Manager, Production Control

Hill Phoenix, Inc.; Town of Chester (NY); On-site; USD 112,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision

401k Retirement Plan

Flexible Spending

Paid Holidays

#LI-TM2 Pay Range: USD 112,000 - 130,0

Job summary

Dover Food Retail is seeking a Manager, Production Planning in the Richmond, VA area to oversee daily manufacturing scheduling, coordinate multiple lines, and lead a team of 17 hourly direct reports under the Sr. Director Supply Chain.

The ideal candidate will have strong ERP/MRP experience, production control expertise, and proven leadership in a shift-based environment to drive on-time delivery and cost improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, engineering or equivalent experience.
• 2-4 years’ experience in manufacturing.
• 3-5+ years of leadership experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing operations within shift-based environments.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, with advanced Excel skills highly preferred.
• Experience working with ERP/MRP systems for integrated planning and reporting.
• Excellent project management, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with minimal supervision.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Ability to respond to change with a positive attitude and willingness to learn.Effective communication and people skills

Responsibilities

• Review daily/weekly/monthly schedules for the plant.
• Scheduling & Coordination: Develop and implement production schedules, allocating work to multiple lines or teams.
• Team Leadership: Direct, supervise, and train production employees, managing timekeeping and absenteeism.
• Lead all production control and planning activities to support manufacturing operations and customer delivery requirements.
• Resource Management: Ensure sufficient materials, labor, and equipment are available for production runs.
• Monitoring & Problem-Solving: Track production status, identify delays, and adjust plans to maintain timely delivery.
• Quality & Efficiency: Maintain production standards, optimize workflows, and minimize costs.
• Work cross-functionally with Sales, Business Units, Supply Chain, Customer Service, and Operations to ensure cross-functional alignment and meet company objectives.
• Various projects assigned.

Skills

manufacturing experience

leadership in manufacturing

ERP/MRP systems

project management

communication skills

analytical skills

multi-tasking

continuous improvement

Excel proficiency

Power BI

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, engineering or equivalent experience

Six Sigma Certification

APICS certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

ERP/MRP systems

Power BI

Excel

Job description

Dover Food Retail (DFR) is a leading manufacturer of Display Cases, Specialty Products, Refrigeration Systems, Power Systems and Comprehensive Services; and leading our industry by Innovating What’s Next in glass doors and intelligent merchandising technologies that keep food safe under brands such as HillPhoenix and Anthony. DFR is part of the Refrigeration and Food Equipment segment of the Dover Corporation® (NYSE: DOV). Dover is a diversified global manufacturer with annual revenues in excess of $7 billion. DFR is built on creativity and customer-centric innovation delivered by people invigorated by a strong sense of responsibility to help our customers win in their marketplaces. The relationships we build with our customers are as important to our success as the products we manufacture. This collaborative environment delivers FRESH THINKING, reassuring our customers that they choose the best when they choose to work with the people of Dover Food Retail.

Job Title: Manager, Production Planning Location: Richmond, VA

What we are looking for: We are looking for a Manager, Production Planning, to manage the daily manufacturing work by overseeing staff to schedule, coordinate and execute the production plans by ensuring materials and processes align to meet targets, balance demand and deliver products efficiently and on time to customers. The Manager, Production Planning is key in ensuring that production runs efficiently and the company achieves its financial goals and customer goals. The ideal candidate is a strategic leader with strong expertise in production control, ERP/MRP systems, manufacturing planning, inventory management, and cross-functional coordination. This position plays a critical role in balancing customer demand, manufacturing capacity, inventory optimization, and operational performance. This role will have 17 hourly direct reports and will report to the Sr. Director Supply Chain.

What you will be responsible for in this role:

• Review daily/weekly/monthly schedules for the plant.
• Scheduling & Coordination: Develop and implement production schedules, allocating work to multiple lines or teams.
• Team Leadership: Direct, supervise, and train production employees, managing timekeeping and absenteeism.
• Lead all production control and planning activities to support manufacturing operations and customer delivery requirements.
• Resource Management: Ensure sufficient materials, labor, and equipment are available for production runs.
• Monitoring & Problem-Solving: Track production status, identify delays, and adjust plans to maintain timely delivery.
• Quality & Efficiency: Maintain production standards, optimize workflows, and minimize costs.
• Work cross-functionally with Sales, Business Units, Supply Chain, Customer Service, and Operations to ensure cross-functional alignment and meet company objectives.
• Various projects assigned.

What are the basic qualifications?

• Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering or equivalent experience
• 2-4 years’ experience in manufacturing
• 3-5+ years of leadership experience within a manufacturing environment
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing operations within shift-based environments.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, with advanced Excel skills highly preferred.
• Experience working with ERP/MRP systems for integrated planning and reporting.
• Excellent project management, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with minimal supervision.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Ability to respond to change with a positive attitude and willingness to learn.Effective communication and people skills

What are the preferred qualifications?

• Six Sigma Certification
• APICS certification
• Automotive or aerospace manufacturing experience

To be a great fit for the role:

• Experience in a manufacturing environment
• Understanding of data analysis.
• Demonstrated ability to make sound decisions in a fast-paced environment.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with the ability to influence at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to multi-task competing priorities and projects at the same time.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
• Strong computer skills—including Microsoft suite of products including Power BI.

How We Define Our Values and Why You Should Join Our Team:

The backbone behind our collection of outstanding businesses is a team of dedicated employees who protect and enhance our valued reputation for quality and delivering what we promise. It is our values that define Dover to all our key audiences: our shareholders, customers, prospective employees and especially to ourselves. These values must be expressed in our work and embody our actions, as they form the basis by which we do our jobs, make decisions, and measure our performance. It is our unwavering commitment to maintaining our values that defines who we are as a Company. Collaborative Entrepreneurial Spirit Winning Through Customers Respects and Values People Expectations for Results High Ethical Standards, Openness, and Trust

What’s in it for you?

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• 401k Retirement Plan
• Flexible Spending
• Paid Holidays
• #LI-TM2 Pay Range: USD 112,000 - 130,000 Annually

This position is eligible to earn a discretionary bonus based on performance metrics and other criteria outlined in our applicable bonus plan. This position is eligible to earn commissions based on performance metrics and other criteria outlined in our applicable commissions plan.

We consider several job-related, non-discriminatory factors when determining the pay rate for a position, including, but not limited to, the position’s responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, a candidate’s education/training, the position’s location, and the key skills needed for the position.

Pay is one of the Total Rewards that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their work.

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the Company.

Dover Food Retail is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.