Production Manager | 2nd Shift

Artisanmfgco; Lawrence (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Artisan Chef Manufacturing Co., located in Lawrence, Massachusetts, is seeking a dedicated Production Manager. This role involves overseeing food manufacturing processes, ensuring quality standards, and leading a team. Ideal candidates have strong leadership skills and experience in food production environments, contributing to our growth journey in a dynamic setting.

Benefits

401 K: Up to 5% match

Life/AD&D Insurance

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in a food processing or restaurant kitchen environment.
• Leadership experience in a high-volume setting.
• Spanish speaking is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily production activities, including scheduling and staffing.
• Ensure compliance with health and quality standards.
• Build, supervise, and motivate a team of production workers.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational Skills

Detail-oriented

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

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The Artisan Chef Manufacturing Company, located in historic Lawrence, Massachusetts, is a multifaceted manufacturer of scratch-made Pastries, Artisan Breads, Fresh Pastas, Gourmet Sauces, Authentic Neapolitan Style Pizza, Calzones, and restaurant-quality prepared meals. If you are passionate about working in a fast-track entrepreneurial environment with state-of-the-art equipment and a driven team, consider working with us!

Come join New England's fastest growing Artisan Manufacturing Company. Artisan Chef Manufacturing is searching for a dedicated Production Manager to add to our team. We are looking for passionate culinary leaders to join us on an incredible growth journey. Artisan Chef Manufacturing is looking for a talented, driven, and passionate individual to help us grow. Must be process-oriented and detail-focused.

BASIC FUNCTIONS|

As an integral member of the Operations Team, we are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Production Manager to oversee our food manufacturing processes. The Production Manager will be responsible for managing daily operations on the production floor while ensuring that production meets health, sanitation, and quality standards set by the company and regulatory authorities. This role requires strong leadership skills, the ability to motivate a team, and a keen understanding of production metrics to drive efficiency and continuous improvement.

BENEFITS |

401 K: Up to 5% match

Life/AD&D Insurance

MANAGEMENT SCOPE |

Management Responsibility

ADDITIONAL ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES |

• Manage day-to-day production activities, including scheduling, staffing, and ensuring smooth and efficient workflow.
• Ensure that all products meet quality standards and regulatory requirements through regular inspections and adherence to SOPs.
• Coordinate with the inventory team to maintain optimal stock levels and minimize waste. Ensure all waste is tracked and monitored for improvement.
• Implement and enforce safety protocols to maintain a safe work environment. Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and standards.
• Build, supervise, and motivate a team of production workers. Provide coaching, training, and development opportunities to enhance team performance.
• Ensure accuracy of daily production numbers for the production report before final submission to upper management.
• Engage in high-level planning and organizing for each week’s production; including raw ingredients and packaging materials.
• Identify opportunities for process optimization, cost reduction, and quality improvement. Implement strategies to maximize efficiency and productivity.
• Adhere strictly to all company policies, procedures, and initiatives.
• Prepare regular reports on production metrics, including output, downtime, and quality metrics. Present findings to senior management.
• Demonstrate, promote, and exemplify the Company’s Core Values in People, Quality, and Growth. Promote a positive work environment for all employees.
• Train employees and enforce GMPs and SOPs.
• Learn all operations of machinery and tools in the facility.
• Collaborate with all departments within the facility to achieve overall company goals.

SUCCESSFUL FACTORS|

• Leadership experience in a food processing operation with USDA footprint or high-volume restaurant kitchen.
• Comfortable working in an entrepreneurial setting with the founder and members of the Executive Leadership Team.
• Strong organizational, leadership, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Detail-oriented, organized, and capable of effectively leading while managing multiple demands. Able to foster a positive environment and possess solid interpersonal skills.
• Strong decision-making skills and a results-driven approach.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in a food processing or restaurant kitchen environment.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Spanish speaking is a plus but not required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here 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. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to handle or feel and to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Ability to work standing for 8-hour periods. Specific vision abilities required by this job.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Food Production

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