Production Leader – Food & Grain Manufacturing

Socket.dev; Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-demand pay available through Tapach

Paid time off

Paid Holidays

401k & company match

Profit Sharing

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Red River Commodities in Fargo, ND is seeking a Production Manager to oversee our wild bird seed and backyard poultry feed facility, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality manufacturing processes. You will lead production teams, manage daily operations, support continuous improvement, and partner with cross-functional teams to achieve safety, quality, and performance goals.

This role requires 3+ years in production management, a strong background in food production, and a commitment to a

Qualifications

• 3+ years in a production management role, preferably in food or agricultural industry.
• Bachelor's degree preferred but not required.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving abilities; proficiency in production planning and process optimization.
• Ability to work in an industrial environment, including standing for long periods and lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Familiarity with OSHA regulations, HACCP, and industry best practices.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily production schedules and ensure efficiency and output.
• Supervise, train, and mentor production staff, fostering a positive workplace.
• Ensure products meet quality standards and address issues.
• Enforce safety policies, OSHA regulations, and company protocols.
• Identify and implement process improvements to reduce waste and boost efficiency.
• Coordinate with procurement and warehouse teams to maintain adequate raw materials.
• Work with maintenance teams to ensure machinery operates reliably.
• Maintain records of production KPIs and report to upper management.

Skills

Production planning

Team leadership

Continuous improvement

OSHA compliance

HACCP knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Operations/Engineering or related field

Job description

Red River Commodities in Fargo, ND is seeking a Production Manager to oversee our wild bird seed and backyard poultry feed facility, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality manufacturing processes. You will lead production teams, manage daily operations, support continuous improvement, and partner with cross-functional teams to achieve safety, quality, and performance goals.

This role requires 3+ years in production management, a strong background in food production, and a commitment to a