Production Manager

The Production Manager oversees operations at the Mowi Arlington facility, reporting to the Director of Factory Operations. This hands-on role is based primarily on the production floor of a refrigerated seafood plant, with an estimated 80% floor time and 20% office time. The position involves working some 2nd shifts, Saturdays, and holidays. The manager leads a team of 2 senior supervisors, 10-12 supervisors, and 150-200 hourly staff, providing direction, training, and coaching. Key responsibilities include planning and managing schedules, processes, inventory, and ensuring company goals for safety, food safety, quality, OTIF, and efficiency are met. The role drives continuous improvement, working with data to address issues and meet productivity and material yield targets.

Responsibilities

• Actively supports all safety programs and training in collaboration with the Safety Coordinator. Evaluates risks, enforces safety procedures, and coaches or disciplines unsafe behaviors.
• Ensures compliance with food safety procedures and GMPs, including traceability, allergen control, labeling, and audit readiness. Works closely with the Quality Manager.
• Maintains production areas in audit-ready condition and conducts tours for visitors and auditors.
• Oversees proper inventory rotation and prevents losses due to errors or mis-rotation.
• Drives exceptional product quality and presentation standards.
• Manages hour-by-hour production schedules and OTIF (On Time In Full) performance, communicating potential delays proactively.
• Contributes to EBIT goals through effective planning, execution, and cost control, following Senior Management directives.
• Leads yield improvement initiatives such as portion control, spill-point elimination, and giveaway reduction; uses data to communicate yield-impacting issues.
• Increases labor productivity through scheduling, cross-training, rotation, overtime control, and automation. Ensures all employees are properly trained.
• Supports OEE, ERP, and other operational and IT systems.
• Prepares and presents monthly performance reports in management meetings.
• Supports sustainability goals by reducing water and energy use and ensuring proper waste management.

Qualifications

Education

The above job description is not an all-encompassing list of duties and responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties and responsibilities may change without notice.

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