Production Manager Jobs

Production Manager

• 8am- 5pm Mon-Fri
• 210 Foster Brothers Dr, West Columbia, SC 29172, USA
• Full-time

Company Description

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Supervise and coordinate the activities of production team members engaged in the production of pizza dough. Effectively maximize production yield and minimize production waste. Monitor and manage all aspects of production operations in accordance with established company/industry standards and procedures. Ensure team members are trained in food safety and other job duties to maintain consistency throughout the production and dough handling process. Must have a comfort level working in a diverse, fast past environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES
(40%) Manage Production and Sanitation Area

• Continually inspect the production area to verify that everything is operating properly. Submit work orders to maintenance for repairs and/or modifications needed on the equipment or safety related
• Facilitate dough management classes for franchisees
• Coordinate with chemical vendors to ensure all correct chemicals are on site
• Complete daily production statistical reports including, pounds per labor hour, over time, trays per hour, total trays, and total hours used, and manage weekly schedule
• Conduct required test bakes per period and enter them in the Portal
• Ensure standardization of dough formula and make changes when instructed by QC
• Ensure team members are receiving proper training on dough production, proofing, temperature checks, checking dough ball weights, performing test bakes, and maintaining a dough library for each single day of production and use it as a reference for dough complaints
• Monitor and verify that Solo Chain and production ingredients are correct. Remove spoiled dough from Solo Chain and receive production raw ingredients into the system
• Coordinate with oil and flour mill vendors to schedule loads to be delivered to the site
• Develop production/operational goals based on actual and projected customer needs, and investigate any cause, and possible solutions to any problems reflected in the metrics
• Maintain cost controls and prepare budget for Director
• Ensure GMPs (Good Manufacturing Practices) are being followed and team members are wearing PPE when handling the product
• Interface with vendors, and be responsible for collecting, recording, and reporting operational data
• Strategize and implement new ideas to improve manufacturing efficiency and at the same time watching out for the safety and wellbeing of the TMs
• Maintain safe and positive work environment in compliance with OSHA, company standards, local, state, and federal requirements. As equipment is added or modified, review it is ergonomically suitable for all TMs and proper L.O.T.O procedures are outlined and implemented
• Coordinate with other departments to achieve common goals and objectives
• Assist with the trouble shooting of dough issues that occur in the marketplace, and periodically visit stores to check quality of product
• Order production supplies, flour, and sanitation materials

(60%) Manage Production & Sanitation Team Members

• Ensure CCP (Critical Control Point) specific training is provided to the team members performing the metal detector checks
• Recruit, interview, hire and train all new team members in various trainings, including safety, and minimize team member turnover
• Responsible for dough safety, and dough quality - maintain dough certification
• As needed, fill in as production team member and performs tasks necessary to meet production goals (time spent in these activities does not exceed 15% of work time)
• Ensure safety procedures are being observed and safety test are completed timely manner
• Follow progressive discipline according to guidelines with TMs not meeting expectations
• Assign job tasks according to production schedule
• Facilitate a five-minute team member meeting each day to keep the team member informed of safety precautions, performance, policies, etc.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Manager and/or Director
• Coach team members that are not meeting their performance goals, and reward team members for good performance, complete performance appraisals on team members
• Attend Leadership & Development training sessions

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal, communication (verbal and written), and follow-through skills
• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office programs
• Willingness to support a 24-hour operation, be on call, including carrying an emergency cell phone as needed
• Proven ability to develop and lead team members in meeting goals and objectives
• Availability to travel by air, as needed
• 3-5 years of production, manufacturing or retail experience, strong knowledge of bakery procedures or having basic knowledge of food safety programs would be beneficial.
• Bachelor’s degree with emphasis in distribution, manufacturing, warehouse, some college plus equivalent work experience may be accepted. Preferably in the food, warehouse, manufacturing, or retail industry – Bilingual a plus
• Ability to work a full-time/flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays
• Working knowledge of AIB or HACCP practices or certification would be a plus
• Proven experience in quality and safety
• Results-oriented with strong organizational and decision-making skills
• Must successfully pass a background checks every third year on your anniversary date

Additional information

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to stand and/or walk for long periods of time, climb stairs, and lift to 25 lbs. frequently, and 50 lbs. on an occasional basis, work in extreme temperatures [33-38 degrees], and environment with exposure to loud machinery. Must be able to work around yeast and flour.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $80,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Professional development assistance
• Flexible schedule
• Vision insurance
• Parental leave
• 401(k) matching
• Employee assistance program
• Paid time off
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Referral program
• 401(k)
• Relocation assistance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

• West Columbia, SC 29172: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person