Job Type: Full-time

Position Summary:

The Production Manager is responsible for supervising and overseeing all daily production operations. With direct supervision over subordinate employees, is responsible for efficient production of confectionaries.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for reviewing work of 3 direct reports (Production Supervisors).
• Responsible for completing job duties in a manner that supports all plant safety, food safety, quality and environmental practices.
• Develops the monthly production schedule with management advice and support.
• Observes and supervise the work and responsibilities of all production employees.
• Assures that all work is completed in a timely manner.
• Reviews problems and issues with Supervisors on an ongoing basis.
• Interfaces with management and other departments as required.
• Generates production related reports.

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• Communicates with HR Manager for hiring needs.
• Plans short, middle and long-term production plans, including plant and materials investment as well as Production Operators
• Identifies and resolves issues related with QCDSE (Quality, Cost, Delivery, Safety and Environment)
• Determines production process as well as production machineries and equipment arrangements.
• Develops, updates and manages production specifications/standards and enforces production procedures.
• Manages initial production control processes including educating and supporting for production operators.
• Directs daily operation.
• Trains Production Supervisors and Operators.
• Obtains outside information and develops manuals/procedures of daily production plans, operation process and production load plans.
• Oversees and evaluates production costs and productivities. Maintains production costs and productivities by providing ongoing trainings to employees and performing Kaizen activities.
• Works with QA to ensure proper procedures are followed, documentation up to dated and corrected for timely release of products

Other Work/Responsibilities:

• Responsible for understanding and complying with the company’s safety procedures and safe work practices and for overseeing that subordinates understand and comply.
• Seeks constant improvement, more efficient and less expensive ways and means in work processes.
• Performs special projects and other miscellaneous duties as assigned by GM of Production
• Maintains high ethical standards in the work place.
• Reports all irregular issues and problems to supervisors for solution.
• Maintains good communication with supervisors, office staff members and outside contacts.
• Complies with all company policies and procedures.
• Occasional travel required for project meetings, supplier/consultant meetings, inspections, and training.

Required Minimum Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma and 5 years of related experience or Bachelors and 3 years of experience.
• Familiarity with Regulatory Agencies.
• Strong knowledge of GMP and GMP Audits.
• Strong Managerial Skills, including hiring, training and development, scheduling, discipline, and retention.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• 3-5 years of leadership in food and/or pharmaceutical
• Ability to think independently, strong organizational, planning, implementation and execution skills.
• Personable, professional, and productive within a team environment. Able to motivate and lead by example.
• Ability to work in a fast paced and rapidly changing environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, Power Point), Adobe Acrobat and Social Media.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Lean Methodologies Certified

Job Skills:
Accuracy, attention to detail, English language, confidentiality, reliability, sound judgment, basic math skills, able to multi-task, negotiation, planning and organizational skills, problem-solving oriented, research and vendor relations, strong organizational skills. Highly resourceful team-player with the ability to work independently, excellent verbal and written communication skills. Able to handle confidential information, be adaptable to various competing demands, and demonstrate the highest level of customer service at all times.