Production Manager II

Refresco Careers•Waco, TX

45d•Onsite

About The Position

The Production Manager II is responsible for driving and managing the production process and associates at the facility while maintaining efficient production in desired quality and quantity. Develops and leads the Plant Production team in exceeding key performance indicators for safety, environment, quality, customer service and cost. Builds and develops a strong team of decision makers and our organization’s next leaders.

Requirements

Proven leadership experience in a high-speed beverage production environment preferred.
Ability to independently and efficiently operate and troubleshoot required manufacturing equipment.
Ability to work quickly and accurately under deadline pressure.
Organized and detail oriented, adaptable to change.
Proficient in Excel, Word, SAP and Power Point.
Minimum of high school diploma or equivalent (GED) required.
Minimum 5+ years relevant work experience within a high-speed manufacturing environment, preferably beverages.

Nice To Haves

Undergraduate degree in a related field, with focus on Operations Management preferred.
Functional experience in Lean Manufacturing, 5S, TPM, etc. are assets.

Responsibilities

Adhere to and ensure compliance to all health and safety policies/procedures, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and PPE requirements.
Adhere to and ensure compliance to food quality and food safety as per the standard(s) provided by corporate, customer, and/or governing bodies (ex. SQF).
Leads and directs the work of other employees and has responsibility for personnel actions including hiring, performance management, and termination.
Provides training, direction and instruction and conducts performance evaluations.
Provides guidance and training on work standards and expected outcomes.
Accountable for planning and evaluating performance, staff training and development, recruitment and may contribute to pay recommendations.
Conduct daily meetings as required with direct reports to identify and resolve issues.
Collaborate closely with all departments to improve quality, drive efficiencies, increase yields, and eliminate out-of-specification or damaged products.
Foster a positive team environment to promote cooperation and teamwork.
Possesses a practical understanding of SQF and HACCP and can address inquiries related to both.
Ability to read, comprehend, and adhere to a production manufacturing schedule, effectively communicate issues or deviations with the appropriate parties and respond to inquiries.
Ability to mobilize resources and lead efforts to reduce unscheduled downtime.
Follow all Quality Control and Production line standard operating procedures.
Perform minor machine maintenance as well as daily and weekly preventive maintenance.
Conduct required GEMBA walks through the plant.
Supports and encourages a culture of Refresco Values.
Develops strategies focused on energy and waste minimization.
Participates in the development of the annual department budget & strategic long-term planning
Develop and communicate business results as required.
Support Safety Committee with their goals to promote a strong safety-focused culture.
Perform as back up to the Plant Leadership as required.

Benefits

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts
Life and AD&D Insurance, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident insurance
Short-term disability and long-term disability
Pet Insurance
Legal Benefits
401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match
12 Paid Holidays
Vacation Days and Paid Sick Time Off Days
Well-being Benefit Discount and Total Reward Programs