Job description

We are looking for a Production Manager to join our team!

This position manages and leads the designated department(s) within the company. This role will oversee Production Employees and report to the Plant Manager. They will be responsible for collaborating with Production Scheduling, Quality, Human Resources and Maintenance to maintain the production of quality product safely and efficiently. The development of strong processes and efficiencies as well as the ability to work closely with all internal partners are critical aspects of this position. An employee in this position is expected to maintain 75% of their time on the production floor.

RESPONSIBLITIES:

Production Responsibilities:

• Manage all personnel and their safety at all times.
• Manage and train personnel on Standard Operating Procedures.
• Monitor, measure and problem solve for loss and waste of materials.
• Manage personnel issues and concerns including hiring, promoting, following disciplinary procedures, managing timecards and vacations.
• Assign orders to production lines in accordance with the production schedule.
• Participate in the control of specification process.
• Check machine status and verify housekeeping and cleanliness of the production area.
• Verify and monitor Hour by Hour boards and drive changes in reporting of information.
• Work as part of the Continuous Improvement team when necessary.

General Management

• Review scheduling for all applicable departments and impacts to meeting customer needs.Make material shortages known in a timely manner.

Make packaging constraints known in a timely manner. i.e. downtime, machine changeovers, or other items that would contribute to not meeting shipments or customer needs.

• Plan for and communicate temporary labor needs when necessary.
• Assist in the management of material needs for all departments.
• Adhere to all food safety and SQF requirements and meet all plant and employee safety requirements.
• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education

• Associates degree in Business Management or related field/equivalent experience.

Experience and Training

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a production/packaging supervisory position

Technology/Equipment

• Experience using Microsoft Excel (Able to enter data), Word, PowerPoint. Knowledge of ERP and MRP systems.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Management or related field.

Experience and Training

• SQF Certified, Food manufacturing environment.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Plant Conditions:

• 35° – 48° F; Humidity
• Slippery Floors

Protective Clothing Required:

• Hard Hat
• Hearing protection
• Steel Toed Shoes

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $56,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Church Point, LA 70525: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):

• What is your zip code?
• How many years of experience do you have in a production supervisory position?
• What level of experience do you have using Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint (i.e. Beginner, Intermediate or Expert)?
• Can you work overtime if necessary?
• What is your salary expectation for this position?
• What level of education have you completed (i.e. Associate's, Bachelor's, etc.)?

Work Location: One location

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