PM Production Manager, FL

Overview

Pero Family Farms is a market share leader with over a century of dedication, commitment and integrity. Operating since 1908, Pero is a fully integrated farming operation with departments that specialize in organic farming, logistics, global supply chain management, national sales operations, food processing operations, and strategic marketing functions. Our operation includes over 35,000 acres spanning the East Coast of the United States from Florida to New York, with distribution and production facilities in several states.

We strive to maintain a strong family heritage and tradition dedicated to quality, innovation, and excellent customer service. We are expanding our offering to include organic vegetable options and are looking to grow our workforce family. Join us in continuing and strengthening our position as a market share leader trusted by retailers and consumers alike.

Title: PM Production Manager

Reports to: Plant Manager

Location: Delray Beach, FL

Type: Full-Time | Onsite | Exempt

Job Purpose:

Responsible for the overall success of the team and department with the day-to-day emphasis on production scheduling, order fulfillment, personnel training, succession planning, job descriptions, system inputs and accuracy, lot number and load list priority management, shrink management, yield optimization, OSHA safety compliance. Exhibits strong communication leadership working with other packing facilities between supply, logistics, and sales.

• Enforce all company policies and procedures.
• Prepare all paperwork required in a neat, legible and timely manner.
• Maintain an efficient and productive line of cooperation and communication with other departments and support groups.
• Organize and update operating procedures on an ongoing basis.
• Maintain a high level of morale in all areas of production by responding to employee needs, recognizing achievement and providing ongoing training programs.
• Meet and maintain all related company objectives and efficiency standards for:
  Pounds, cases per man hour;
  Yield;
  Safety;
  Sanitation;
  Quality;
  Product specification;
  Overtime.
• Train an assistant to assume all related duties on days off, illness, vacation, or out of plant workdays.
• Hiring new employees;
  Disciplinary procedures;
  Performance reviews and pay increases.
• Ensure that products are produced efficiently while maintaining the standards of quality set by the company.
• Manage labor, productivity, yield, and downtime during peak production hours with minimal margin for error.
• Use production systems, ERP platforms, inventory tracking tools, and reporting software to monitor KPIs, yields, labor, and compliance.
• Work governed by USDA, FDA, FSMA, HACCP, and customer audit requirements, with regular inspections and audits.
• Respond quickly to equipment issues, quality deviations, staffing shortages, and production interruptions.
• Time is split between office work (planning, reporting, meetings) and hands-on presence on the production floor to oversee operations and staff.

• Work is performed in a fresh-cut produce processing facility, including production floors, wash lines, cutting rooms, packaging areas, and cold storage.
• Typically works afternoon, evening, or overnight shifts to support second shift (PM) production schedules. Extended hours, weekends, and holidays may be required based on production demands.
• Regular exposure to refrigerated environments (34°F–45°F), moisture, and humidity to maintain food safety and product quality.
• Follow strict food safety, sanitation, and GMP standards, including wearing hair nets, beard covers, gloves, smocks, safety footwear, and other PPE.
• Works in a high-output production setting with tight schedules, perishability constraints, and real-time decision-making.
• Moderate to high noise levels due to processing equipment, conveyors, washers, and packaging machinery.
• Frequent interaction with QA, maintenance, sanitation, warehouse, logistics, and line supervisors to ensure smooth PM operations.

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods on production floors, including wet or refrigerated environments.
• Ability to frequently…