Production Manager

Job description

• Participate in the QRMP audit and assist in the development of procedures and corrective actions
• Prepare departmental costs and variances with regard to productivity, short and long-range planning, labor scheduling, product scheduling, raw materials, packaging supplies, product weights, sanitation and housekeeping
• Work with Product Development, Suppliers, Engineering, Quality, and Factory Employees in finding innovative ways to improve the Quality and productivity of our Products.

Support Employee involvement in Safety, Analytical Problem Solving, Project Planning, Vendor and Customer Relations, fostering a Team atmosphere. Work with Product Supply Group in weekly scheduling of the Packaging and Processing Area to optimize productivity.

• Prepare, distribute, and follow-up with regard to all established records, reports and/or forms
• Ensure strong, effective communication across functions and with employees, vendors and government regulators
• Implement safety measures for accident prevention through monthly departmental safety meetings and working with salaried Supervisors to ensure hourly employee compliance
• Assist with the supervision of the Production staff including but not limited to performance management and employee development, etc.