Production Manager - 2nd shift

Qual Pac 1400; Grand Prairie (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Qual Pac is seeking a Production Manager for the 2nd shift at the Grand Prairie, Texas facility servicing a major national brand. You will lead all evening production operations, ensuring safety, quality and on-time production, while guiding supervisors and frontline staff to execute schedules.

The role requires 5+ years of manufacturing leadership, strong GMP/food safety knowledge, and experience with WMS and manufacturing systems.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of manufacturing leadership experience in food/packaging/CPG preferred.
• Experience leading production teams in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of GMP, food safety, and quality systems.
• Proven ability to improve production performance and labor efficiency.
• Experience with WMS and manufacturing systems.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
• Ability to work 2nd shift in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead all 2nd shift production operations to meet safety, quality, and productivity goals.
• Supervise production supervisors and hourly staff to execute schedules.
• Monitor performance, downtime, and throughput; drive efficiency improvements.
• Coordinate with Warehouse, Supply Chain, Maintenance, and Quality teams.
• Enforce GMP, food safety, and quality programs; adhere to customer specs.
• Promote safety and quality as top priorities.
• Coach and develop supervisors and hourly workers; foster accountability.
• Coordinate staffing with agencies to manage temporary labor.
• Drive root-cause analysis and corrective actions; identify waste reduction opportunities.
• Support lean initiatives and process improvements.
• Monitor labor usage and production metrics; ensure accurate reporting.
• Ensure effective shift handoffs and implementation of best practices.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Bilingual English/Spanish

Tools

WMS

Manufacturing systems

Job description

Production Manager – 2nd Shift

Salary: $65,000–$70,000/year (Based on Experience)

Location: Grand Prairie, TX
Company: Qual Pac (A Pro Pac Company)
Client Site: Frito-Lay Dedicated Facility

About Us

Quality Packaging (Qual Pac) has been in business for over 50 years, built on a culture that values integrity, accountability, and people. We believe our employees are our greatest asset, we stand by our word, and we prioritize our customers above all else.

Position Overview

The 2nd Shift Production Manager is responsible for leading all production operations during the evening shift, ensuring excellence in Safety, Quality, and Production. This role provides leadership to production supervisors and frontline employees while driving operational performance, labor efficiency, and continuous improvement in a fast-paced, customer-dedicated manufacturing environment.

Reporting to the Plant Manager, the Production Manager oversees daily production activities, ensures compliance with customer and regulatory requirements, and builds a culture of accountability, teamwork, and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

Operations Leadership

• Lead all 2nd shift production operations to achieve safety, quality, and productivity goals
• Supervise production supervisors and frontline employees to ensure efficient execution of production schedules
• Monitor production performance, downtime, and throughput while driving improvements in operational efficiency
• Coordinate with Warehouse, Supply Chain, Maintenance, and Quality teams to ensure uninterrupted production

Safety & Quality

• Enforce all safety, food safety, and quality programs, including GMP, AIB, and customer requirements
• Ensure compliance with company policies, regulatory standards, and customer specifications
• Promote a culture where safety and quality remain the highest priorities

Team Leadership & Development

• Lead, coach, and develop production supervisors and hourly team members
• Foster accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement throughout the shift
• Support employee training, performance management, and workforce development
• Partner with staffing agencies to effectively manage temporary labor and staffing levels

Continuous Improvement

• Drive root cause analysis and corrective actions for production, quality, and safety issues
• Identify opportunities to improve productivity, reduce waste, and increase line efficiency
• Support Lean manufacturing initiatives and process improvement efforts

Operational Management

• Monitor labor utilization and production metrics to achieve operational targets
• Maintain accurate production reporting and system data, including WMS and production tracking systems
• Ensure effective communication and shift handoff between production teams
• Support implementation of company initiatives and operational best practices

Qualifications

• 5+ years of manufacturing leadership experience (food, packaging, or consumer packaged goods preferred)
• Experience leading production teams in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Strong knowledge of GMP, food safety, and quality systems
• Proven ability to improve production performance and labor efficiency
• Experience with WMS and manufacturing systems
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem‑solving skills
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred
• Ability to work 2nd shift in a manufacturing environment

Working Conditions

• Non-climate-controlled manufacturing environment
• Requires standing and walking for extended periods
• Occasional lifting and movement throughout the production floor
• Ability to work flexible hours as needed to support production demands

  Why Join Qual Pac / Pro Pac

  • Established, stable company with over 50 years of success
  • Opportunity to lead operations supporting a major national brand
  • Fast-paced environment with opportunities to make an immediate impact
  • Collaborative, team-oriented culture focused on operational excellence
  • Career growth opportunities within a growing organization