Production Manager

Major Job Functions

• Ensure all safety and health standards are met to keep us accident-free
• Lead the shift supervisors and production staff in achieving daily, weekly, and monthly production targets
• Assist the plant manager with reducing manufacturing costs through use of process, equipment, and staff improvements
• Ensure the manufacturing equipment and tools function properly and increase efficiencies
• Coach shift supervisors and assist with their professional development
• Help to control inventory losses and participate in month end inventory counts
• Work closely with QA to ensure quality products are consistently produced
• Motivate, support, and provide guidance to production staff
• Communicate regularly with upper management regarding problems or issues impacting production
• Evaluate machine resources to ensure continued production and minimal downtime
• Establish a balance between increased productivity and reduced costs of manufacturing operations
• Set productivity goals for each manufacturing team
• Ensure adequate scheduling of staff

Required Skills/Abilities/Education

• Bachelor’s degree preferred but will consider relative work experience
• 5+ years supervisory experience
• 5+ years’ experience in manufacturing, Food manufacturing preferred
• Excellent communication and coaching skills
• Strong commitment to food safety
• Steady level of attention to detail and commitment to follow through
• Experience with Microsoft office suite; excel, word, outlook, PowerPoint

Physical Requirements

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Equal Opportunity Employer

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