Unit Manager - Production (Off-Shift)

About the role

The Unit Manager oversees a designated unit within the facility's production department in Carrollton, TX. Reporting directly to the Production Manager, this position manages and coordinates the unit's daily operations, ensuring production targets are met and maintaining quality, safety, and efficiency standards. The Unit Manager supervises and supports a team of production supervisors, providing leadership, guidance, and direction to achieve departmental objectives.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the assigned unit's operations within the production department, ensuring adherence to production schedules, quality standards, and safety regulations.
• Supervise and support a team of production supervisors, providing leadership, coaching, training, and performance management to foster a high-performing and cohesive team environment.
• Plan and coordinate production activities, including staffing, resource allocation, equipment utilization, and workflow optimization, to meet production targets and customer demand.
• Monitor production processes and quality control measures to identify improvement opportunities, address issues, and ensure consistent product quality and compliance with specifications.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including maintenance, engineering, quality assurance, and logistics, to resolve production issues, optimize processes, and drive continuous improvement.
• Implement and enforce safety protocols and procedures to maintain a safe working environment for all staff, including regular safety inspections, training, and enforcement of safety policies.
• Develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs), work instructions, and best practices for production operations to ensure consistency and compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Analyze production data, performance metrics, and KPIs to track unit performance, identify trends, and make data-driven decisions to improve efficiency, productivity, and cost-effectiveness.
• Manage and control production expenses within budget, identify cost-saving opportunities, and implement measures to optimize resource use and reduce waste.
• Serve as a liaison between production supervisors, management, and other departments; communicate goals, priorities, and expectations; and facilitate collaboration and alignment to achieve departmental objectives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Engineering, Business Administration, or related field.
• Proven experience in production management or a related field, with at least 4 years in a food manufacturing environment.
• Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to inspire, motivate, and develop teams to achieve operational excellence.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with employees at all levels of the organization, as well as external stakeholders.
• Solid understanding of food manufacturing processes, quality management systems, and regulatory requirements (e.g., FDA, USDA).
• Proficiency in production planning and scheduling, budgeting, and cost control techniques.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a focus on data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles, Six Sigma methodology, and other process improvement methodologies.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, manage multiple priorities, and adapt to changing business needs.

Qualifications

• Master's degree preferred.
• Certification in production management or related fields is a plus.

Benefits

• Day One health, dental, and vision benefits.
• 401(k) retirement plan with matching contributions at 60 days.
• Career growth opportunities and professional development.

Culture

At Teasdale Latin Foods, our People Principles are centered on Living LATIN:

• L – Learning: Emphasizes continuous learning and development, promoting a culture of curiosity, exploration, and acquiring new knowledge and skills.
• A – Accountability: Encourages individuals to take ownership of their actions and responsibilities, promoting personal and collective accountability to achieve goals.
• T – Teamwork: Values diverse perspectives, collective problem-solving, and synergy among team members to achieve greater outcomes by leveraging strengths and expertise.
• I – Innovation: Promotes an environment where employees are empowered to think outside the box, challenge the status quo, and seek innovative solutions, fostering adaptability and openness to change.
• N – Nurturing: Emphasizes supporting and developing employees' well-being, growth, and potential, showing care and willingness to invest in their long-term success and satisfaction.