Manufacturing Operations Manager - 2nd shift

Schwan's Company; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 93,000 - 154,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Time off programs

Retirement plan

Job summary

CJ Schwan’s in Sioux Falls, SD, is seeking a Manufacturing Operations Manager to lead the 2nd shift across all departments, ensuring safe, efficient production and cost control. The role focuses on personnel development, adherence to policy, and daily problem-solving to maintain peak performance.

Qualified candidates typically have a Bachelor’s degree and 5–7 years of manufacturing leadership in food production, with MS Office and SAP familiarity.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of manufacturing leadership experience, ideally in food production.
• Strong ability to interpret safety and technical documents; effective problem solver and communicator.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office; SAP experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead all 2nd shift manufacturing operations, ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant production across all departments.
• Monitor processes and product quality, correcting deviations to meet specifications.
• Drive continuous improvement by reducing scrap, waste, and non-conformance while optimizing labor, equipment use, and cost.
• Review operational, quality, and personnel reports to identify trends and required corrective actions.
• Prepare performance reports, ensure on-time facility startup each shift, and develop, coach, and train team members.

Skills

Leadership experience

Problem solving

Team development

Communication

Safety documentation comprehension

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

SAP

Job description

At CJ Schwan’s, we don’t just make food — we help create moments that matter. From kids devouring pizza after soccer practice, to students laughing over dumplings in a cafeteria, to families enjoying pie during the holidays, our team members play an important role in bringing those everyday moments to life. Our portfolio includes iconic pizzas, global flavors and timeless desserts from brands like Red Baron®, bibigo®, Tony’s®, Big Daddy’s®, Freschetta®, Pagoda®, Edwards® and Mrs. Smith’s®. Enjoyed in homes, schools, restaurants and just about everywhere people shop and eat, our products reflect a commitment to quality, innovation and the power of food to bring people together.

Our brand-new, 360,000-square-foot Asian-style food manufacturing facility in Sioux Falls, SD, is taking shape — and we’re ramping up hiring for key roles. This is your chance to be part of something from the ground up. We’re building a strong, experienced team ready to bring this new site to life and shape its future together.

We are hiring a Manufacturing Operations Manager to lead efficient staffing, production, quality, and safety across our steamed dumpling and egg roll manufacturing operation. This role drives employee development, ensures consistent policy and cost control and solves daily operational issues to maintain highest performance.

What You Will Do

• Lead all 2nd shift manufacturing operations, ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant production across all departments.
• Monitor processes and product quality, quickly identifying and correcting deviations to meet specifications.
• Drive continuous improvement by reducing scrap, waste, and non‑conformance while optimizing labor, equipment use, and cost.
• Review operational, quality, and personnel reports to identify trends, opportunities, and required corrective actions.
• Prepare performance reports, ensure on‑time facility start‑up each shift, and develop, coach, and train team members.

What We Look For

• Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent experience.
• 5–7 years of manufacturing leadership, ideally in food production.
• Strong ability to interpret safety and technical documents; effective problem solver and communicator.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; SAP experience a plus.
• Proven ability to supervise, develop, and motivate teams while maintaining a positive work environment.

What We Offer

The base salary range for this position is $93,000 to $154,000 annually, with eligibility for a 15% annual incentive bonus based on organizational performance. The range reflects factors such as experience, skills, education, certifications, and location, and starting salary may fall anywhere within the stated range.

Beyond base salary, we offer a competitive Total Rewards package designed to support your overall well-being, including comprehensive health benefits, time off programs, retirement and financial offerings

CJ Schwan’s and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, disability, veteran status, national origin, or any other protected characteristic. We provide reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs. For accommodation requests or assistance with the application, please email [e-mail].