Production Manager

Chobani • Allentown, PA

13d • $95,000 - $150,700

About The Position

The Production Manager runs a cost-efficient operation and focuses on continuous improvement through collaboration with Quality, Technical Support, Maintenance, Safety, and Human Resources. The role is responsible for Modern Foods processing, filling, packaging, and maintenance functions, and for ensuring the food safety and quality of Chobani products. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 4:00 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university; preferably in Engineering or Business Administration.
• 5–7 years of progressive leadership experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement skills.
• Project management experience.
• Strong business and financial competence.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a collaborative management style.
• Effective leadership skills to build a shared vision, energize and challenge team members, and engage them in driving positive change.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and ERP systems.

Nice To Haves

• Food or dairy processing experience.

Responsibilities

• Ensure employee safety through personal example and accountability.
• Deliver KPIs in support of the manufacturing strategy.
• Support regular communication and education on safety topics.
• Participate in addressing safety issues and recommend solutions.
• Work with the Quality and Food Safety team to ensure product quality and food safety specifications are continually met.
• Ensure effective employee communication, training, and compliance with quality programs, policies, and standards.
• Address quality issues and their root causes.
• Review and analyze production, quality control, maintenance, and operational reports to identify causes of product nonconformity and operating or production problems.
• Coordinate production activities with production supervisors, maintenance and technical services, and quality control.
• Manage daily platform or area operations and ensure optimum production and utilization of staff, resources, and equipment.
• Recommend improvements to production methods, equipment performance, and product quality.
• Coordinate projects that improve the efficiency, safety, and effectiveness of the assigned area.
• Supervise projects and platform or area performance.
• Maintain technical knowledge and a thorough understanding of equipment and processes.
• Partner with continuous improvement leaders to implement Lean principles and practices.
• Provide leadership, coaching, and mentoring to build an engaged and effective team.
• Establish goals and communicate expectations while building a culture of accountability, dedication, and empowerment.
• Follow Chobani’s safety procedures and Good Manufacturing Practices.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Disability insurance.
• Health savings account and flexible spending accounts.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• 401(k) match of 100% on up to 5% of eligible pay.
• Fertility and childcare assistance.
• 12 weeks of parental leave at full pay after six months of continuous employment.
• Employee assistance program, fitness discounts, wellness reimbursement, on-site gym access at certain locations, and a monthly wellness newsletter.
• 120 hours of paid time off.
• 11 paid holidays.
• Paid volunteer time off.
• Bonus and equity.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager