Production Manager - Hattiesburg, MS

JOB SUMMARY

The Production Manager position is a Management Team position. This position is responsible for Safe, Quality Cases on Time at the Lowest Cost. The Production Manager will ensure that all production functions of the facility are carried out in a safe and efficient manner and that personnel are given the tools and necessary training. The Production Manager will also serve as a Facility Food Safety Team Member. The Production Manager is responsible for the overall direction, coordination and evaluation of production operations at the Hattiesburg facility.

JOB DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (Note: The job functions relate to the job, not the individual)

* Maintain a safe working environment for employees.

* Ensure all employees are trained and following all plant and safety, Food Safety, GMP, OSHA and sanitation regulations.

* Will actively lead the Production Team and work closely with all members to develop best practices for the facility.

* Will be an active member of the Food Safety Team, which includes staying up to date with food safety training.

* Will be key member of the facility audit team.

* Will promote and actively demonstrate continuous improvement within the facility using WPMS (Wis-Pak Performance Management System. Evaluate, recommend and implement improvements in methods and processes to improve safety, quality, delivery, cost and morale. Develop plans for the maximum utilization of materials, machines and personnel.

* Analyze and report on variances of actual vs budget.

* Will support and implement an annual operating budget to control labor, manufacturing, and variance costs to achieve the standard total cost per case.

* Deliver improvements to the 4 manufacturing levers: Yield, Line Efficiency, Labor Efficiency, and Spending.

* Maintain high safety standards, conduct audits, enforce safety policies, and ensure PPE is used. Continuously improve our FIFI (Find-It, Fix-It Program).

* Follow and enforce all Wis-Pak policies and procedures

* Provide all training necessary to personnel to operate equipment safely and efficiently

* Manage department personnel by assigning tasks and following up. Encourage and motivate the workforce. Coach for improvement when necessary.

* Must prioritize, schedule and delegate work assignments and directly oversee staff to ensure the achievement of production objectives at the lowest cost consistent with company quality requirements and meeting customer delivery requirements and specifications.

* Review and analyze productions costs, product quality and various production statistics; modify production and inventory control programs to maintain and enhance profitable operation of facility.

* Maintain and establish facility housekeeping standards.

* Keep records and procedures up to date.

* Conduct meetings as needed and participate in facility meetings. Lead cross functional teams to address and resolve facility issues and improve quality and productivity.

* Assist and communicate professionally with other departments.

* Must be able and willing to travel as needed and attend external training.

QUALIFICATIONS

* Must possess a minimum of a Bachelor's Degree and/or seven total years of food or beverage manufacturing

experience.

* Must possess good people skills.

* Proven ability to develop good problem solving statements and use problem solving skills to close the gaps.

* Possess good skills, in math, verbal and written communication.

* Good organizational, multi-tasking, and time management skills.

* Computer skills including Microsoft Office, JD Edward, Sharepoint, and other business intelligence tools.

* Comply with all safety rules and regulations, including setting a good example.

* Follow all Food Safety Plan practices and guidelines.

JOB DISCLAIMER

This list of job duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities that management may deem necessary from time to time.