Production Manager

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Erlanger (KY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Paid Holidays and Vacation

Positive work environment

Benefits on the first day ofemployment

401k matching contributions

Stock purchase discount

Company bonus

Job summary

Domino's in Kentucky seeks a Production Supervisor for pizza dough operations. You will supervise production and sanitation, train team members in food safety, and drive efficiency while maintaining quality standards.

The role requires leadership, strong communication, and the ability to work a full-time schedule including nights and weekends. You will coordinate with vendors, manage inventory, and ensure GMP and OSHA compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in distribution, manufacturing, and warehouse (or equivalent)
• 3-5 years in production, manufacturing, or retail
• Knowledge of bakery procedures and food safety basics
• Experience with AIB or HACCP practices is a plus
• Ability to lead and develop teams
• Strong organizational and decision-making skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Ability to work nights, weekends, holidays
• Willingness to travel by air
• Must pass background check every three years

Responsibilities

• Supervise production and sanitation area to meet goals
• Prepare daily production reports and manage schedules
• Ensure GMPs and PPE compliance
• Train team on dough production and safety
• Coordinate with vendors and inventory
• Maintain cost controls and budget for Director
• Lead safety and training; manage inspections
• Recruit and train new team members
• Attend leadership development sessions
• Troubleshoot dough issues and assist stores

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team management

Problem solving

Microsoft Office

Attention to detail

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in distribution/manufacturing/warehouse

Tools

AIB/HACCP knowledge

Job description

• Job Category Org: Supply Chain Leadership
• Location Name - Location Code: DC Kentucky-KY52

Company Description

MAKE GREAT PIZZA — AND MORE — POSSIBLE

Be a part of the world's #1 Pizza company!

Job Description

Starting Pay: Open

Schedule: Monday - Friday 8am - Finish

Supervise and coordinate the activities of production team members engaged in pizza dough production. Effectively maximize production yield and minimize production waste. Monitor and manage all aspects of production operations by established company/industry standards and procedures. Ensure team members are trained in food safety and other job duties to maintain consistency throughout the production and dough handling process. Must have a comfort level working in a diverse, fast-paced environment.

Schedule: Monday-Friday; 8am-5pm (hours may vary based business needs)

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

(40%)Manage Production and Sanitation Area

• Develop production/operational goals based on actual and projected customer needsand investigate any causeand possible solutions to any problems reflected in the metrics
• Complete daily production statistical reports including, pounds per labor hour, overtime, trays per hour, total trays, and total hours used, and manage weekly schedule
• Ensure GMPs (Good Manufacturing Practices) are being followed and team members are wearing PPE when handling the product
• Ensure team members are receiving proper training on dough production, proofing, temperature checks, checking dough ball weights, performing test bakes, and maintaining a dough library for every single day of production and using it as a reference for dough complaints
• Interface with vendors and be responsible for collecting, recording, and reporting operational data
• Maintain a safe and positive work environment in compliance with OSHA, company standards, and local, state, and federal requirements. As the equipment is added or modified, review it is ergonomically suitable for all TMs and proper L.O.T.O procedures are outlined and implemented
• Ensure standardization of dough formula and make changes when instructed by QC
• Order production supplies, flour, and sanitation materials
• Monitor and verify that Solo Chain and production ingredients are correct. Remove spoiled dough from Solo Chain and receive production raw ingredients into the system
• Assist with the troubleshooting of dough issues that occur in the marketplaceand periodically visit stores to check the quality of products
• Conduct required test bakes per period and enter them in the Portal
• Maintain cost controls and prepare a budget for the Director
• Continually inspect the production area to verify that everything is operating correctly. Submit work orders to maintenance for repairs and/or modifications needed on the equipment or safety related.
• Strategize and implement new ideas to improve manufacturing efficiency and, at the same time, watch out for the safety and well-being of the TMs
• Coordinate with other departments to achieve common goals and objectives
• Facilitate dough management classes for franchisees
• Coordinate with chemical vendors to ensure all correct chemicals are on-site
• Coordinate with oil and flour mill vendors to schedule loads to be delivered to the site

(60%) Manage Production & Sanitation Team Members

• Assign job tasks according to the production schedule
• Coach team members who are not meeting their performance goals, reward team members for good performance, complete performance appraisals on team members
• Ensure CCP (Critical Control Point) specific training is provided to the team members performing the metal detector checks
• Follow progressive discipline according to guidelines with TMs not meeting expectations
• Facilitate a five-minute team member meeting daily to keep the team members informed of safety precautions, performance, policies, etc.
• Recruit, interview, hire, and train all new team members in various pieces of training, including safetyand minimizing team member turnover.
• Ensure safety procedures are being observed and safety tests are completed promptly.
• As needed, fill in as a production team member and perform tasks necessary to meet production goals (time spent in these activities does not exceed 15% of work time)
• Responsible for dough safety and dough quality - maintain dough certification
• Attend Leadership & Development training sessions
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Manager and/or Director.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree emphasizing distribution, manufacturing, and warehouse; some college plus equivalent work experience may be accepted. Preferably in the food, warehouse, manufacturing, or retail industry – Bilingual a plus
• 3-5 years of production, manufacturing, or retail experience, strong knowledge of bakery procedures, or having basic knowledge of food safety programs would be beneficial.
• Working knowledge of AIB or HACCP practices or certification would be a plus
• Proven ability to develop and lead team members in meeting goals and objectives
• Results-oriented with strong organizational and decision-making skills
• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office programs
• Strong interpersonal, communication (verbal and written), and follow-through skills
• Ability to work a full-time/flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays
• Proven experience in quality and safety
• Willingness to support a 24-hour operationand be on call, including carrying an emergency cell phone as needed
• Must successfully pass a background check every third year on your anniversary date
• Availability to travel by air, as needed

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to stand and/or walk for long periods, climb stairs, and lift to 25 lbs. frequently and 50 lbs. occasionallyin extreme temperatures [33-38degrees]and environments exposed to loud machinery. You must be able to work around yeast and flour.

Additional Information

Domino's offers:

• Competitive wages
• Paid Holidays and Vacation
• Positive work environment
• Benefits on thefirst day of employment!
• 401k matching contributions
• 15% off the purchase price of stock
• Company bonus