Senior Production Leader - Multi-Shift Operations

Ajasianfoods; Michigan; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ajasianfoods is seeking a production leader to oversee multi-shift line operations, coach teams, and drive safety, quality, cost and efficiency improvements across the site. You will develop daily to monthly production plans, monitor KPIs, and ensure GMP/HACCP compliance while collaborating with maintenance, engineering and quality teams to sustain operational excellence.

Responsibilities include leading the line, deploying continuous improvement initiatives, managing budgets, tracking

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate the line team (1st and 2nd shift) to meet and exceed performance standards in Safety, Quality, Cost and Efficiency.
• Develop and execute daily, weekly, and monthly production plans, ensuring alignment with broader site and corporate goals.
• Conduct regular team meetings to align priorities, address challenges, and recognize achievements.
• Provide coaching and feedback to all team members to drive accountability and high performance.
• Oversee daily production activities, ensuring smooth line operation and quick resolution of any production issues.
• Identify opportunities for operational improvement and lead initiatives to increase efficiency and reduce waste.
• Ensure adherence to GMP, HACCP, and company safety policies.
• Monitor KPIs related to Safety, Quality, Cost and Efficiency and implement corrective actions.
• Drive adherence to operational standards and continuous improvement frameworks.
• Develop and manage the budget for the production line, ensuring cost control and optimal resource utilization.
• Track financial performance weekly and monthly; analyze variances and adjust plans as needed to meet financial targets.
• Identify cost reduction opportunities through improved operational efficiency and waste reduction.
• Build a high-performing team by recruiting, training, and developing the line Team Manager I and hourly team members.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Lead cross-functional training to ensure team versatility and flexibility in managing production demands.
• Ensure Team Manager I and hourly team proficiency in key tools and systems such as Loss Analysis, Centerlines, Small Work Teams, Autonomous Maintenance, Focused Improvement, Root Cause Analysis, STPD.

Job description

Ajasianfoods is seeking a production leader to oversee multi-shift line operations, coach teams, and drive safety, quality, cost and efficiency improvements across the site. You will develop daily to monthly production plans, monitor KPIs, and ensure GMP/HACCP compliance while collaborating with maintenance, engineering and quality teams to sustain operational excellence.

Responsibilities include leading the line, deploying continuous improvement initiatives, managing budgets, tracking