Manufacturing Manager

C.H. Guenther•Bryan, TX

18h•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for all aspects of Production, which includes converting raw materials into finished products that meet requirements for quality and cost. Manages supervisors and team members in the consistent running of the various food processes that we employ. This is done through coaching and instruction as needed. Facilitates all necessary training to support delivering the required KPI’s. Responsible for ensuring consistent execution of policies and procedures through Team Leaders, and working with other managers including the Human Resource Manager. Responsible for ensuring production schedule is met to deliver service expectations. Must be able to understand the impact of scheduling on other departments, and be able to effectively communicate and lead discussions to resolve scheduling conflicts that arise from downtime, test runs, sanitation, and other obstacles that may develop. Develops and manages the departmental budget for material usage, labor, supplies, and training. In addition, this position is responsible for analyzing projected sales, and product mix trends to develop plans to minimize cost of manufacturing in these areas. Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree is required.
Engineering Degree is highly preferred and/or advanced engineering course work must be successfully completed.
First Aid Certification
Hazmat Certification
Lockout/Tagout License
Valid Driver’s License
A minimum of seven years experience with responsibility in a production / manufacturing setting is required.
Advanced knowledge and understanding of HACCP, GMPs and AIB.
Demonstrated leadership and team building skills to effectively supervise professional and non-professional staff.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Knowledge and understanding of all relevant federal and state laws, regulations, and operating guidelines.
Must be able to work extended hours and weekends as required.
Must be computer literate, able to interface with PCs, and understand all software packages specifically used by C.H. Guenther (Microsoft Office, Outlook, etc.)
Must be able to communicate clearly and effectively.
Must have good analytical and reasoning skills.
Must be able to interpret and apply all technical literature necessary to support job requirements.
Must be knowledgeable of all regulatory policies as they apply to C.H. Guenther.

Nice To Haves

Engineering Degree is highly preferred
advanced engineering course work must be successfully completed

Responsibilities

Responsible for all aspects of Production, which includes converting raw materials into finished products that meet requirements for quality and cost.
Manages supervisors and team members in the consistent running of the various food processes that we employ through coaching and instruction.
Facilitates all necessary training to support delivering the required KPI’s.
Ensures consistent execution of policies and procedures through Team Leaders, and works with other managers including the Human Resource Manager.
Ensures production schedule is met to deliver service expectations.
Understands the impact of scheduling on other departments, and effectively communicates and leads discussions to resolve scheduling conflicts.
Develops and manages the departmental budget for material usage, labor, supplies, and training.
Analyzes projected sales and product mix trends to develop plans to minimize cost of manufacturing.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Work requires supervising and monitoring work performance through the assistance of other supervisors or administrators, including making decisions on hiring and disciplinary actions, evaluating program/work objectives and effectiveness, and realigning work and staffing assignments, as needed.
Implement cost savings and productivity improvements as well as manage the continuous improvement process.
Manages production department through teams consisting of Team Leaders (Supervisors) and Team Members (line associates).