Manager, Production - Food Manufacturing

Production Manager

The Production Manager is responsible for all aspects of the Production and Production Warehouse departments at multiple locations and is the key contact for all IT/technical issues. The Production Manager also creates, monitors and manages expense and capital budgets, leads associates and manages all aspects of employee engagement.

Responsibilities include:

• Develop and maintain production plans to ensure orders are completed on time
• Determine the headcount requirements and labor utilization needed to achieve production and business goals
• Schedule equipment and team resources needed to support each production plan
• Track component yield rates ensuring that actual results meet or exceed business goals
• Manage work order maintenance ensuring that work orders are audited and closed in appropriate fiscal periods
• Set performance metrics for each department to track and monitor productivity
• Ensure metrics support business goals
• Benchmark metrics utilizing both internal and external resources
• Develop and monitor annual department budgets
• Plan and manage resources to achieve budget goals while delivering the required output Track actual expenses vs budget
• Direct, coordinate and monitor the daily activities & performance standards for Production and Production Warehouse departments to assure compliance of standard Company policies, procedures, quality, and safety
• Coach and develop Supervisors and team in balancing the delivery of high productivity, quality and customer service
• Maintain a positive and safe work environment. Oversee employee relations and participate in staff selection, performance and compensation evaluations, corrective action and terminations, as necessary
• Establish performance goals, monitor progress and provide feedback as necessary
• Manage employee performance through motivation, delegation, development, mentoring and resolving conflict
• Take corrective action as necessary on a timely basis and in accordance with company policy
• Develop, provide and/or coordinate training as needed
• Consult with Human Resources Department as appropriate
• Conduct regular department meetings to foster employee engagement, communicate any changes to company policies and procedures, address employee concerns, foster idea-sharing and suggestions for improvement
• Order/procure materials and services as needed
• Serve as key IT, telecom and systems contact for the business unit
• Identify and implement key areas for improvement in each department
• Maintain a presence and availability across all shifts
• Provide and maintain a safe work environment by directing safety training, generating and reviewing Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)
• Coordinate emergency response or crisis management activities
• Coordinate efforts with the Safety Department to aid in training, conducting associate observations, updating preferred work methods, conducting accident investigations to determine root causes and routine safety inspections

Qualifications include:

Education: High School diploma or general education degree (GED) required Bachelor of Science in a Business Management preferred

Experience: 7+ years of Production and/or Manufacturing in a food environment of which at least 2 are leading a team. HACCP and GMP certifications preferred.

Skills:

• Excellent communication (verbal and written), interpersonal and professional interactive skills are necessary
• Ability to effectively coach, present information and respond to questions from management, inter-department staff, customers, suppliers and other third party agencies
• Ability to mentor and develop individuals and teams. Able to engage and lead team discussions and meetings
• Understands team dynamics and works well within a team structure. Collaborative management style. Delegates responsibilities effectively
• Strong organizational and project management skills
• Ability to manage large, complex projects
• Uses time effectively
• Customer Service Respond promptly to requests for service and assistance
• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner
• Judgment - Displays willingness to make decisions
• Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner
• Detail Oriented Attention to details and accuracy
• Ability to understand and execute all relevant policies and procedures
• Proficient use of MS Office and scheduling software
• Detailed knowledge of ERP and WMS systems
• High level of understanding financial reports
• Ability to understand and work with relational databases
• Bi-lingual English/Spanish a plus

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk and use hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and telephone to talk and hear
• The employee is frequently required to sit and reach with hands and arms
• The employee is occasionally required to lift up to 20 pounds
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus
• While this position will primarily work in a manufacturing environment, this position will require travel
• There is periodic overnight travel required and specifically pertains to overseeing production launches, company events, staff meetings, training sessions & vendor fairs
• May be required to utilize personal vehicle for business travel that may result in long periods of sitting
• Must maintain a valid driver license and proof of automobile insurance coverage as set forth by Sysco
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate
• This position may require evening and weekend work depending on business needs