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Lead Operations. Drive Excellence. Build High-Performing Teams.
Are you a proven manufacturing leader who thrives in fast-paced production environments? We're seeking an experienced Production Department Manager to lead our production and sanitation teams, champion operational excellence, and help shape the future of our facility.
In this critical leadership role, you'll have the opportunity to influence safety, quality, productivity, employee development, and continuous improvement initiatives across the operation. We are looking for someone who is passionate about coaching teams, creating a culture of accountability, and delivering measurable results.
What You'll Do
Strategic Leadership
Lead and inspire production and sanitation teams to achieve world-class performance.
Establish a clear vision, direction, and expectations that promote employee engagement and operational success.
Partner closely with Operations, Maintenance, Quality, Safety, and other departments to achieve business objectives.
Safety & Food Safety Excellence
Champion a culture where safety and food safety are non-negotiable priorities.
Ensure compliance with all company policies, regulatory requirements, and industry standards.
Promote ongoing training, accountability, and continuous improvement in safety and quality programs.
Operational Performance & Continuous Improvement
Drive plant performance through data-driven decision-making and operational excellence initiatives.
Analyze production, downtime, and efficiency metrics to identify root causes and implement sustainable solutions.
Lead daily management systems, KPI reviews, floor huddles, and shift-change communications.
Develop and execute strategies that improve productivity, efficiency, and overall equipment effectiveness.
Team Development
Recruit, hire, mentor, and develop high-performing leaders and team members.
Coach supervisors and frontline leaders to maximize engagement, accountability, and performance.
Foster a positive culture focused on teamwork, development, and results.
Process Standardization
Develop and maintain standardized work procedures for: Equipment startup and shutdown
Changeovers
Equipment operation and troubleshooting
Sanitation procedures
Housekeeping and workplace organization
Ensure best practices are consistently followed throughout the department.
Why Join Us?
Opportunity to make a significant impact on plant performance and culture.
Visible leadership role with direct influence on operational strategy.
Growth-oriented environment focused on continuous improvement.
Collaborative leadership team committed to employee development and success.
Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.
If you're ready to lead teams, drive operational excellence, and make a lasting impact in a growing manufacturing organization, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and help us build the future of our operations.
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Requirements
· What We're Looking For Required Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree required; technical or engineering discipline preferred.
10+ years of leadership experience in food manufacturing or food processing environments.
Proven success managing large production teams and delivering operational results.
You lead by example and build trust at every level of the organization.
You balance people development with operational results.
You are proactive, adaptable, and solution-oriented.
You excel in fast-paced environments and embrace continuous improvement.
You have a passion for building strong teams and developing future leaders.
Physical & Work Environment
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Manufacturing environment that may be hot, humid, wet, and fast-paced.
Flexibility to work varying schedules and extended hours as business needs require.
Frequent presence on the production floor to support employees and operations.
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