Production Manager

Dairy Farmers of America•St. George, UT

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About The Position

The Production Manager manages production activities to ensure efficient and profitable operations. The role provides work direction and supervision to production supervisors and employees in accordance with standard work rules, applicable union contract provisions, and employment policies. It oversees daily management of multiple departments to ensure company, regulatory, safety, and quality requirements are understood and followed. The Production Manager also assists in formulating plant objectives, policies, and plans; resolves issues promptly; and directs personnel activities such as recruitment, hiring, performance evaluations, and salary adjustments within established human resources policies and practices. The position manages daily operations to meet customer requirements at the lowest possible cost while maintaining safety and quality standards. It monitors operational performance, promotes efficiency and cost containment, ensures procedures and safety programs are maintained, and supports regulatory inspections. The role manages assigned employees and employee relations, oversees inventory and purchasing as appropriate, prepares management reports, and ensures compliance with food safety, quality, sanitation, and other applicable requirements.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Five to eight years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
Supervisory or management experience.
Solid knowledge of manufacturing process flow and its importance to the process.
Solid knowledge of continuous improvement models.
Leadership and coaching skills, with knowledge of supervision, training, and personnel management principles and practices.
Knowledge of and skill with Microsoft Office Suite and company computer systems.
Critical thinking, analysis, mathematical calculation, and statistical evaluation skills.
Ability to collaborate effectively and foster teamwork.
Ability to interact positively and work effectively with others.
Ability to exercise independent judgment in planning and organizing multiple tasks and information.
Strong initiative and follow-through on day-to-day responsibilities.
Ability to identify appropriate steps to solve problems and present options for improving processes or procedures.
Ability to handle challenging or conflict situations with tact and professionalism.
Ability to communicate with personnel at various levels to ensure customer needs and requirements are met.
Ability to respond courteously and efficiently to inquiries, complaints, and requests.
Ability to interpret and apply company policies and adapt to and manage change effectively.
Ability to read, write, and speak English.
Certification and/or license may be required during employment.

Nice To Haves

Undergraduate degree in a related curriculum.
Manufacturing experience, preferably in food and/or beverage manufacturing.

Responsibilities

Manage daily operational activities of supervisors and production staff so customer orders are received, scheduled, and produced cost-effectively while meeting customer requirements and established safety and quality standards.
Analyze operations and key metrics, maintain high quality and safety standards, and identify opportunities to improve efficiency and contain costs.
Ensure Standard Operating Procedures are developed and maintained for operational activities.
Report deficiencies to plant leadership and identify and resolve operational issues.
Assist in developing and implementing safety programs.
Ensure supervisors and production employees understand and follow regulations and company policies, and advise them on correct interpretation when necessary.
Conduct meetings with department management to communicate policies, plans, and issues affecting operations, employee relations, and company information.
Prepare for and participate in plant inspections by authorized agencies, using appropriate staff.
Monitor supplies and equipment inventory and initiate or approve purchases as appropriate.
Prepare reports and records for management review.
Manage assigned employees, including recruitment, supervision, scheduling, development, evaluation, and performance management.
Apply work rules, applicable union contract provisions, and employment policies; administer discipline consistently and fairly; and work with Human Resources and plant management to resolve grievances.
Communicate actively with employees through shift meetings and informal methods, and promote positive employee relations.
Maintain safe working conditions and compliance with company, state, and federal health and safety regulations.
Follow DFA good manufacturing practices and comply with company regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements.
Perform other duties as assigned.