Senior Production Manager
About The Position
Our client is seeking an energetic, motivated individual to manage one of its fresh citrus packing lines. This position’s primary responsibility is to provide overall direction for the production facility. This person is responsible for overseeing and coordinating the packing of over one million cartons of fresh California citrus. Duties include but are not limited to the following: Duties/Responsibilities Direct and manage daily production operators to meet safety, quality, cost and delivery targets. Plan and coordinate production schedules and resources to support changing seasonal demand. Oversee, develop, and mentor production managers by using performance driven management. Assist in developing training program and talent development program for Production Managers and Supervisors. Oversee state-of-the-art machinery and partner with Maintenance to ensure equipment is allowing for production lines to run efficiently. Ensure optimization of productive time for employees by eliminating inefficient processes. Ensure all legal requirements, company policies, and regulations are met daily. Communicate with leadership to present new ideas and streamline processes. Provide day-to-day reporting to upper management and sales team to ensure quality, productivity, and efficiency. Manage and oversee fruit inventory relating to your assigned production line. Provide leadership and management guidance throughout packing house to ensure productivity and efficiency. Identify and resolve problems timely and efficiently while providing guidance and training to the production team.
Requirements
- Strong background in leadership and data analysis.
- Ability to work effectively and efficiently in a team environment and relate well to others.
- Must demonstrate financial understanding such as budgeting, staffing, and cost analysis.
- Ability to readily adapt to changing requirements.
- Strong commitment to performing and producing at the highest level of quality at all times.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook.
- Must be able to think rationally and apply logic during high stress situations.
- Must be able to adhere to process protocol.
- Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
- Must be able to complete tasks in a noisy environment.
- Must be able to remain in a stationary position during shift.
- Minimum of 5+ years of leadership experience
- Experience with inventory management systems
Nice To Haves
- Bilingual in English/Spanish is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Direct and manage daily production operators to meet safety, quality, cost and delivery targets.
- Plan and coordinate production schedules and resources to support changing seasonal demand.
- Oversee, develop, and mentor production managers by using performance driven management.
- Assist in developing training program and talent development program for Production Managers and Supervisors.
- Oversee state-of-the-art machinery and partner with Maintenance to ensure equipment is allowing for production lines to run efficiently.
- Ensure optimization of productive time for employees by eliminating inefficient processes.
- Ensure all legal requirements, company policies, and regulations are met daily.
- Communicate with leadership to present new ideas and streamline processes.
- Provide day-to-day reporting to upper management and sales team to ensure quality, productivity, and efficiency.
- Manage and oversee fruit inventory relating to your assigned production line.
- Provide leadership and management guidance throughout packing house to ensure productivity and efficiency.
- Identify and resolve problems timely and efficiently while providing guidance and training to the production team.
Benefits
- Paid time off, Holidays, and Sick leave
- Industry-leading health, dental and vision insurance
- Health wellness program that covers regular doctor visits, eye exams, etc. with only a minor copay
- 401(k) retirement with guaranteed matching contributions
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
