Plant Production Leader — Safety, Quality & Efficiency

Paradise Tomato Kitchen; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 104,000 - 152,000; Full time

Job summary

Paradise Tomato Kitchen in Louisville, KY is seeking a Production Manager to oversee daily plant operations across production, maintenance, and quality. You will develop processes to maximize safety, quality, and productivity while reducing cost.

You will lead a supervisory team and coordinate with the Master Production Scheduler to meet supply chain needs. Bachelor’s degree preferred or 5+ years’ supervisory experience; strong leadership and communication skills required for ongoing improvement

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred; in lieu of degree, 5+ years of relevant supervisory experience.
• Five years of progressive plant supervisory experience in a food manufacturing environment and/or equivalent practical production management experience.
• Ability to communicate effectively with others orally or in writing.
• Must inspire and motivate the manufacturing team through leadership and implementation of effective management tools.
• Must possess excellent team management and presentation skills.
• Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
• Ability to make critical decisions while following company procedures.
• Ability to organize and direct oneself and effectively supervise others.
• Ability to accurately audit and control all necessary paperwork.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all daily plant operations including production, maintenance, and quality to meet SSQE standards.
• Develop processes to maximize ownership, safety, quality, and productivity while reducing cost.
• Support Maintenance and Quality Control managers as a resource and leader.
• Provide leadership to drive continuous improvement and accountability on the plant floor.
• Direct scheduling with Master Production Scheduler to align with supply chain needs.
• Lead quality improvement efforts aligned with customer priorities and company policies.
• Report non-conforming material and disposition recommendations to Plant and Quality Managers.
• Train and mentor new employees as required.
• Perform performance reviews for staff and resolve operational issues.
• Ensure site compliance with safety, health, and environmental standards.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Communication

Decision making

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

5+ years experience in food manufacturing

Job description

Paradise Tomato Kitchen in Louisville, KY is seeking a Production Manager to oversee daily plant operations across production, maintenance, and quality. You will develop processes to maximize safety, quality, and productivity while reducing cost.

You will lead a supervisory team and coordinate with the Master Production Scheduler to meet supply chain needs. Bachelor’s degree preferred or 5+ years’ supervisory experience; strong leadership and communication skills required for ongoing improvement