Production Manager

Schweid & Sons; College Park (GA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO & Holidays

Health benefits

401(k) + employer match

Job summary

Schweid & Sons in College Park, GA is seeking a Production Manager to lead plant production across shifts, ensuring safety, quality, and on‑time delivery. You will work closely with QA, scheduling, warehouse, and maintenance to optimize outputs and meet regulatory requirements.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree, 10+ years in manufacturing and 5+ years in leadership, with strong Excel skills and a commitment to our core values.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• At least 10 years of manufacturing experience (food preferred).
• At least 5 years in a leadership role.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety training and regulatory compliance.
• Track OEE and production output; drive continuous improvement.
• Allocate labor and manage budget; maintain product quality and customer expectations.
• Collaborate with QA, scheduling, warehouse and maintenance teams.
• Develop training and progression for team members.

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Excel

MS Office

Job description

About Schweid & Sons

Schweid & Sons is a family‑owned and operated premium ground beef company with a proud heritage spanning four generations. We supply top-quality beef to Retail, Foodservice, and National Account customers across the U.S. and are committed to quality, customer service, and innovation in protein manufacturing.

About Schweid & Sons

Schweid & Sons is a family‑owned and operated premium ground beef company with a proud heritage spanning four generations. We supply top-quality beef to Retail, Foodservice, and National Account customers across the U.S. and are committed to quality, customer service, and innovation in protein manufacturing.

Job Summary

The Production Manager is accountable for overall plant production performance across both shifts, driving operational efficiency and output results . They are responsible for the safety and security of the team members, the quality of the product, the performance of the production lines, and the morale of the team members. They will partner with the quality team to understand the customer expectations of the product and the package and ensure we are meeting all regulatory and certification requirements. They will coordinate with the scheduling department and the warehouse team to ensure the finished product is delivered on time to our customers and the raw and finished inventory is accurate. They will collaborate with the maintenance team to ensure the equipment is operating at top performance and in a safe manner. They will develop and execute training and progressive development activities for the new and existing team members. This role is part of the Plant Leadership Team and reports to the Director of Operations.

Essential Job Functions

• Ensure safety training is completed on time and all safety elements are followed by the team members.
• Follow all quality and food safety regulations and certifications including USDA, SQF, and HACCP.
• Track OEE and output on each line and utilize continuous improvements tools to improve those results.
• Conduct root cause analysis for downtime or quality issues.
• Ensure labor is assigned to the correct lines and is managed appropriately to meet the budget.
• Understand the results of the engagement survey and ensure all team members are treated consistently and fairly with the upmost respect.
• Demonstrate and exhibit Schweid & Sons Core Values of Trust, Respect, Innovation, Pride and Passion.
• Able to work in a cold environment with raw meat.
• May be assigned additional responsibilities as necessary.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree preferred. At least 10 years of experience in manufacturing (food preferred) and at least 5 years of experience in a leadership role.
• Strong PC skills including Excel and Microsoft Office products.
• Ability to multi-task, work independently, and meet necessary deadlines.
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and customer service skills.

What We Offer

• Time Off: PTO, Safe & Sick Time, and Paid Holidays.
• Health Benefits: Medical, vision, dental, HRA and voluntary disability benefits.
• Financial Benefits: 401(k) + employer match and life insurance.
• Location: This is an on-site role located in College Park, GA.
• Environment: Our facility is refrigerated. In this role you will be exposed to < 40 degrees for multiple hours of the day.

Our Culture

At Schweid & Sons, our culture is built on our core values: Trust, Respect, Innovation, Passion, and Pride. We believe in creating an environment where people can collaborate, contribute ideas, and grow their careers while delivering the very best burger experience to our customers. Joining our team means becoming part of a company that values its people as much as its product.

Equal Opportunity & Accommodations

At Schweid & Sons we believe that to build the best team, we must hire using an objective lens. We are committed to fair hiring practices where we hire people for their potential and advocate for diversity, equity, and inclusion. As such, we do not discriminate or make decisions based on your race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, military service eligibility, veteran status, marital status, disability, or any other protected class. If you need a reasonable accommodation, please let your recruiter know how we can make your interview process work best for you.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the Team member(s) assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of individuals in this position. Position Expectations may be subject to change as the needs of the organization changes.