Step into a leadership role where every day brings something new—and delicious. As a Production Leader at Sandridge Crafted Foods, you’ll guide one or more of our processing rooms, ensuring quality stays high, safety comes first, and our teams work efficiently to create products we’re proud of. You’ll be the driving force behind exceptional food safety, smooth operations, and a positive, people-focused environment.
Responsibilities
What You’ll Do
- Lead the daily production operations for one or more processing rooms—keeping everything running safely, smoothly, and on schedule.
- Champion improvements in food safety, workplace safety, quality, labor efficiency, and yield—your impact will be seen and measured.
- Oversee our DSC process, keeping daily schedules on track and monitoring key performance indicators across Safety, Quality, Cost, and Service.
- Build and maintain a supportive, employee-friendly environment where your team feels valued and empowered.
- Jump in where needed during busy summer operations—flexibility is part of the fun.
- Create and manage daily production schedules for your assigned business unit.
- Identify opportunities for product and process improvements—and help bring those ideas to life.
- Teach, coach, and develop employees to build a strong, confident production team.
- Lead and supervise a team of 10–25 employees while fostering teamwork and accountability.
Qualifications
What You Bring
- 3–5 years of manufacturing experience with a proven track record of leadership.
- Experience or education in Lean Manufacturing is a plus.
- Familiarity with food processing and quality systems (HACCP, GMPs, etc.) is a plus.
- Excellent organizational skills and a knack for solving problems before they become challenges.
- Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills—you know how to motivate and connect with people.
- A solid understanding of production environments and what it takes to keep them running at their best.
Compensation
$70,000 - $95,000 yearly
What’s in It for You
- $1,000 sign-on bonus!
- Benefits: Health, dental, and vision coverage
- Future Planning: 401(k) with company match
- Recharge Time: Paid time off & holidays
- Perks: Employee discounts on Sandridge favorites
- Growth: Real opportunities to advance—we love promoting from within
Agency Disclaimer:
We are not accepting unsolicited resumes from search firms or staffing agencies. Any resumes submitted without a prior written agreement will be considered property of Sandridge Crafted Foods, and no fees will be paid in the event a candidate is hired as a result of the referral. This position is open to direct applicants only.