Production Manager: Lean Ops Leader & GMP Champion

wispakcareers

Hattiesburg (MS)

On-site

USD 70,000 - 110,000

Full time

3 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Generous Paid Time Off
Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision
Flexible Spending Accounts
Critical Illness & Accident Coverage
Life Insurance
Short & Long-Term Disability
401(K) with Profit Sharing
Parental Leave
Tuition Reimbursement
Paid Holidays

Job summary

Wis-Pak is seeking a Production Manager in Mississippi to serve as the systems architect behind daily operations, leadership development, and strategic problem solving. You will design and execute frameworks that drive results, empower teams, and eliminate inefficiencies while ensuring food safety standards are met.

Acting as second-in-command to the Facility Manager, you will build daily management systems and lead continuous improvement in sanitation, traceability, and cross-functional

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations, Food Science, or related field preferred.
  • Proven leadership in manufacturing or production environments.
  • Mastery of structured problem-solving methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma, etc.).
  • Strong planning, organizational, and analytical skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and production management tools.
  • Excellent communication skills—clear, direct, and data-driven.
  • Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis.
  • Applicants must be able to read, write, speak, and comprehend English at a level necessary to perform the essential duties of the position.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and optimize staffing across hourly and salaried production roles to meet dynamic demand.
  • Act as second-in-command to the Facility Manager, stepping in seamlessly when needed.
  • Build and refine daily management systems that drive accountability and performance.
  • Apply structured problem-solving and root-cause analyses to eliminate recurring issues.
  • Develop and mentor frontline leaders through targeted coaching and training programs.
  • Resolve production planning challenges with precision and foresight.
  • Champion GMP across all production activities; ensure FDA/SQF/HACCP compliance.
  • Lead internal audits and support external inspections with confidence.
  • Drive continuous improvement in sanitation, allergen control, and traceability systems.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with procurement, quality, and maintenance teams.
  • Maintain a culture of safety, cleanliness, and operational discipline.

Skills

Leadership
Problem solving
Communication
Planning & Organization
Analytical thinking
Team management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Operations/Food Science

Tools

Microsoft Office
Production management tools

Job description

Wis-Pak is seeking a Production Manager in Mississippi to serve as the systems architect behind daily operations, leadership development, and strategic problem solving. You will design and execute frameworks that drive results, empower teams, and eliminate inefficiencies while ensuring food safety standards are met.

Acting as second-in-command to the Facility Manager, you will build daily management systems and lead continuous improvement in sanitation, traceability, and cross-functional

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