Production Manager, Ready-to-Eat Foods — Lead Ops

Compass Group USA; Lenexa (KS); On-site; USD 85,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Compass Group USA is seeking a Production Manager (Ready to Eat Foods) in Lenexa, KS. The role oversees daily production in a food manufacturing facility, drives on-time delivery of high-quality products, and ensures strict food safety compliance.

You will lead and develop staff, manage budgets, and partner with cross-functional leadership to push continuous improvement. The position requires a BS in related field or an associate with 4+ years of relevant experience, bilingual English/Spanish,

Qualifications

• Bilingual English/Spanish required to support a diverse workforce.

Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of fresh food production with ownership and accountability.
• Plan and coordinate daily production activities to ensure timely, efficient, and high-quality food preparation.
• Manage operational financials, including budgeting, forecasting, analysis, and reporting.
• Maintain compliance with meal requirements, standardized recipes, portion controls, and quality standards.
• Oversee food preparation, storage, labeling, sanitation, and adherence to all regulatory and food safety requirements.
• Monitor inventory levels, investigate discrepancies, and ensure accurate food safety and production records.
• Hire, train, coach, and develop production staff to meet operational and performance goals.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with associates, management, clients, and customers.
• Partner closely with department managers and the Director of Operations to align daily production priorities.
• Participate in management, safety, and quality meetings to support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure proper equipment operation and maintenance while enforcing company policies and procedures.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Excellent communication skills

Food safety awareness

Leadership and staff development

Microsoft Office proficiency

ServSafe certification

Education

Bachelor of Science in Food Service Technology or related field

Associate degree + 4+ years related experience

4+ years of hands-on foodservice/food manufacturing operational management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Email systems

Job description

Compass Group USA is seeking a Production Manager (Ready to Eat Foods) in Lenexa, KS. The role oversees daily production in a food manufacturing facility, drives on-time delivery of high-quality products, and ensures strict food safety compliance.

You will lead and develop staff, manage budgets, and partner with cross-functional leadership to push continuous improvement. The position requires a BS in related field or an associate with 4+ years of relevant experience, bilingual English/Spanish,