Production & Operations Manager – Lean Manufacturing

Post Holdings, Inc.; Gaylord (MI); On-site; USD 102,000 - 159,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Foods, Inc. in Gaylord, MN, seeks a Processing Manager to provide strategic and hands-on leadership for all manufacturing operations.

You will oversee supervisory staff, ensure compliance with safety, quality and regulatory requirements, and drive cross-department coordination to achieve results. This role emphasizes safety, accountability and continuous improvement, with responsibilities including budgeting, capital project proposals, and collaboration with Customer Service to address

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5+ years of experience in production management and supervision within a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated experience leading teams and managing personnel in a production setting.
• Knowledge of GMP, safety, and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all manufacturing operations to meet production schedules.
• Ensure GMPs, sanitation, food safety, and quality standards.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives and manage budgets.
• Collaborate with Customer Service and regulatory inspectors.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Team Leadership

Communication

Analytical Thinking

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management

Bachelor's degree in Food Science

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Inventory control systems

Job description

Michael Foods, Inc. in Gaylord, MN, seeks a Processing Manager to provide strategic and hands-on leadership for all manufacturing operations.

You will oversee supervisory staff, ensure compliance with safety, quality and regulatory requirements, and drive cross-department coordination to achieve results. This role emphasizes safety, accountability and continuous improvement, with responsibilities including budgeting, capital project proposals, and collaboration with Customer Service to address