Production Manager

Job description

Job Purpose Oversee all phases of production required to produce and package products that meet established quality standards and customer expectations. Maximize production effectiveness through establishing and maintaining standard work using total productive maintenance methods focused on the achievement of zero accidents, zero quality defects, and zero unplanned controllable downtime. Essential Functions: - Manage the daily production operations of the facility and its components - Develop, implement, and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) to support employee and food safety, product quality, asset effectiveness, and workplace organization - Develop KPIs and report on weekly/monthly trends - Provide leadership for production personnel to achieve plant-specific goals and objectives via continuous process improvement and alignment with the company's mission and core values - Drive employee engagement, training, and development to maximize safety, quality, and productivity; ensure all quality standards, specifications, and policies are met or exceeded - Develop and manage annual production operating budget and standards - Ensure regulatory compliance including, but not l...