Production Manager- 1st Shift (2817)

Old Wisconsin•Sheboygan, WI

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Production Manager will lead multiple departments within the facility with a shared goal of producing high-quality and wholesome food. This role is responsible for ensuring consistent, on-schedule production with no defects while maintaining a safe work environment for all employees. The Production Manager oversees all areas of Manufacturing and directs daily operations to ensure approved products are produced on schedule, meet quality standards, and remain within established cost objectives.

Requirements

Minimum 3-5 years management experience
Knowledgeable about OSHA and USDA regulations, lean manufacturing, process optimization, cost management.
Demonstrates a strong sense of urgency with high attention to accuracy and detail.
Able to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with employees at all levels of the organization.
Capable of managing multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities.
Proven ability to work productively and collaboratively as part of a team.

Responsibilities

Assist staff members and supervisors in the development and implementation of short- and long-range plans, policies, programs, and operational objectives.
Maintain high standards of manufacturing operations to ensure products meet established customer and company quality standards.
Optimize staffing levels, overhead, and raw material usage to meet annual budget and production goals.
Recommend manufacturing policies and programs that support continuous improvement, competitiveness, and operational profitability.
Continuously evaluate production processes and methods; recommend improvements to equipment, performance, workforce utilization, and product quality.
Serve as a technical resource to resolve operational issues; analyze work problems and assist employees in identifying effective solutions.
Direct and monitor department supervisors to achieve manufacturing plan objectives in alignment with established safety and production procedures.
Act as a liaison between management, supervisors, and staff to ensure effective communication of policies, decisions, and performance expectations.
Train, develop, and evaluate staff; take corrective action as needed in accordance with company policy and in consultation with Human Resources.
Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
Identify, recommend, and implement productivity improvements to reduce costs, scrap, and rework; monitor scrap and rework data.
Establish, implement, and maintain production standards.
Support manufacturing programs including training, safety, housekeeping, cost reduction, employee engagement, and security initiatives.
Coordinate major projects such as plant layout changes, capital equipment installation, and major facility repairs.
Maintain professional and constructive working relationships across all levels of the organization.
Stay current on industry trends, technology, and regulatory requirements to drive innovation and compliance.
Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned.
Take responsibility for producing safe, high-quality food products within assigned areas.
Report all food safety concerns to a supervisor, manager, or the Quality Assurance department to ensure immediate corrective action.
Other responsibilities as assigned.