Mizkan Americas, Inc.

Job Description



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Job Title: PRODUCTION MANAGER

Department: Operations

Reports To: Plant Manager

FLSA Status: Exempt

Backup: Plant Manager or Bottling Supervisor



COMMENTS: This job description reflects assignment of essential functions, it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.



SUMMARY: The Production Manger is responsible for the overall operations of the bottling, bulk, milling, mustard, and scheduling.



ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.




* Direct the day-to-day operations of the production facility through department supervisors and support staff.
* Analyze manufacturing, personnel, materials, logistics, and other problems.
* Build a strong, achievement-oriented team by using the appropriate mix of hiring, delegation, training, monitoring, feedback, coaching, motivation, mentoring, and employee retention techniques.
* Ensure production staff enforces company policies and procedures, plant-wide safety and security rules, and employee rules of conduct.
* Integrate organizational changes and new processes.
* Ensure customer satisfaction through corrective and preventive actions and the application of continuous product quality improvements.
* Ensure plant sanitation and quality standards are consistent with federal, state, local, and company requirements.
* Interface with AIB, Kosher Council, State/Federal agencies (FDA, OSHA, EPA, etc.), third party auditors, and other regulatory agencies. Address issues pertaining to product quality, wastewater treatment, air quality, etc.
* Develop departmental budgets. Manage and control expenditures and variances.
* Manage assets and ensure inventory accuracy.
* Reduce scrap and waste and initiate other cost reduction activities throughout the facility.


* Hire, train, monitor, discipline, evaluate, and develop employees
* Ensure adherence to applicable quality & manufacturing standards, & GMPs
* Analyze & resolve problems relating to product quality, product quantity, processes, materials, scrap, waste, personnel, etc.
* Provide technical assistance to operators in resolution of production problems


* Oversee the development, implementation, and adherence of SOP’s that result in improved product quality and efficiency levels.
* Promote operational excellence throughout the plant.
* Responsible for Food Quality, Safety and Legality.



EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:


* 3 – 5 years of related management experience within a food processing, bottling, liquid filling/blending and/or consumer goods manufacturing/packaging environment.
* Associate’s Degree or equivalent is preferred.
* Bachelor’s Degree is a plus.
* Must posses the ability to work with all levels of employees in the organization.
* Solid understanding of Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Maintenance, Transportation, Packaging and Safety,


* Must be well organized, results oriented, & have effective problem solving ability
* Must possess strong leadership & team building skills
* Must be computer literate – Microsoft Office Programs & AS 400 is desirable


* Good organizational skills
* Show good judgment and sound reasoning skills
* Ability to delegate authority
* Must have a strong floor presence and be able to interact effectively with people at all levels.
* Ability to lift and move over 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation is required.



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