Production Assistant Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Production Assistant Manager

Select 7 LLC is a food manufacturing company specializing in the preparation and processing of fresh-cut vegetables for restaurants and food-service customers. We are seeking a dependable and hands-on Production Assistant Manager to support the daily operations of our production department.

The Production Assistant Manager will work closely with the Production Manager and production team to ensure that daily production schedules are completed efficiently, safely, and according to company quality standards.

Job Responsibilities

• Assist the Production Manager with the daily planning and coordination of production activities
• Supervise and provide direction to production employees during assigned shifts
• Assign employees to production tasks and adjust staffing as needed based on production requirements
• Monitor production progress to ensure orders are completed accurately and on schedule
• Train new employees on production procedures, equipment, sanitation, food safety, and company policies
• Monitor employee performance, attendance, punctuality, and compliance with workplace policies
• Ensure employees follow proper GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), food safety, and sanitation procedures
• Monitor product quality, portion sizes, weights, packaging, labeling, and product specifications
• Assist with investigating and resolving production, quality, or employee-related issues
• Ensure production equipment, tools, and work areas are properly cleaned and maintained
• Assist with opening and closing production operations as needed
• Monitor inventory and communicate shortages of raw materials, packaging, or other supplies
• Coordinate with other departments to ensure production and delivery schedules are met
• Maintain accurate production records and documentation
• Report production issues, equipment problems, quality concerns, and employee issues to management
• Help identify opportunities to improve production efficiency, workflow, and product quality
• Follow and enforce company safety policies and procedures
• Perform hands-on production work when necessary to support the team
• Perform other duties as assigned by management

Qualifications

• Previous experience in food production, food processing, manufacturing, warehouse operations, or a similar environment preferred
• Previous supervisory or leadership experience preferred
• Ability to effectively communicate instructions to employees and work as part of a team
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced production environment
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to product quality
• Ability to follow and enforce food safety, sanitation, and GMP requirements
• Basic computer skills for production records, scheduling, and communication
• Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus
• Food safety experience or certification is a plus

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time
• Frequent bending, reaching, lifting, and carrying
• Ability to lift and move boxes and materials weighing up to approximately 50 lbs.
• Ability to work in a refrigerated/cool production environment
• Ability to safely operate or learn to operate production equipment
• Must be willing to perform hands-on production work when necessary

Schedule

• Full-time
• Early morning start time
• Must be available to work overtime or adjust hours based on production needs

What We’re Looking For

We are looking for a reliable, responsible, and hands-on leader who can help keep our production team organized and on schedule. The ideal candidate is comfortable working alongside production employees, giving clear direction, addressing problems as they arise, and maintaining high standards for food safety, cleanliness, and product quality.

Previous management experience is preferred, but candidates with strong production experience and demonstrated leadership ability are encouraged to apply.