Production Manager

About the position

The Production Manager is responsible for monitoring and guiding all production activities related to the Sleepy Eye Plant. He/she shall advise, control, and support operations to guarantee compliance with the Production Schedule, Standard Operating Procedures, Good Manufacturing Practices, Regulatory Laws, and Corporate specifications, policies, and procedures. A general knowledge and understanding of Spray Drying production processes and excellent communication skills are essential to the successful fulfillment of the position requirements. This position is required to function as coach and counselor as well as a key decision maker. In addition to operations support, the production manager will act as the back-up to the Site Leader.

Responsibilities

• Personally follows and enforces all safety policies and procedures.
• Ensures the safety of personnel and property by making sure that unsafe acts or conditions are not permitted to prevail.
• Routinely inspects safety equipment, investigates any potential hazards and recommends corrective action.
• Monitor data on Safety, Quality, Cost, and Efficiency and develop continuous improvement plans.
• Develop and manage key metrics.
• Maximize the sales generated by the Processing Equipment through compliance to the production schedule.
• Coordinate scale-up activities for new products.
• Develop staffing plans and optimal production schedules to maximize efficiency and throughput.
• Monitor all production operations on a regular basis; take corrective action when deviations from specifications are apparent.
• Report problems and corrective actions to operations staff in a timely manner.
• Observe production processes for compliance with written SOPs.
• Coordinate and prioritize maintenance activities for repairs and equipment upgrades.
• Set goals/objectives with Operations Manager and other plant leadership.
• Comply with all policies and procedures of the Corporation.
• Be available to work during long days, weekends, and holidays when plant production is operational.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in a related field with one or more years of experience, or 5-10 years of experience in plant operations and 3-5 years of supervising the work of and coaching others.
• Proficiency with computer systems and software programs, especially Microsoft Office (Excel and Word).
• Possess strong organizational skills.
• Individual must be quality oriented and process oriented.
• The ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
• Must be able to communicate and handle conflict in a professional manner.
• The ability to give and welcome feedback and contribute to building a positive team spirit.