Production Manager

Saputo, Inc.; Franklin (VA); On-site; USD 89,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision insurance

401k plan and stock options

Paid time off and early recognition

VTO program and plant engagement

Job summary

Saputo Cheese USA Inc. in Franklin, WI, seeks a Production Manager to lead a 340,000 sq ft conversion facility and optimize the cheese network across North America.

You will direct operations, coordinate with Plant/Operations Managers, and oversee safety, quality, scheduling, and procurement while driving continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred with supervisory experience.
• Experience with Continuous Improvement methodologies.
• Budgeting and cost control proficiency.
• Familiarity with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
• OSHA GISO knowledge and workers' compensation handling.

Responsibilities

• Direct overall manufacturing facility activities to meet customer orders at lowest cost while maintaining safety and quality standards.
• Manage expenses including shrink, labor and overhead via Continuous Improvement techniques.
• Perform root cause analysis to improve downtime and efficiency.
• Develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures for all business aspects.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with other departments and support audits and regulatory requirements.
• Lead and manage employees, including selection, development, and performance management.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Continuous Improvement

Budgeting

GMP knowledge

OSHA GISO familiarity

SAP experience

Communication skills

change leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

At Saputo, we bring good to the table by making high-quality products, investing in our people, and supporting communities around the world . As a top 10 global dairy processor, we value contributions that matter and strive to foster an inclusive, growth-driven work environment. Ready to bring your best? The Production Manager in Franklin WI is a key operations stakeholder for a new 340,000 square foot conversion facility and will play an integral part of Saputo’s strategy to optimize its cheese network in North America. Saputo has a strong history in Wisconsin and are proud to be expanding our footprint in this area. In this role, you provide leadership and direction to the plant in areas of responsibility that include administration, production, processing, packaging, scheduling, sanitation, quality, purchasing, safety and environmental. Working with the Plant Manager and/or Operations Manager, the Production Manager is the liaison between the plant and other departments including Distribution, Quality, Maintenance and State and Federal Regulatory Personnel.

How You Will Make Contributions That Matter

Directs the overall activities of the manufacturing facility to ensure customer orders are received, scheduled, and produced at the lowest possible cost to meet the customer’s requirements while maintaining established safety and quality standards. Analyzes plant operations and key metrics to ensure that the facility maintains high quality and safety standards to continue to maintain our leadership position in the industry. Is responsible for expense management and control, including shrink, labor and overhead costs utilizing Continuous Improvement techniques and a Management Operating Structure (MOS). Analyze downtime through effective root cause analysis to continuously improve operational efficiencies and processes. Ensures that Standard Operating Procedures are developed and maintained for all aspects of the business. Cooperates in a cross‑functional manner as a change agent with all departments within the Company. Ensures products meet regulatory standards. Assists Technical Support staff on resolution of customer complaints and issues of product quality. Engages in the typical responsibilities of a manager requiring planning, training, evaluating, organizing, integrating, and delegating. Provides management of employees directly or through supervisors to ensure effective selection, retention, development, disciplinary action and performance management. Supports internal/external audits. All other responsibilities assign by supervisor.

You Are Best Suited For The Role If You Have The Following Experiences, Skills, and Qualifications

• a bachelor’s degree preferred with a minimum of (2)-years of supervisory experience.
• experience using Continuous Improvement methodologies.
• proficient understanding of budgeting and cost control.
• familiarity with Good Manufacturing Practices.
• working knowledge of OSHA GISO’s and Workers Compensation claim management.
• proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and computer-based applications, having SAP experience is a plus.
• demonstrate excellent verbal/written communication skills.
• can adapt to changing organizational and operational needs; ability to lead others through change.
• can handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• highly organized with ability to prioritize tasks and pay attention to the details.
• team player and leader with the ability to work across multiple functions and disciplines.

We Support and Care For Our Employees By Providing Them With…

• Comprehensive benefit programs that include medical, dental and vision insurance, EAP, 401k, employee stock options, paid time off.
• Employee recognition and incentive programs.
• Opportunities to contribute to your community via a VTO program and plant engagement activities.
• Work on a smoke free campus that promotes a healthy and wellness focused lifestyle.

Salary range: $89,000 - $112,00/annually

In the USA, Saputo ranks among the top three cheese producers and is one of the top producers of extended shelf-life and cultured dairy products, with a portfolio of well-loved brands such as Stella, Frigo Cheese, Montchevre, Stella, and Treasure Cave. We also boast a strong foodservice presence, partnering with reputable chain restaurants and broadline distributors. Whether your expertise lies in manufacturing, operations, supply chain, sales, quality assurance, or in any other function, your role is integral to our success. You will make contributions that matter, all while working alongside colleagues who genuinely care about your success and who will roll up their sleeves to help.

Accessibility

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EEO

Saputo Cheese USA Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you'd like more information on your EEO rights under law, please visit www.EEOC.gov.

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Making Good Food Is Our Passion, and we do it responsibly. Our caring teams process about 11 billion litres of milk annually into a diversified range of dairy and dairy alternative products sold in over 60 countries. With 54 manufacturing facilities and over 18,100 employees, we operate our leading business in Canada, the USA, Australia, and the United Kingdom. All dairy processors have access to the same raw material and equipment; what distinguishes us is our can‑do spirit and our diverse, inclusive work culture that empowers employees to grow in their own way.

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