Company Overview
Carolina Prime Pet Inc. is a leading manufacturer in the pet treat industry, dedicated to providing high-quality products that enhance the lives of pets and their owners. Our mission is to create nutritious and delicious treats while upholding our commitment to sustainability and innovation.
Summary
We are seeking a hands-on, detail-oriented Dry Processing Manager to lead daily operations across our dry production lines. This role oversees product flow from de-racking and jerky cutting through bagging, sealing, and packaging, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency at every stage.
Responsibilities
- Direct and monitor daily dry processing operations, including pre-op checks, production start-up, changeovers, and post-op activities.
- Ensure compliance with GMPs, food safety protocols, PPE, and quality control standards.
- Optimize production schedules, staffing levels, and line efficiency to meet output goals.
- Maintain accurate documentation, logs, and inventory records (Fishbowl, QC logs, etc.).
- Lead, train, and develop employees; oversee new-hire training and lead development.
- Coordinate with Plant Manager and QC on product testing, specifications, and non-conforming product handling.
- Manage equipment readiness, maintenance reporting, and housekeeping standards.
- Participate in daily management meetings and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
- Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree (preferred).
- Proven experience in production management within a manufacturing environment.
- Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and practices.
- Familiarity with systems and production planning tools.
- Excellent leadership skills with the ability to motivate teams.
- Supervisory or management experience in food manufacturing (preferred).
- Strong knowledge of production efficiency, food safety, and quality assurance practices.
- Ability to lead teams, train staff, and enforce compliance in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Language:
License/Certification:
- Forklift Certification (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Lenoir, NC 28645 (Required)
Work Location: In person
