Production Manager

We’re looking for an experienced Production Manager to join an established food & beverage manufacturing company in Central California. In this role, you will work closely with the production, maintenance and quality control teams to produce products both efficiently and safely. The Production Manager will provide direction and support, ensuring optimal performance across operations.

Location: 20mins outside Visalia, CA

• Lead, implement and enforce safety programs and safe work practices through involvement in plant safety teams, programs, and initiatives.
• Analyze manufacturing data and identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement like reducing waste, reducing labor cost, etc.
• Ensure adherence to GMP, GSP, FSSC practices, and QC policies and procedures, and proper maintenance of equipment.
• Assure production yields and efficiencies are met as defined by budgetary and corporate standards.
• Provide direction, leadership, development, and support to direct reports through empowerment, teamwork, on-the-job assignments, and continuous improvement projects and initiatives.
• Train and develop team members through mentoring/coaching. Partner with HR on employee and labor relations issues.
• Work collaboratively with team members and other departments, assisting in tasks, meetings, and audit preparation to accomplish organizational goals.
• Ensure all work is performed safely, maintaining a clean environment and following safety protocols to minimize hazards.
• Ensure compliance with workplace and government-mandated standards (FDA, USDA, OSHA, etc.)
• Maintain effectiveness during changes in work tasks or assignments, adapting to new structures and requirements.
• Manage time and resources effectively to ensure work is completed efficiently.
• Maintain consistent attendance and complete other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

• 5+ years in Food or Beverage manufacturing required
• 5+ years of experience leading, mentoring and/or delegating work to others in a manufacturing facility is required
• Ability to lead, coach, influence, motivate, develop and retain a large team of hourly associates
• Strong leadership, communication, and listening skills with a proven attendance record.
• Ability to work effectively with a wide array of plant personnel ranging from hourly employees to senior management
• Proficient computer knowledge with familiarity or ability to learn SAP or other manufacturing systems.