Production Manager

Winland Foods, Inc.; Grand Forks (ND); On-site; USD 93,000 - 138,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k) with match

HSA

EAP

Life insurance

Disability

Job summary

Winland Foods in Grand Forks, ND is seeking a Production Manager to lead 24/7 manufacturing operations. You will drive safety, quality, cost control, and engagement while optimizing yields and equipment performance.

You will manage both hourly and exempt staff, implement continuous improvement, and ensure compliance with FDA/USDA and regulatory standards in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of manufacturing experience with at least 3 years in a management role or equivalent education/experience.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Food manufacturing experience strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of FDA/USDA, OSHA and EPA regulations.
• Strong computer skills including SAP and Microsoft Office.
• Continuous improvement and lean manufacturing mindset; ability to lead multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Establish leadership and set strategic direction for the manufacturing team.
• Manage a team of hourly and exempt employees.
• Interpret and enforce safety policies and safe work practices.
• Regular performance reviews and development to build a high-performance organization.
• Use data to improve productivity, uptime, OEE, and product cost.
• Set priorities and allocate resources to meet cost, quality, and safety goals.
• Ensure product quality aligns with customer needs and standards.
• Schedule and assign work based on priority and available skills.

Skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Communication skills

Problem solving

Time management

Analytical thinking

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Production manager provides overall leadership for manufacturing departments in the areas of safety, productivity, quality, cost, equipment, and engagement. Through subordinates, monitors, and evaluates the production process and recommends methods to optimize product yields, equipment operation and process control while reducing waste. Engages all employees in continuous improvement and fosters a positive work environment while developing a culture of ownership and accountability.

Employee Type

Full time

Location

ND Grand Forks

Job Type

Supply Chain Management

Job Posting Title

Production Manager

Job Description

Schedule

Day shift for 24/7 manufacturing operations

Work Location

1801 N 36th Street, Grand Forks, ND 58203

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with match, STD/LTD/AD&D/Life, HSA, FSA, EAP, Hospital indemnity, Accident Insurance, Identity and Fraud Protection Plan, Legal, and Critical Illness.

Salary, based on experience and other qualifications

$93k to $138k with additional bonus potential

Role and responsibilities

• Establish leadership and set the strategic direction for the manufacturing team. Ensures necessary plans are in place to deliver the required business results while developing a culture of ownership and accountability.
• Manages team of both hourly and exempt employees.
• Interpret safety policies/practices to employees including enforcing safe work practices.
• Manage a staff of direct reports through regular performance reviews and developmental activities to ensure movement toward a high performance / high engagement organization, while assuring effective departmental performance.
• Utilize available data (line speed target, set-up guidelines, and efficiency and process data) to continuously improve productivity, uptime and reliability. Utilize the above information as a tool to improve Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) and product cost.
• Set clear priorities and align resources to deliver against business and regulatory requirements in the areas of cost, financial controls, and quality, safety and business initiatives.
• Manage product quality by understanding and communicating customer needs to employees and ensuring expectations are consistently met and according to standard work.
• Determine schedules, sequences and assignments for work activities based on work priority, quantity of equipment and skill of personnel.
• Diagnose equipment, ingredients and packaging issues. Coordinate with Engineering, Maintenance or others as appropriate to solve production-related problems.
• Ensure each manufacturing area is maintained in accordance with SQF standards.
• Ensure security of employees, facilities and information systems by following and enforcing established security procedures.
• Ensure clear and concise communication to all levels in the organization.
• Ensure regular safety inspections are conducted in all manufacturing areas.
• Must be able to drive improvements in manufacturing processes. Must be able to put new systems and procedures in place while instilling accountability and ownership in a rapidly changing environment.
• Supports Continuous Improvement projects through the practice of Root Cause Analysis, other management operating systems, etc.
• In the absence of the Plant Manager, the Production Manager may assume the responsibilities of that role. Noting, this position can involve weekend and on-call duties.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of manufacturing experience, with a minimum of three years of experience in a management capacity OR equivalent combination of education and experience, Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Food manufacturing experience is strongly preferred.
• Effective listener and team player.
• Strong knowledge of food manufacturing, FDA/USDA, OSHA and EPA regulations desired.
• Able to work effectively with others, have good interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Highly organized, critical thinker, who can multi-task.
• Able to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong computer skills including experience with SAP and Microsoft Office.
• Continuous improvement and lean manufacturing mindset with the ability to lead and support multiple projects strongly preferred.

Physical Activity/Working Conditions

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, reach, stretch, stoop, bend, and use hands and fingers. Also, the employee may be required to lift up to 55lbs. This position requires the employee to be able to read, write, and communicate orally in English.

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Travel Requirements

Minimal

EEO Statement

Winland Foods seeks to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool, and as a global company we believe our success is enhanced by fostering equity and inclusion in the workplace. Therefore, Winland Foods is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military or veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.