Cheese Production Manager

$104,000 - $128,000/Yr

Unclassified - Fort Morgan, CO

Full-time - Mid Level

Fort Morgan, CO

About the position

As the Cheese Production Manager at Leprino Foods, you will play a pivotal role in our Plant Production team located in Fort Morgan, CO. Your primary responsibility will be to lead the Cheese Production Department, ensuring the transformation of raw materials into top-quality finished cheese products. This position is crucial as we strive to elevate our organization to new levels of success in cheese manufacturing and quality. We take immense pride in our vision to be recognized as the "world's best" in the industry, which drives us to work harder, invest more, and continually innovate in our processes and products. In this role, you will oversee all aspects of cheese production, from managing the production schedule to ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. You will be responsible for leading a team of production staff, providing guidance and support to ensure that production goals are met efficiently and effectively. Your leadership will be essential in fostering a culture of continuous improvement, where team members are encouraged to contribute ideas and solutions that enhance our production processes. Additionally, you will collaborate closely with other departments, including quality assurance, maintenance, and supply chain, to ensure seamless operations and the highest quality of our cheese products. Your ability to analyze production data and implement strategic changes will be key to optimizing our production capabilities and achieving our business objectives. This position offers a competitive salary range of $104,000 to $128,000, along with an annual target bonus of 15%.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Cheese Production Department to ensure the transformation of raw materials into finished cheese products.
• Manage the production schedule and oversee daily operations to meet production goals.
• Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards throughout the production process.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement within the production team.
• Collaborate with quality assurance, maintenance, and supply chain departments to ensure seamless operations.
• Analyze production data to identify areas for improvement and implement strategic changes.

Requirements

• Proven experience in cheese production or a similar food manufacturing environment.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage and motivate a team.
• In-depth knowledge of food safety and quality assurance standards.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to analyze production data.
• Strong communication skills to collaborate with various departments.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with Lean Manufacturing principles.
• Familiarity with HACCP and GMP standards.
• Previous experience in a managerial role within food production.

Benefits

• Competitive salary range of $104,000 to $128,000.
• Annual target bonus of 15%.
• Comprehensive health insurance coverage.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company matching contributions.
• Paid time off and holidays.