Production Manager - Lake Alfred, United States - Mizkan America

Description

Job DescriptionMizkan Americas, Inc

Job DescriptionLocation:

Job Title:
PRODUCTION MANAGERDepartment: Operations

Reports To:
Plant ManagerFLSA Status: ExemptBackup: Plant Manager or Bottling Supervisor


COMMENTS:
This job description reflects assignment of essential functions, it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned

SUMMARY:
The Production Manger is responsible for the overall operations of the bottling, bulk, milling, mustard, and scheduling.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Direct the day-to-day operations of the production facility through department supervisors and support staff.
Analyze manufacturing, personnel, materials, logistics, and other problems.

Build a strong, achievement-oriented team by using the appropriate mix of hiring, delegation, training, monitoring, feedback, coaching, motivation, mentoring, and employee retention techniques.

Ensure production staff enforces company policies and procedures, plant-wide safety and security rules, and employee rules of conduct. Integrate organizational changes and new processes.
Ensure customer satisfaction through corrective and preventive actions and the application of continuous product quality improvements.
Ensure plant sanitation and quality standards are consistent with federal, state, local, and company requirements.
Interface with AIB, Kosher Council, State/Federal agencies (FDA, OSHA, EPA, etc.), third party auditors, and other regulatory agencies. Address issues pertaining to product quality, wastewater treatment, air quality, etc.
Develop departmental budgets. Manage and control expenditures and variances.
Manage assets and ensure inventory accuracy. Reduce scrap and waste and initiate other cost reduction activities throughout the facility.

Hire, train, monitor, discipline, evaluate, and develop employeesEnsure adherence to applicable quality manufacturing standards, GMPsAnalyze resolve problems relating to product quality, product quantity, processes, materials, scrap, waste, personnel, etc.

Provide technical assistance to operators in resolution of production problemsOversee the development, implementation, and adherence of SOP's that result in improved product quality and efficiency levels.

Promote operational excellence throughout the plant.
Responsible for Food Quality, Safety and Legality.


EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• 5 years of related management experience within a food processing, bottling, liquid filling/blending and/or consumer goods manufacturing/packaging environment.

Associate's Degree or equivalent is preferred.
Bachelor's Degree is a plus.
Must posses the ability to work with all levels of employees in the organization.
Solid understanding of Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Maintenance, Transportation, Packaging and Safety, Must be well organized, results oriented, have effective problem solving abilityMust possess strong leadership team building skillsMust be computer literate

• Microsoft Office Programs AS 400 is desirableGood organizational skillsShow good judgment and sound reasoning skillsAbility to delegate authorityMust have a strong floor presence and be able to interact effectively with people at all levels.

Ability to lift and move over 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation is required.