Food Production Manager in San Antonio, TX - Full Time

Production Manager

San Antonio, TX

Industry Requirement: Food Manufacturing (Mandatory) Location: Multiple U.S.-based manufacturing facilities

Travel: Up to 30%

Full Time Role

Position Summary

The Production Manager will be responsible for developing and executing strategic and tactical production plans across multiple U.S. manufacturing facilities. This role is critical to ensuring on-time delivery, optimal resource utilization, and seamless coordination across procurement, logistics, operations, and international manufacturing partners.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, manage, and optimize production schedules across multiple manufacturing sites
• Collaborate closely with Procurement, Logistics, Operations, and Sales teams
• Identify and mitigate capacity and scheduling risks
• Support demand planning and provide visibility into lead times and capacity constraints
• Build and analyze capacity models for short- and long-term planning
• Lead cross-functional initiatives to improve planning accuracy and operational efficiency
• Coordinate with international manufacturing partners (France & Thailand)
• Utilize ERP/MRP systems to track KPIs and improve planning performance
• Support labor and resource planning aligned with forecasted volumes
• Maintain clear documentation and proactively adjust production plans as needed

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Industrial Engineering, or related field (Master's preferred)
• 5+ years of experience in production planning, supply chain, or manufacturing operations
• Mandatory experience in food manufacturing and shift-based environments
• Strong knowledge of end-to-end supply chain processes
• Advanced Excel skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Hands-on experience with ERP/MRP systems
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment