Production Manager – High-Growth Specialty Food Manufacturing

Impact Solutions • Madison, WI

3d • $130,000

About The Position

This full-time, permanent Production Manager career opportunity is with a premier, rapidly expanding specialty food contract manufacturer. Known for its "speed to market" and heavy investment in state-of-the-art automation, this organization is currently in a high-growth phase, doubling its footprint to meet the demands of America's largest food brands. This is an entrepreneurial environment where the "art and science" of production meet. If you are a "People-First" leader who thrives on the floor rather than in an office, and you want to be part of a company that celebrates high audit scores and operational excellence, this is the perfect career home. The duties and responsibilities of the successful candidate will include the following:

Requirements

• 5+ years of relevant leadership experience in a food manufacturing or high-speed industrial operations environment
• Deep experience spending significant time in production areas, troubleshooting technical processes, and leading by demonstration
• Demonstrated experience with Root Cause Analysis, Statistical Process Control (SPC), and LEAN manufacturing principles
• The ability to own KPIs, manage factory metrics/budgets, and facilitate complex projects in a deadline-driven setting
• A stable work history as a seasoned Supervisor ready to move up or an established Manager wanting to join a rapidly scaling organization
• A residence within 45 minutes of the Madison, WI area
• Must be a United States citizen or Green Card holder
• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Operations is preferred or an equivalent high-volume food manufacturing leadership experience is required

Responsibilities

• Manage all shift activities related to safety, quality, and output across multiple production lines to ensure a continuous manufacturing flow
• Serve as a champion for food safety, actively participating in and preparing the team for SQF, USDA, FDA, and organic audits
• Partner with the Plant Manager to develop weekly performance plans, closing gaps in production metrics through focused Root Cause Analysis and corrective actions
• Take ownership of shift-level spending, ensuring alignment with budget ranges while identifying opportunities for cost reduction and equipment maintenance
• Mentor and develop a team of Supervisors through "skip-level" meetings and coaching, driving a positive work environment focused on high engagement and retention

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees