Production Manager

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Our vision is both simple and ambitious: to put our drinks on every table.  
We are the leading global independent beverage solutions provider. We serve a broad range of national and international retailers as well as Global, National and Emerging (GNE) brands. Our products are distributed worldwide from our production sites in Europe, North America, and Australia. Although our own branding may not appear on the labels of the beverages we produce, there is a good chance you are reading this while sipping one of our drinks.
Our ambition is to continually improve and it’s what keeps us at the top of our game. We are solutions-based. We are innovative.  We seek out new challenges and conquer them.  This is our company ethos, but it’s our people’s too:
Refresco is at the cutting edge of a fast-moving industry because we have passionate people pushing the boundaries of what’s best.
Stop and think: how would YOU put our drinks on every table?  
Position Description
The Production Manager is responsible for driving and managing the production process and associates at the facility while maintaining efficient production in desired quality and quantity. Develops and leads the Plant Production team in exceeding key performance indicators for safety, environment, quality, customer service and cost. Builds and develops a strong team of decision makers and our organization’s next leaders.

Essential Job Functions:

Adhere to and ensure compliance to all health and safety policies/procedures, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and PPE requirements.
Adhere to and ensure compliance to food quality and food safety as per the standard(s) provided by corporate, customer, and/or governing bodies (ex. SQF).
Leads and directs the work of other employees and has responsibility for personnel actions including hiring, performance management, and termination.
Provides training, direction and instruction and conducts performance evaluations.
Provides guidance and training on work standards and expected outcomes.
Accountable for planning and evaluating performance, staff training and development, recruitment and may contribute to pay recommendations.
Conduct daily meetings as required with direct reports to identify and resolve issues.
Collaborate closely with all departments to improve quality, drive efficiencies, increase yields, and eliminate out-of-specification or damaged products. Foster a positive team environment to promote cooperation and teamwork.
Possesses a practical understanding of SQF and HACCP and can address inquiries related to both.
Ability to read, comprehend, and adhere to a production manufacturing schedule, effectively communicate issues or deviations with the appropriate parties and respond to inquiries.
Ability to mobilize resources and lead efforts to reduce unscheduled downtime.
Follow all Quality Control and Production line standard operating procedures.
Perform minor machine maintenance as well as daily and weekly preventive maintenance.
Conduct required GEMBA walks through the plant.
Supports and encourages a culture of Refresco Values.
Develops strategies focused on energy and waste minimization.
Participates in the development of the annual department budget & strategic long-term planning
Develop and communicate business results as required.
Support Safety Committee with their goals to promote a strong safety-focused culture.
Perform as back up to the Operations Manager as required.

Required Skills:

Proven leadership experience in a high-speed beverage production environment preferred. Ability to independently and efficiently operate and troubleshoot required manufacturing equipment.
Ability to work quickly and accurately under deadline pressure.
Organized and detail oriented, adaptable to change.
Proficient in Excel, Word, SAP and Power Point.

Competencies:

Leadership - Foster a culture of empowerment by building relationships based on trust, lead courageously on a day-to-day basis, and inspire growth with a clear and ambitious vision that guides the collective effort toward success.
Quality - Understanding of quality standards and requirements for manufactured products, implementation…