Overview

The Production Shift Manager leads and supports the production department in the conversion of raw materials into finished goods in the most cost-effective manner while adhering to food quality, food safety and industrial safety standards.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead, plan, organize and control the operation of the shift.
• Measure and evaluate key performance and productivity targets, including staffing levels, against established standards and goals;
• Monitor performance of equipment and machinery in collaboration with food production and engineering teams; communicate equipment malfunction to maintenance team;
• Develop and maintain performance standards for all aspects of food production;
• Train, develop and coach production leads and employees;
• Ensure quality, safety and good manufacturing processes (GMPs) are followed;
• Comply with FDA, HACCP and SQF standards;
• Lead interactions with local, state, federal and third-party inspectors;
• Monitor, manage and improve employee productivity and provide constructive feedback, coaching, and progressive discipline as needed;
• Review and maintain time records;
• Prepare and submit performance reports;
• Ensure adherence to legal and company policies and procedures and undertake disciplinary actions when appropriate;
• Identify and resolve employee, customer, and/or supplier concerns;
• Perform other required tasks as assigned.

Job Requirements

• High school diploma required; Bachelor’s degree preferred;
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in food production;
• Minimum 7 years of supervisory experience;
• Experienced with and capable of demonstrating strong understanding of HACCP or related food safety protocol;
• Previous food processing experience, supervisory experience, manufacturing knowledge and understanding of yields, plant efficiencies, and operations procedures, preferred;
• Excellent oral and written communication skills;
• Able to lead problem solving and troubleshooting efforts associated with high-level process issues;
• Strong problem solving, math, and analytical skills;
• Ability motivate, train and coach employees to encourage optimum performance and engagement;
• Good planning and priority setting skills;
• Ability to work well with others in fast paced, dynamic environment;
• Ability to be respectful, approachable and team oriented while building strong working relationships and a positive work environment;
• Ability to work in varying production environments (heat and cold).