Plant Production Leader: Efficiency, Safety & Quality

Dairy Farmers of America; Richmond (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Dairy Farmers of America is seeking an experienced Production Manager to lead daily operations in our Indiana facility. You will supervise production supervisors and staff, ensure orders are produced safely, on time, and at minimal cost, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities include developing SOPs, managing staffing and performance, and maintaining compliance with GMP, safety, quality standards across all shifts.

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably food/beverage.
• Supervisory or management experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent; undergraduate degree preferred.
• Certification and/or license may be required during course of employment.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operational activities of supervisors and production staff to meet orders while upholding safety and quality standards.
• Analyze operations and metrics to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
• Develop and maintain SOPs for all operational activities.
• Recruit, supervise, schedule, development, evaluation, and performance management of employees.
• Communicate policies and plant information to staff; resolve issues affecting operations.
• Ensure GMP compliance and adherence to safety, quality, and sanitation requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Supervision

Training

Personnel management

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Planning and organizing

English

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Undergraduate degree preferred

Certification and/or License may be required

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Dairy Farmers of America is seeking an experienced Production Manager to lead daily operations in our Indiana facility. You will supervise production supervisors and staff, ensure orders are produced safely, on time, and at minimal cost, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities include developing SOPs, managing staffing and performance, and maintaining compliance with GMP, safety, quality standards across all shifts.