Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

US Citizen / GC Only

We are seeking an experienced 1st shift Production Manager. As our Production Manager you will direct and coordinate overall operations for our production departments, ensuring objectives are achieved and quality standards are met. You will facilitate maximization of organizational and capital resources to achieve customer satisfaction, productivity, schedule adherence and economic goals. You will also effectively develop teams and develop a culture of respect throughout the operation.

What you are going to be doing

• Direct, coordinate, and facilitate daily activities of direct reports to ensure achievement of production goals and customer expectations in a safe, timely, cost-efficient manner.

• Ensure standards for product quality, equipment, and operator performance are maintained and that cost-effective technology and design is used to maximize production.

• Assist in development of plant/department budget, monitor plant spending and reports on operating costs within functional areas.

• Remain apprised of and keep management informed of cost and labor overrun, make recommendations, and implement solutions to related issues.

• Work closely with plant functional managers to develop and maintain positive employee relations environment.

• Evaluate functional activities to verify they are performed at the appropriate levels of the organization and that resources are in place to build capability where potential skill gaps have been identified.

• Assist in the development of short and long-term goals; works with sales and business development staff to meet established growth initiatives through effective planning.

• Assure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.

What you need to have

• Bachelors Degree or equivalent combination of education and related experience in food manufacturing environment.

• 10 years experience in a Meat processing food manufacturing environment with demonstrated department management experience (coaching, people leadership);

• Strong leadership skills: demonstrated ability to lead, motivate and develop others

• Knowledgeable in applicable regulatory compliance (OSHA, USDA, FDA, etc.)

• Working knowledge of GMPs, SOPs, HAACP, OSHA and other quality and safety programs in food processing environments.

• Experience with USDA is required.

• Ability to develop and communicate clear instructions, procedures, and processes.

• Bi-lingual (English/Spanish) a plus

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