Production Manager

Jobot; Las Cruces (NM); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life Insurance

PTO & Holidays

Career growth

Cross-functional collaboration

Work-life balance

Stability

Job summary

Jobot in Las Cruces, NM is seeking a production operations leader to manage end-to-end manufacturing processes. You will oversee processing, filling, packaging, and labeling while building and guiding salaried and hourly teams to deliver safety, quality, and efficiency outcomes.

The role requires strong budgeting and financial data skills, knowledge of GMP/HACCP, and experience with SAP or ERP systems. Bilingual English/Spanish is preferred to lead diverse teams.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of leadership experience in manufacturing.
• Minimum 5 years of manufacturing experience (food manufacturing preferred).
• Experience with GMP, HACCP, and food safety compliance.
• Strong budget, financial data management, and production ops knowledge.
• Familiarity with SAP or similar ERP systems.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
• Ability to lead and motivate teams in fast-paced environments.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).
• Ability to manage competing priorities under pressure.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred; high school diploma required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee full production operations including processing, filling, packaging, and labeling.
• Lead, develop, and manage salaried and hourly production teams.
• Drive hiring, onboarding, training, and performance management.
• Execute production strategies aligned with business goals and budget targets.
• Monitor and improve KPIs including safety, quality, efficiency, waste, and cost.
• Ensure compliance with GMP, HACCP, and food safety standards.
• Partner with Quality, Maintenance, and Warehouse teams for seamless operations.
• Manage production scheduling to meet inventory and demand requirements.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial performance tracking.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
• Lead capital project support and operational enhancements.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory, safety, and internal control standards.
• Maintain SOPs and ensure adherence across production areas.

Skills

Leadership experience

Manufacturing operations

Budgeting

Financial data management

GMP/HACCP compliance

Lean CI

Communication skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Team development

Prioritization under pressure

Education

High school diploma required

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

SAP

ERP systems

Job description

Salary: $95,000 - $120,000 per year

A bit about us

Founded decades ago and based in Las Cruces, NM, with operations across multiple global regions, we are a leading provider of food and beverage ingredients, delivering innovative, high-quality, and sustainable solutions to manufacturers worldwide. We operate close to the source—partnering directly with growers—to ensure transparency, traceability, and consistency across our supply chain. Our team is driven by innovation, operational excellence, and a commitment to delivering natural, nutritious products that meet evolving consumer demands.

Why join us

• 401(k) with Generous Match
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
• Generous PTO & Paid Holidays
• Career Growth: High-visibility leadership role with advancement opportunities
• Collaborative Work Environment: Cross-functional leadership exposure across operations
• Work-Life Balance: Fast-paced but team-oriented environment
• Stability: Established global organization with strong market presence

Key Responsibilities and Duties

• Oversee full production operations including processing, filling, packaging, and labeling
• Lead, develop, and manage salaried and hourly production teams
• Drive hiring, onboarding, training, and performance management
• Execute production strategies aligned with business goals and budget targets
• Monitor and improve KPIs including safety, quality, efficiency, waste, and cost
• Ensure compliance with GMP, HACCP, and food safety standards
• Partner with Quality, Maintenance, and Warehouse teams for seamless operations
• Manage production scheduling to meet inventory and demand requirements
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial performance tracking
• Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives
• Lead capital project support and operational enhancements
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory, safety, and internal control standards
• Maintain SOPs and ensure adherence across production areas

Qualifications – Needed

• High school diploma required; Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Minimum 5 years of leadership experience in manufacturing
• Minimum 5 years of manufacturing experience (food manufacturing preferred)
• Strong background in production operations, budgeting, and financial data management
• Experience with GMP, HACCP, and food safety compliance
• Proven ability to lead, develop, and motivate teams in fast-paced environments
• Experience with continuous improvement methodologies (Lean, CI)
• Familiarity with SAP or similar ERP systems
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written)
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred
• Ability to manage competing priorities under pressure

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

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