Manager, Production - Food Manufacturing

JOB SUMMARY

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

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 inappropriate 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

Assure that department expenses are in line with budget goals 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

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 to perform at a high degree of proficiency

Ability to effectively coach, present information and respond to questions from management, inter-department staff, customers, suppliers and other third party agencies Capable of working with internal staff from other departments in a proactive and constructive manner

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, including the ability to plan, prioritize and execute multiple initiatives / deadlines autonomously and shift priorities as necessary

Able to manage large, complex projects.

Uses time effectively

Customer Service Respond promptly to requests for service and assistance as needed. Follow up as needed Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner. Gathers and analyzes information skillfully. Develops alternative solutions

Judgment - Displays willingness to make decisions. Exhibits sound and accurate judgment. Makes timely decisions

Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner. Reacts well under pressure. Follows through on commitments

Detail Oriented Attention to details and accuracy

Ability to understand and execute all relevant policies and procedures in a consistent, timely and objective manner

Proficient use of MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) 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

The physical, mental, and environmental conditions in which the work is performed. The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

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

Anticipated Closed Date :

11 / 30 / 2025

The deadline may be extended based on good faith of the business needs. The posting will be updated when the deadline is extended.

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Preferred

Job Industries

• Food & Restaurant