Production Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

GardenCore is looking for a Production Manager with an entrepreneurial spirit to support all aspects of a fast-paced lawn & garden products manufacturing facility. Daily duties include monitoring key metrics, safety, production flow and material costs.

The GardenCore Production Manager will work onsite in Pageland, SC.

Responsibilities

• Implementing process improvement methods and ensuring non-stop operations and ongoing production in an effective, safe and profitable manner
• Knowledge of raw materials and processes to meet business and production schedules
• Responsible for inventory management, labor, production efficiency and cost controls
• Providing leadership to staff, assessing performance, scheduling and directing all operational activities to ensure product quality and consistency
• Ensuring workplace safety through implementation, adherence and enforcement of company business standards, as well as safety and development programs

• 2-year degree, and/or equivalent combination(s) of education, industry experience and training
• 2+ years manufacturing management experience
• Must have skills in training employees: planning, assigning and directing work
• Must have excellent multi-tasking, analytical and communication skills
• Must have mechanical knowledge of machines, equipment, and tools, including repair and maintenance
• Experience in wood/pulp/mulch manufacturing preferred
• Experience with heavy equipment and machinery

Work Schedule

• 6:00AM - 4:30PM / Monday - Friday
• 6:00AM - 12:00PM on Saturdays

Compensation

• Annual salary of $65,000 - $72,000 per year
• 401(k) plan / group retirement savings program
• Short-term and long-term disability benefits
• Life insurance
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off 
• Paid holidays
• Eligible for bonus 

What GardenCore Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About GardenCore

GardenCore is a leading U.S. manufacturer of lawn and garden consumables, offering a broad portfolio of mulch, soil, stone, and lime products. The Company has deep, long-standing partnerships with major home improvement retailers and garden centers, and delivers consistent, high-quality execution across large-scale private label and branded programs. The Company has over 1,400 employees and operates 58 manufacturing facilities across the United States.

GardenCore, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

EOE/Vet/Disability 

GardenCore is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

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