Production Manager - Stock Yards Spokane

US Foods•Spokane Valley, WA

4d•$85,000 - $135,000•Onsite

About The Position

Develops and implements strategies to direct the manufacturing and warehousing teams in achieving efficiency, quality, and safety as well as, productivity through maintaining a data driven culture of continuous improvement. Ensures production of quality products at the lowest unit cost and manages staff to ensure the integrity, USDA / FDA regulatory compliance, sanitation, shipping receiving and inventory control.

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent, college degree preferred
Five years of operations/production management experience required, preferably in a food processing environment.
General business knowledge in manufacturing, operations, or food processing
Experience working in a JIT (Just in Time) production environment, is a plus
Experience using continuous improvement tools, such as Six Sigma or Lean Manufacturing
Ability to communicate effectively (oral and written) to all levels of the organization
Strong leadership skills and the ability to facilitate and manage change
Strong quantitative and qualitative assessment skills, critical thinking skills and the ability to constructively challenge ideas and assumptions
Must possess strong interpersonal relationship skills
Strong computer skills and experience applying these techniques to analyze and measure productivity

Responsibilities

Develops manufacturing strategies consistent with overall business plans to ensure ability to deliver planned business results
Develops a team and structure that can flex to meet the demands of the business
Aligns priorities with the direction of the broader organization to meet the demands of needs of the customer
Manages production and labor scheduling to ensure deadlines and quality specifications are met in accordance with internal and regulatory guidelines
Establishes and maintains cross functional relationships in a matrix, functionalized organization
Ensures compliance with internal and external guidelines, including, but not limited to USDA, FDA, OSHA, and Food Safety regulations
Maintains an environment and culture focused on the safety of the team members.
Manages an operation that meets or exceeds certification levels of external audit standards (GFSI)
Establishes and manages metrics used to define performance
Guides production and warehousing teams through in-depth analysis and resolution of strategic issues
Solid understanding of key drivers of operational performance (Six Sigma, lean continuous improvement, etc) and their use in developing strategies for driving efficiency