Job Description
Job Description
The Production Shift Manager leads and supports the production department in the conversion of raw materials into finished goods in the most cost-effective manner while adhering to food quality, food safety, and industrial safety standards. This professional will work M-F and should expect to be in this role for a minimum of 1-2 years before promotion opportunities.
Responsibilities :
- Lead, plan, organize, and control the operation of the shift.
- Measure and evaluate key performance and productivity targets, including staffing levels, against established standards and goals
- Monitor the performance of equipment and machinery in collaboration with food production and engineering teams, and communicate equipment malfunctions to the maintenance team
- Develop and maintain performance standards for all aspects of food production
- Train, develop, and coach production leads and employees
- Ensure quality, safety, and good manufacturing processes (GMPs) are followed
- Comply with FDA, HACCP, and SQF standards
- Lead interactions with local, state, federal, and third-party inspectors
- Monitor, manage, and improve employee productivity and provide constructive feedback, coaching, and progressive discipline as needed
- Review and maintain time records
- Prepare and submit performance reports
- Ensure adherence to legal and company policies and procedures, and undertake disciplinary actions when appropriate
- Identify and resolve employee, customer, and / or supplier concerns
Qualifications :
High school diploma required; Bachelor’s degree preferredMinimum 5 years of experience in food production and supervisionExperienced with and capable of demonstrating a strong understanding of HACCP or related food safety protocolPrevious food processing experience, supervisory experience, manufacturing knowledge, and understanding of yields, plant efficiencies, and operations procedures, preferredExcellent oral, planning, priority-setting, and written communication skillsAble to lead problem-solving and troubleshooting efforts associated with high-level process issuesStrong problem-solving, math, and analytical skillsAbility to motivate, train, and coach employees to encourage optimum performance and engagementAbility to work well with others in fast fast-paced, dynamic environmentAbility to be respectful, approachable, and team-oriented while building strong working relationships and a positive work environmentBenefits :
86-88K Base salary plus bonus potential of 10%401K with matchingHealth insuranceDental insuranceVision insuranceLife insuranceDisability insurancePaid time offRelocation assistance availableIf this sounds like a good fit for you, please contact me for more information.
Jenny Sochocki
317-678-0120
jennifer@mriweb.com