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Production Manager

Production Manager

JobotIndependence, IA, US
29 days ago
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  • Full-time
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Job Description

Job Description

Production Manager – USDA Food Manufacturing - Independence, IA

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Salary : $120,000 - $160,000 per year

A bit about us :

We are a rapidly growing, next-generation food manufacturer rooted in excellence, integrity, and community. From our 125,000+ sq ft USDA- and FDA-certified facility, we specialize in fresh protein processing and freezing—no slaughter performed onsite. At peak capacity, we operate with a team of 230, producing over 800,000 pounds weekly and supporting an annual output exceeding 150 million pounds. Backed by experienced leadership and $15 million in planned facility upgrades, we are positioned for long-term, sustainable growth and continued innovation across operations.

Why join us?

  • Salary up to $150k + Performance Bonuses + Quarterly Profit Sharing
  • Full Benefits : Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, 401(k) with Match, PTO
  • Stable, growth-focused company with a collaborative culture

Job Details

  • Lead daily operations across 90+ employees and 4 shift leaders, ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant execution of production processes
  • Supervise and develop the Assistant Production Manager and shift leadership team, driving accountability and staff performance
  • Drive KPI performance including yield, efficiency, labor productivity, and waste reduction
  • Ensure compliance with USDA / FDA regulations, workplace safety standards, and internal food safety protocols
  • Oversee labor and resource planning, including staffing, scheduling, and cost management
  • Implement and manage quality systems to ensure consistent product standards and customer satisfaction
  • Champion continuous improvement initiatives to optimize throughput, reduce variability, and scale operations
  • Represent production in customer interactions, senior leadership meetings, and cross-functional collaboration with Quality, Maintenance, Engineering, and Supply Chain
  • Provide regular production updates and strategic recommendations to the General Manager and Senior Leadership Team
  • Qualifications :

  • Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Operations Management, or related field
  • 8+ years of progressive leadership experience in food manufacturing, including managing teams of 90+ employees
  • Proven ability to drive production KPIs (yield, efficiency, labor productivity, waste reduction)
  • Demonstrated success scaling operations and implementing sustainable systems
  • Deep expertise in USDA / FDA-regulated environments with strong food safety and compliance knowledge
  • Proficiency with ERP systems and data-driven decision-making
  • Six Sigma Black Belt and Lean Manufacturing experience (preferred)
  • HACCP, SQF, or PCQI certifications (preferred)
  • Protein manufacturing experience strongly preferred
  • OSHA 10 or 30 certification is a plus
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