makes operational or capital recommendations for expanding and optimizing production systems to support capacity growth.

Responsibilities

• Operations Leadership
  • Lead Processing and Packaging operations to achieve safety, quality, service, and cost objectives.
  • Execute manufacturing strategies that support business growth and operational excellence.
  • Establish clear performance expectations and accountability across assigned departments.
  • Manage operating expenses and departmental budgets to achieve financial objectives.
  • Monitor performance metrics and implement actions to improve operational results.
• Production Planning & Capacity
  • Align production schedules and resources with forecasted demand and customer requirements.
  • Manage production capacity, throughput, and efficiency to meet operational targets.
  • Identify and implement opportunities to optimize production systems.
• Continuous Improvement
  • Drive continuous improvement through data-based decision making and root cause problem solving.
  • Improve productivity, reduce waste, and optimize labor and asset utilization.
  • Promote the adoption of best practices and innovative manufacturing technologies.
• People Leadership
  • Develop, coach, and mentor leaders and employees to build a high-performing organization.
  • Foster employee engagement, teamwork, and a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
  • Reinforce Daisy Brand values and support a positive workplace culture.
• Safety, Quality & Compliance
  • Ensure compliance with all food safety, quality, regulatory, and company requirements.
  • Lead initiatives that strengthen workplace safety and housekeeping performance.
  • Take immediate corrective action on food safety and quality issues as required.

Requirements

• Four-year degree in either a business or technical field, or 6 years of leadership experience managing food or dairy production.
• Six plus years of experience in a high production environment.
• Ten years’ experience in food and/or dairy manufacturing.
• Dairy Manufacturing experience, preferred.
• Previous operational management experience, preferred.
• Memberships in professional organizations, preferred.

Skills

• Proven leadership ability.
• Strong analytical and applied problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with dairy and food plant operations.
• Familiarity with cultured dairy products, procedures, and equipment.
• Ability to train, motivate, and develop others.
• Detail-oriented, precise, and communicates with clarity.

About the Company

Daisy Brand is the market leader in sour cream and cottage cheese, headquartered in Dallas, Texas. As a family-owned company for five generations, we prioritize integrity in both our products and operations. Our growth is supported by strategic investments, including a new manufacturing facility in Boone, Iowa, and an upcoming Innovation Center in 2026. We foster a collaborative and entrepreneurial environment, encouraging long-term career growth and critical thinking.

Benefits

• A no-deductible, $0 premium option for employee-only medical coverage.
• Access to virtual healthcare and wellness programs.
• A 401(k) program with company match, plus weekly safe harbor and annual profit-sharing contributions.
• Company-paid short- and long-term disability coverage and 2x annual salary in life and AD&D insurance.
• Four weeks of paid time off, plus 20 hours of floating holidays in your first full year of employment.
• Annual rollover and payout options for any unused paid time off.
• Paid time for volunteering and community involvement.
• Tuition reimbursement and ongoing professional development opportunities.
• Fitness and wellness incentives.

Daisy Brand is a nicotine-free company.