Frozen Production Plant Manager

Ian's Pizza•Milwaukee, WI

10d•$75,000

About The Position

We're hiring a Frozen Production Plant Manager to help lead our pizza-making team, learn new skills, and have fun while earning $75,000 annually + benefits. Opening our Frozen Operations in Spring 2026, and looking to bring on a manager early to participate in the planning and development! Why Ian's Pizza? Excellent Benefits: Premium and affordable health and dental care, retirement plan with 3% matching, Paid Time Off, and more. Inclusive Culture: Join a diverse and inclusive team committed to the Big Five Code of Conduct - Dependability, Awareness, Connection, Generosity, and Effort. Hands-On Growth: Immerse yourself in our Management Training Program, gaining expertise in scheduling, product ordering, team management, and more. We are looking for motivated individuals who want to advance their career in the restaurant industry. Your Impact The Frozen Production Manager oversees and ensures the successful execution of Ian's Frozen and the operations of the small retail shop attached to the production facility. If you are excited by an opportunity to launch a frozen pizza business with us AND you have experience in working in food manufacturing or a production facility, we'd love to chat!

Requirements

5+ years of experience in a leadership role managing a food manufacturing or production facility.
Bachelor's Degree in business, supply chain, manufacturing, or other related field OR an additional 2 years of experience in food production leadership.
Strong knowledge of USDA regulations and facility management.
Experience with production planning and scheduling is required.

Nice To Haves

Experience with SQF is a plus.
HACCP certification is preferred.
Familiarity with automated production lines is preferred.

Responsibilities

Production Oversight: Knows the ins and outs of production, is comfortable managing semi-automated production and employees Is willing and able to jump in at any point in the production process to keep things moving forward, fix issues, or solve problems. Uses knowledge and experience to improve processes and procedures, both new and existing. Manages material inventory, ensuring sufficient product to fulfill orders. Sets and/or manages safety standards based on local and federal regulations and guidelines. Trains and enforces these standards with staff. Works closely with our partner distributors to ensure timely and accurate pick-ups from the facility.
Retail Oversight: Understands the overall retail operations and works closely with the Store Supervisor to ensure high-quality staff training, customer service, food quality, and a healthy bottom line. Serves as the last stop for customer concerns and feedback.
Staffing and Training: Manages all production and retail staffing plans, onboarding, training, and employee relations. Works closely with the recruitment team to communicate needs and select job candidates.
Overall Management: Maintains appropriate certifications and documentation for audits, recalls, and inspections. Oversees budgeting and labor costs for production and retail. Schedules staff to meet production and retail needs while managing labor costs and high levels of quality and service. Provides staff feedback on their performance in regular, in-the-moment coaching conversations as well as quarterly staff reviews.