Manufacturing Manager
About The Position
We are seeking an experienced manufacturing leader to join our team in Reno, Nevada. Reporting to the Plant Director, the Manufacturing Manager will provide leadership and supervision for Production functions. This position directly supervises several subordinate Supervisors and Hourly associates on shift. The SK Food Group is a leader in the food manufacturing and wholesale food sales industry, producing a complete line of products for various market segments including retail, convenience stores, vending, and the transportation industry. We also offer sub-contract manufacturing and private labeling capabilities.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree (B.S.) from a four year college or university, and four+ years of management related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Previous Supervisory Experience in a manufacturing environment is required.
- Experience with SQF, AIB, GFSI, etc.
- Leadership and time management.
- Basic knowledge of SPC, Control Charts, Lean Manufacturing.
- Training on Good Manufacturing Practices critical to the effective implementation of the Food Safety Plan and the maintenance of food safety, quality and process efficiency.
- Training on how to identify food safety issues such as temperature control, cross-contamination, sanitation and cleanliness of the lines, etc., critical to the effective implementation of the Food Safety Plan and the maintenance of food safety, quality and process efficiency.
Nice To Haves
- HACCP or SQF certification is recommended.
Responsibilities
- Manage all Operations on shift.
- Provide support and leadership in inventory control, quality assurance, use of the ERP system ‘X3’, and purchasing.
- Communicate effectively with subordinates, peers, and supervisors.
- Manage staff to provide consistent performance with predictable results.
- Review performance metrics and make improvements.
- Work with support departments to make improvements in all facets of the organization including safety, food safety, quality, purchasing, accounting, training and Human Resources.
- Provide support and active involvement in Food Safety improvement initiatives.
- Review daily production schedule for effective utilization of labor.
- Manage department budgets and hourly labor wage.
- Insure proper packaging and labeling of product is being done correctly.
- Controls product waste and makes adjustments if waste is higher.
- Monitor production line flow to optimize product safety and yields.
- Insure work orders are completed as requested for quality and scheduling requirements.
- Continually monitor Production areas for required sanitation.
- Audit associates time sheets and ensure proper clock in and clock outs per associate are done in ADP.
- Plan/schedule next day’s production run with subordinates.
- Provides proper guides and mentoring to subordinates in food safety programs and GMP’s practices.
- Other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Robust Health & Welfare Benefits Package
- 401k Retirement Plan with company match
- Associate Bonus Programs
- Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
- Paid Parental Leave
- Health & Dependent Care Flex Spending Accounts
- Dependent Scholarship Program
- Educational Tuition Assistance
- DailyPay – Access Earned Pay Sooner
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
