Production Shift Manager (Night Shift)

About the Company

MGP Ingredients is a leading supplier of premium distilled spirits and food ingredient solutions. Its Distilling Solutions segment provides bourbons, whiskeys, ryes, gins, and vodkas to craft and multinational brands. MGP's own Branded Spirits business is growing following the 2021 acquisition of Luxco, a top spirits producer, bottler, supplier, and importer, as well as the 2023 acquisition of Penelope Bourbon, known for its wide range of uniquely blended expressions. Ingredient Solutions delivers nutritional, functional wheat- and pea-based ingredients aligned with consumer trends. The company operates in locations across the Midwestern U.S., and overseas in Northern Ireland and Mexico.

About the Role

We are hiring a Production Shift Manager (Night Shift) to effectively communicate, develop, implement, and execute the daily, weekly, and monthly production needs as set forth by the Operations Managers. This includes operating the facility in a safe and efficient manner on the assigned shift, appraising and developing direct reports, and implementing various programs such as Competency Model Development, SEMS, SAP, Process Safety Management, Continuous Improvement, Preventive Maintenance, GMP’s, Food Safety, Government Regulations, and Policies. The Shift Manager is also responsible for assisting in prioritizing any maintenance or I/E work required.

Schedule

This Night Shift position generally runs from 7pm - 7am (12 hours total). The schedule alternates weekly: one week includes Mon, Tues, Fri, Sat, Sun, and the next week includes Wed, Thurs.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Direct Reports
  • Lead and coach direct reports.
  • Communicate and coordinate production requirements for assigned shift.
  • Conduct meetings to inform, coach, and investigate.
  • Enforce all company policies, procedures, and Union contractual obligations.
  • Analyze and prioritize equipment repair.
  • Manage all required training within the P&S Plant.
• Necessary Documentations
  • Monitor and enforce all required programs (sanitation, lubrication, chemical and flour receiving, etc.).
  • Conduct bi-weekly cycle counts.
  • Monitor chemical inventories, routinely communicating with purchasing to ensure supply.
  • Compile, complete, and present necessary information and paperwork for the shift report.
  • Compile data for SAP documentation and ensure SAP information is entered on time.
  • Review SAP information and make corrections as needed.
  • Create work schedules and review and approve overtime for direct reports.
  • Communicate with outside agencies as necessary (releases, spills, etc.).
  • Compile data for daily Production Reports; ensure accuracy and make corrections as needed.
• Maximizing Throughput and Efficiency
  • Analyze production processes to maximize quality throughput.
  • Develop process improvements and assist with implementation.
  • Forecast and manage various cleaning in place (CIP) necessities based on established equipment performance to maximize efficiency.
  • Troubleshoot equipment processes.
  • Monitor, troubleshoot, and protect Waste Water Treatment Plant and Modified Starch buildings and equipment.
• Other Duties
  • Directly manage crews of 10-15 hourly employees to achieve maximum production of top-quality products in a safe and efficient manner.
  • Indirectly responsible for managing up to 40-50 employees at any given time.
  • Plan and organize daily shift activities, determining manpower requirements and utilization to meet or exceed desired goals.
  • Responsible for scheduling hourly employees.
  • Conduct annual detailed performance reviews with hourly employees, emphasizing required standards for various jobs. Reviews will be written and maintained in employee personnel files.
  • Counsel subordinates and set objectives for the crew.
  • Communicate company plans, objectives, and expectations to hourly employees.
  • Issue instructions and directions, ensuring resources are available to accomplish them.
  • Train management and hourly employees on equipment operation and processes.
  • Accountable for continuous improvement of plant performance, safety, environmental, and product quality objectives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree, preferably in business or engineering, or 5-10 years of related experience.
• CPR, First Aid, SEMS, Process Safety Management experience, HAACP, BRC, RCA, GMP, Continuous Improvement, Food Safety, Incident Commander, SAP.
• 3-5 years of manufacturing experience.
• Good interpersonal communication skills, problem resolution, strong technical abilities, and strong computer abilities; working knowledge of Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Word, Excel, etc.).
• Adaptability. Experience with SAP preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Lifting up to 50 lbs to shoulder height occasionally.
• Physical mobility: extensive walking, climbing, stairs, kneeling, stooping, sitting up to 100% of working hours.
• Standing for extended periods of time, occasionally up to 6 hours.
• Physical dexterity: telephone, computer, electronic equipment, tools, machinery. Use of phone, fax, computer, and mechanical tools that require precision (welding, cutting, wrenches, lathes, etc.).
• Occasional driving of a vehicle.
• Sensory requirements: hearing, listening, smelling, touching, speaking, tasting, seeing, distinguishing colors up to 100% of working hours.
• Stationary working at a computer terminal or keyboard up to 6 hours per day.
• May be exposed to high heat and cold up to 100% of working hours.

Benefits

• Exceptional medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Short and long-term disability insurance.
• Life insurance.
• 401(k) Match.
• Paid time off (PTO).

Pay

Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience.