Manufacturing Manager Frederick, MD

Production Planning and Scheduling:

• Assist in developing and implementing daily, weekly, and monthly production plans in collaboration with the Operations Coordinator.
• Ensure production goals are met in terms of quantity, quality, and delivery timelines.
• Coordinate with other departments (e.g., supply chain, logistics, warehouse, and quality) to ensure materials, ingredients, and equipment are available for production.

Team Leadership and Staff Management:

• Lead, supervise, and motivate production staff to achieve production targets.
• Provide training, guidance, and performance feedback to production employees.
• Manage shift schedules, monitor attendance, and resolve any personnel-related issues.
• Foster a positive and safe work environment that encourages collaboration, accountability, and high morale.

Process Optimization:

• Continuously review and improve production processes to increase efficiency, reduce waste, and optimize resource utilization.
• Implement lean manufacturing principles and best practices to enhance workflow and minimize downtime.
• Troubleshoot production problems and implement corrective actions as needed.

Quality Control:

• Ensure that all products meet quality specifications and industry standards.
• Monitor production to ensure adherence to product recipes, measurements, and quality parameters.
• Coordinate with the quality assurance team to implement food safety programs and regular quality audits.
• Address and resolve customer complaints or quality issues in a timely manner.

Health and Safety Compliance:

• Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal health and safety regulations.
• Oversee the implementation of food safety practices, sanitation, and workplace safety protocols.
• Conduct regular safety training and maintain an up-to-date understanding of safety regulations.

Equipment and Operational Management:

• Oversee the proper operation of all production equipment, including mixers, conveyors, and packaging machinery.
• Work closely with the maintenance team to schedule preventive maintenance and minimize equipment downtime.
• Ensure equipment is cleaned and sanitized as per health and safety standards and the master sanitation schedule.

Budgeting and Cost Control:

• Monitor production costs, including labor, materials, and overhead, and work to meet budgetary constraints.
• Implement cost-saving initiatives without compromising product quality or safety.
• Report on production metrics, variances, and opportunities for improvement to senior management.

Reporting and Documentation:

• Maintain accurate production records, including yield data, sanitation logs, inventory usage, and employee performance.
• Generate regular reports on production efficiency, OEE, waste, downtime, safety, quality, and other key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory documentation requirements.