Production Manager

DIVERSIFIED FOODS & SEASONINGS•Madisonville, LA

22d•Onsite

About The Position

The Production Manager oversees all daily production operations within the manufacturing facility. This role ensures products are produced safely, efficiently, and in compliance with company, regulatory, and customer standards. The Production Manager leads production teams, supports continuous improvement efforts, manages resources, and drives performance across safety, quality, and productivity metrics.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Operations, or a related field OR equivalent experience in food manufacturing leadership
5+ years of leadership experience in food manufacturing or plant operations
Strong understanding of food safety, sanitation, and regulatory compliance
Ability to lead teams, resolve conflicts, and build positive work relationships
Strong problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and production reporting systems

Nice To Haves

HACCP certification
Additional food safety, leadership, or operational certifications
Experience with Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies
Experience working with automated production equipment

Responsibilities

Oversee all production processes to ensure products meet quality, safety, and regulatory requirements.
Lead, coach, and develop production supervisors and hourly personnel to achieve departmental goals.
Coordinate daily schedules, staffing, product flow, and resource allocation to maximize efficiency.
Ensure compliance with GMPs, HACCP, food safety, sanitation, and OSHA regulations.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity, reduce waste, and optimize equipment utilization.
Partner with Maintenance, QA, Warehouse, and Scheduling teams to ensure smooth, coordinated plant operations.
Complete and review production reports, metrics, and documentation; identify trends and recommend solutions.
Support training efforts for new hires and existing employees on job duties, safety, and standard procedures.
Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment throughout production areas.
Lead or participate in root-cause investigations, corrective actions, and performance improvement plans.
Ensure all production employees follow company policies, procedures, and performance expectations.
Perform additional duties as assigned.