Production Manager

Blount Fine Foods; Fall River (MA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision benefits

401k with Company match

Paid time off including vacation, sick

Education Assistance Program

Life Insurance and Short Term Handicap

Discounts on Blount products

Discretionary Annual Bonus Program

Job summary

Blount Fine Foods seeks an experienced operations leader to oversee a manufacturing division, ensuring profitability, quality, and productivity. The role leads 2-6 supervisors, drives data-driven improvements, and coordinates with senior leadership on goals and initiatives.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent and 3-5 years of managerial experience in manufacturing, with strong Excel and Microsoft Office skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent is required.
• 3-5 years in a manager role in a manufacturing environment.
• Microsoft Office skills to include Excel.

Responsibilities

• Develop and analyze department performance data to meet goals.
• Understand and apply SPC practices for operation validation.
• Analyze current production processes and implement improvements.
• Serve as department ambassador and coordinate with VP Operations and Supervisors.
• Lead weekly meetings and conduct staff reviews and development opportunities.
• Enforce corporate safety policies and procedures.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Excel

Management experience

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Description

Bringing our love of food to families for five generations! Blount Fine Foods is a family-owned and operated manufacturer, marketer, and developer of premium fresh prepared foods. We are an engaging team, bringing restaurant-quality products to America including single-serve grab-n-go fresh soups, mac & cheese, and entrées in grocery stores across the country, as well as for hot bars and restaurants. Help us create the finest food experiences including those with specialty certifications that include organic, gluten-free, and low sodium, among others. Join a proven team for growth, success, and a satisfying career!

Description

Bringing our love of food to families for five generations! Blount Fine Foods is a family-owned and operated manufacturer, marketer, and developer of premium fresh prepared foods. We are an engaging team, bringing restaurant-quality products to America including single-serve grab-n-go fresh soups, mac & cheese, and entrées in grocery stores across the country, as well as for hot bars and restaurants. Help us create the finest food experiences including those with specialty certifications that include organic, gluten-free, and low sodium, among others. Join a proven team for growth, success, and a satisfying career!

THE HOURS FOR THIS POSITION ARE 1st SHIFT. START TIME IS 5AM.

The pay range for this position is $75,000-$80,000 per year.

Summary

Short Term: Overall Accountability for achieving established corporate division goals; including division profitability, product quality and accuracy, staff productivity, scheduling efficiencies and the oversight of equipment and system performance and downtime.
Long Term: Identify current and project future state of division. Identify growth opportunities; both financially and operationally. Where is the division going, where do we want it to go, and how will we get there?

Responsibilities

• Continuous development, analysis and utilization of established departmental performance data programs to achieve departmental goals. Including future needs and capabilities.
• Ability to understand, implement and analyze SPC (Statistical Process Control) practices, to add validation to all aspects of the operation.
• Continuous analysis of current production processes and procedures, proposals for improvements, implementation and follow-through of agreed upon changes.
• Department ambassador for all division related matters.
• Communicate effectively within the department by:
• Working closely with Vice President of Operations to continuously update and review departmental goals and objectives.
• Holding weekly meetings with Supervisors and key staff.
• Performing periodic reviews and development opportunities relating to Supervisors and key personnel. Assisting subordinates with reviews and disciplinary matters as needed.
• Adherence and enforcement of all Corporate Safety policies and procedures
• Other responsibilities w/ similar skill and work conditions as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities Oversight and accountability of 2-6 department Supervisors. Carries out managerial responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Departmental responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
Performs other related duties as assigned.

Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
• 3-5 years in a manager role in a manufacturing environment.
• Microsoft Office skills to include Excel.

We offer

• Medical, dental and vision benefits
• 401k with Company match
• Paid time off including vacation, sick time and holidays
• Education Assistance Program
• Life Insurance and Short Term Disability
• Discounts on Blount products at Company retail location
• Discretionary Annual Bonus Program.