Production Manager

TULKOFF FOOD PRODUCTS OHIO LLC; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

TULKOFF FOOD PRODUCTS OHIO LLC in Cincinnati, OH seeks a Production Manager to organize, lead and optimize daily manufacturing operations on 1st shift. You will oversee production staff, ensure on-time delivery, and maintain high quality across packaging and labeling while controlling waste and costs.

The ideal candidate has proven food-processing experience, leadership skills and knowledge of HACCP/SQF. Strong MS Office abilities and communication are essential for cross-functional

Qualifications

• The candidate has proven food processing experience in a production management role.
• Experience operating various manufacturing machinery and tools is required.
• Advanced skills in MS Office and data handling are preferred.
• Strong organizational and leadership abilities are essential.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills are needed.
• Self-motivated with a results-driven approach to meet goals.
• Strong problem-solving capabilities and initiative to improve processes.

Responsibilities

• Meet production goals and operate within budget.
• Maintain and improve yield and production metrics.
• Ensure manufacturing practices and procedures are followed by staff.
• Ensure 100% accuracy of packaging and labeling.
• Comply with employment law and HR policies.
• Recruit, train, manage, monitor and discipline production staff.
• Collaborate with Quality Manager to meet regulatory and auditing standards.
• Control waste of packaging materials, ingredients and labor hours.
• Work with facility manager to develop process improvements and procure equipment.
• Follow safety guidelines and Good Manufacturing Practices.

Skills

Food processing experience

Leadership

Organizational abilities

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Self-motivated

Results-driven

Education

High School Diploma

Technical/Engineering degree advantageous

Tools

MS Office

Manufacturing machinery/tools

Job description

Job Details

Level: Management, Job Location: 0PZ68 TULKOFF FOOD PRODUCTS OHIO LLC - CINCINNATI , OH 45241, Position Type: Full Time, Job Shift: 1st Shift, Job Category: Management,

The primary role of the Production Manager is to ensure a smooth and efficient manufacturing process by organizing, managing and directing the activities of production employees.

Primary Responsibilities

• Meet production goals and demands and operate within budget.
• Maintain, manage and strive to improve yield and production metrics.
• Ensure all manufacturing practices and procedures are adhered to by production employees.
• Ensure 100% accuracy of packaging and labeling.
• Comply with employment law and human resources policies.
• Recruit, train, manage, monitor and apply disciplinary actions for the production team.
• Work closely with the Quality Manager to comply with regulatory and 3rd party auditing agencies.
• Control waste of packaging materials, ingredients and labor hours.
• Work with the facility manager to develop process improvements and recommend or procure new or replacement machinery.
• Follow safety guidelines, company standards and Good Manufacturing Practices.

Qualifications

• Proven food processing experience as Production Manager or similar role
• Experience in using various types of manufacturing machinery and tools
• Advanced skills in MS Office
• Organizational and leadership abilities
• Communication and interpersonal skills
• Self-motivated with a results-driven approach
• Problem-solving skills
• High School Diploma; degree in a technical, engineering or relevant field will be an advantage
• Knowledge of HACCP and SQF