Production Manager - Chicago, United States - J & J Snack Foods

Description

Hill & Valley Bakery, a division of J&J Snack Foods has an opening for a Production Manager to join their dynamic team.

This position oversees the bakery production process including mixing, baking and packing while creating a culture and process that identifies and maintains continuous improvement of yield, efficiency, quality, cleanliness, and safety.

Responsibilities :
Implement and enforce policy, procedures, and culture consistent with the Plant Manager's direction that control and improve:
Production yield and efficiency of facility against standard
Safety
Quality
Leadership
Cleanliness
Food Safety
Adherence to Standard Operating Procedures
Employee ownership and understanding of product and process and overall teambuilding
Employee Welfare
Continuously take independent action, perform daily analysis, and provide corrective action recommendations to:
Manufacturing performance
Operating budget
Safety
Quality
Cleanliness
Yield & Efficiency
Develops, maintains, and adjusts production standards and specifications to reflect processes over three shifts.

Partners with Human Resources to develop and enforce Company rules, mission, and policies in a fair and consistent manner as well as develop long term goals and values that maintain a positive and diverse culture in the workplace.

Develop specific training needs inside the organization and effective plans to bring awareness and education.
Develop and manage subordinates including Production Supervisors and Leads to maintain production and staffing needs.
Interact with Quality Manager and customer auditors and ensuring the execution of corrective action and compliance with customer specifications.
Adhere to all environmental, health and safety requirements and procedures.
Responsible for food safety and quality.
Other tasks as assigned.


Key Competencies:
Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Ability to handle several projects and tasks independently
Interpersonal communication and ability to clarify complex processes and procedures to staff, customers, and auditors
Proficient computer skills in Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel
Passion and alignment with Company mission, vision, values, and operating principles


Position Requirements:

A bachelor's degree in business or related field or at least seven years of prior experience in managing large departments for consumer product manufacturer.

Five years or more experience managing supervisors on more than one shift.
Demonstrated experience working with contract manufacturers, suppliers, and distributors.
Experience in quality system audits

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