Manufacturing Manager

Schwan's Company • Sioux Falls, SD

52d • $93,000 - $154,000 • Onsite

About The Position

At CJ Schwan’s, we don’t just make food — we help create moments that matter.
From kids devouring pizza after soccer practice, to students laughing over
dumplings in a cafeteria, to families enjoying pie during the holidays, our team
members play an important role in bringing those everyday moments to life. Our
portfolio includes iconic pizzas, global flavors and timeless desserts from
brands like Red Baron®, bibigo®, Tony’s®, Big Daddy’s®, Freschetta®, Pagoda®,
Edwards® and Mrs. Smith’s®. Enjoyed in homes, schools, restaurants and just
about everywhere people shop and eat, our products reflect a commitment to
quality, innovation and the power of food to bring people together.

Our brand-new, 360,000-square-foot Asian-style food manufacturing facility in
Sioux Falls, SD, is taking shape — and we’re ramping up hiring for key roles.
This is your chance to be part of something from the ground up. We’re building a
strong, experienced team ready to bring this new site to life and shape its
future together.

We are hiring a Manufacturing Manager to lead efficient staffing, production,
quality, and safety across the operation. This role drives employee development,
ensures consistent policy and cost control and solves daily operational issues
to maintain highest performance.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent experience.
• 5–7 years of manufacturing leadership, ideally in food production.
• Strong ability to interpret safety and technical documents; effective problem solver and communicator.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; SAP experience a plus.
• Proven ability to supervise, develop, and motivate teams while maintaining a positive work environment.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenanceinstructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to interpret avariety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Intermediate personal computer skillsincluding MicroSoft Office.
• Ability to effectively supervise employees as well as provideleadership and direction.
• Strong communication and reasoning skills to provide a positive work environment.

Nice To Haves

• SAP experience beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Lead all 1st shift manufacturing operations, ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant production across all departments.
• Monitor processes and product quality, quickly identifying and correcting deviations to meet specifications.
• Drive continuous improvement by reducing scrap, waste, and non‑conformance while optimizing labor, equipment use, and cost.
• Review operational, quality, and personnel reports to identify trends, opportunities, and required corrective actions.
• Prepare performance reports, ensure on‑time facility start‑up each shift, and develop, coach, and train team members.

Benefits

• The base salary range for this position is $93,000 to $154,000 annually, with eligibility for a 15% annual incentive bonus based on organizational performance. The range reflects factors such as experience, skills, education, certifications, and location, and starting salary may fall anywhere within the stated range.
• Beyond base salary, we offer a competitive Total Rewards package designed to support your overall well-being, including comprehensive health benefits, time off programs, and retirement and financial offerings

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager