Production Manager in Weston WI

Production Manager

The Production Manager will have the following job responsibilities:

• Direct and coordinate daily operations of the manufacturing plant
• Oversee all levels of plant floor staff activity and performance
• Develop processes to increase productivity and enhance performance
• Work closely with maintenance to ensure equipment is repaired or replaced as needed
• Ensure company policies and procedures are followed at all times
• Work closely with Quality Department to ensure proper employee participation
• Screen, interview and manage the onboarding process of new hires
• Provide training and educational materials to staff as necessary
• Mentor 2^nd Shift Manager, Supervisors and Team Leads to improve their leadership capabilities
• Monitor equipment and ensure that it is in good working order
• Manage and supervise all daily plant operations
• Address workplace performance and disciplinary issues
• Observe production activities on a daily basis to build rapport with employees
• Monitor compliance rosters and scheduling to efficiently utilize the available workforce
• Develop on the job training program for all positions
• Participate in annual employee training to ensure compliance with quality system requirements
• Participate in GMP and Facility Audits
• Serve in a leadership role and actively participate on all teams
• Respond to reports of suspicious activity related to food defense

Technical Qualifications:

General Requirements:

• Provide leadership to position the company at the forefront to the dairy industry
• Oversee operations for production efficiency, quality, service and management of resources
• Work cooperatively in a team environment to ensure safe, quality food production
• Develop positive working relationships with personnel
• Work requires excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
• Proven experience working in plant operations required
• Good understanding of regulatory requirements for operating plants
• Strong aptitude for root cause analysis and troubleshooting operational issues
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications and computer technology
• Familiar with operating plant equipment safely and efficiently
• Strong leadership and managerial attributes
• Exceptional organizational and time-management skills
• Able to sit, stand and walk around for long periods at a time

Quality Control Requirements:

• Knowledge of and ability to follow all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs)
• Complete understanding of Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) and its importance
• Follow and monitor to assure all Safe Quality Food (SQF) guidelines are implemented and followed

NOTE:  Required to immediately initiate action to address food safety problems or concerns

SAFETY REQUIREMENTS:

• Be aware of and follow up to date OSHA regulations that apply to the tasks in your job
• Practice safe lifting techniques, bending and lifting with your legs, not your back
• Pivot with your feet avoiding twisting at the waist
• Be aware of your surroundings, watching for forklift traffic and trip hazards such as pallets or cords when entering the production area
• Wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when entering the production area
• Maintain proper guards and safety devices when working with machinery and on catwalks
• Maintain excellent personal hygiene and wear appropriate apparel for the job

EDUCATION / CERTIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Associate Degree or Bachelor’s Degree Preferred
• Better Process Cheese School
• HACCP Certified

MEMBER OF THE FOLLOWING TEAMS:

• Crisis Management
• Safety
• Recall
• Maintenance
• Food Defense
• Quality
• HACCP
• Audit

**If you’d like to hear more about this opportunity and others we are currently working on, please contact Jeff Fee at jfee@cps4jobs.com.

JO:  88.21JF

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