Production Manager

We are seeking a high-caliber Production Manager to lead daily manufacturing operations at our state-of-the-art food production facility. In this role, you will drive operational excellence, champion strict food safety standards, and mentor a high-performing team to meet rigorous production targets.

Key Responsibilities

• Operations & Output: Oversee daily processing and packaging lines to consistently hit yield, throughput, and OEE targets.

• Safety & Compliance: Enforce uncompromising adherence to FDA, USDA, HACCP, SQF/BRC, and OSHA standards.

• Team Leadership: Manage, train, and mentor line supervisors and production personnel, fostering a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.

• Process Optimization: Implement Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma practices to eliminate waste, minimize downtime, and reduce operational costs.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with QA, Maintenance, Supply Chain, and Sanitation teams to ensure seamless shift handoffs and rapid equipment turnaround.

Qualifications

• Experience: 8-10 years of production management experience specifically within a food or beverage manufacturing environment.

• Regulatory Expertise: Deep working knowledge of HACCP, GMPs, FSMA, and GFSI-benchmarked standards (SQF, BRC, or FSSC 22000).

• Leadership: Proven track record of developing plant supervisors and managing workforce scheduling in a high-volume environment.

• Technical Skills: strong command of ERP/MES software and data-driven continuous improvement methodologies (Lean, 5S, TPM).

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Operations Management, or a related field preferred.

What We Offer

• Competitive base salary with performance-based bonus potential

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance

• 401(k) matching program

• Generous paid time off and parental leave

• Clear pathways for executive advancement

salary: $110,000 - $135,000 per year
shift: First
work hours: 7 AM - 4 PM
education: High School

Responsibilities

A Production Manager at a food-grade facility balances output targets with strict safety and quality standards.

Regulatory & Safety Compliance

• Enforce HACCP, cGMP, and FDA/USDA regulations.

• Maintain audit readiness for SQF, BRCGS, or FSSC 22000 certifications.

• Oversee allergen control, traceability, and recall preparedness.

Operations & Efficiency

• Drive daily manufacturing to meet yield, volume, and OEE targets.

• Optimize production schedules around sanitation cycles and material availability.

• Apply lean manufacturing to cut waste, downtime, and scrap rates.

Sanitation & Quality Assurance

• Manage Master Sanitation Schedules, CIP/COP procedures, and line clearance.

• Partner with QA to handle non-conformances and execute CAPAs.

• Monitor environmental testing and raw material standards.

Team & Facility Management

• Supervise, schedule, and train shift leads and line operators.

• Enforce workplace safety protocols (OSHA, PPE, machine guarding).

• Manage operational budgets, labor costs, and preventive maintenance routines.

The essential functions of this role include:

• working in a smoke free environment
• wearing steel toe shoes
• working in a non-temperature controlled environment
• manual lifting up to 50lbs
• standing for 4 hours at one time
• working up to 6 hrs of overtime per week
• working weekends

Skills

• Operations
• Leading
• Schedule Adherence
• Stock Management
• Production Control
• IAAP
• Microsoft Office
• Planning
• Decision Making
• Managing
• Maintaining Calendars
• Prioritizing
• Problem Solving
• Business operations

Qualifications

• Years of experience: 10 years
• Experience level: Manager

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Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.

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