Job Summary
We are seeking an energetic and detail-oriented Production Manager to lead our manufacturing operations with enthusiasm and precision. In this pivotal role, you will oversee daily production activities, ensure adherence to safety standards, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. Your leadership will be instrumental in maintaining high-quality output, optimizing efficiency, and fostering a safety-first environment. If you thrive in dynamic settings and are passionate about manufacturing excellence, this is your opportunity to make a significant impact.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate and supervise all aspects of the production process to meet quality, safety, and efficiency goals
- Implement and enforce safety standards in production areas, including proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and compliance with safety regulations
- Monitor manufacturing operations to ensure adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and other industry standards
- Lead a team of production staff, providing training, guidance, and motivation to achieve operational targets
- Oversee equipment maintenance schedules and troubleshoot mechanical issues promptly to minimize downtime
- Manage inventory levels of raw materials and finished goods, ensuring timely procurement and storage
- Conduct regular safety audits, risk assessments, and heavy lifting protocols to maintain a secure work environment1. Analyzes production needs in the Production Department to coordinate employees and equipment necessary to operate at maximum efficiency.
2. Aid in the development and implementation of Food Safety Fundamentals and Food Safety Plan as outlined in the BRC system.
3. Has the authority to take appropriate action to ensure the integrity of the BRC system.
4. Works effectively with all production employees to maintain and improve statistics for pounds per man hour, overhead costs, yields, and direct labor costs for the plant and keeps records of these and other production statistics for the department. Maintains specific goals for labor costs when scheduling permanent and temporary employees.
5. Recommends measures to improve production methods, equipment performance and quality of product, and suggests changes to increase efficiency of the Production Department.
6. Supervises workers in the Production Department, including interviewing, hiring, training, scheduling and evaluating them. Recommends methods to motivate workers to achieve goals. Recommends personnel actions, such as promotions, transfers, discharges, and disciplinary measures. Acts in accordance with established grievance procedures.
7. Explains internal and government required safety and quality standards to workers and monitors adherence to such standards. Conducts accident investigations according to established procedures and completes associated reports.
8. Inspects materials received in order to assure acceptable quality and quantity. Completes and maintains records of received shipments.
9. Participates as a member of the safety committee to establish internal procedures to conform to government required safety standards and monitors such procedures.
10. Confers with Quality Control Manager to ensure that quality standards are maintained.
11. Performs monthly physical inventory of materials and supplies for the Production Department and prepares related documentation.
12. Maintains ongoing inventory of raw materials, packing materials and miscellaneous supplies for the Production Department.
13. Monitors and maintains machines and equipment in the Production Department to ensure performance at maximum output.
14. Prepares samples for sales. Coordinates and implements changes in packaging.
15. Confers with Plant Manager to coordinate above activities.
16. Coaching and training employees.
17. Performs other duties as may be required.
Experience
1. Minimum 5 years of experience in the food industry in order to have significant knowledge of food technology and industry trends in equipment and production.
2. General knowledge of the fish industry and Vita Food’s products.
3. Ability to supervise and motivate employees effectively.
4. Strong oral communication and interpersonal skills needed to coordinate activities with the plant manager and production personnel and effectively deal with staff in other departments.
5. Strong analytical skills needed to evaluate production methods to ensure maximum efficiency.
6. Ability to plan and organize workflow.
7. Familiarity with using personal computers, including spreadsheets and word processing software packages.
8. Ability to maintain confidentiality of company information.
9. Ability to maintain pleasant working relationships with staff and management.
10. Ability to maneuver on wet, slippery floors. Generally needs to push, pull and lift up to 50 lbs.
11. Green Belt Six Sigma Certification
12. HACCP Certification
13. A college degree in Business Management is a Plus
14. Bilingual is a plus
Join us in driving manufacturing excellence through energetic leadership, meticulous attention to safety, and a commitment to continuous improvement. Your expertise will help shape a productive, safe, and innovative work environment where every team member can thrive.
Pay: $75,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
