Home Market Foods · 2 hours ago
Production Manager - Work Center Lead
Norwood, MA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$103K/yr - $130K/yr
5+ years expHome Market Foods is a company focused on producing high-quality food products. The Production Manager will oversee the daily operations of the production team, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency in the manufacturing process while fostering a positive work environment.
AgricultureFood and Beverage
No H1B
Responsibilities
Manage the day-to-day operation including workflow, adherence to plan, management of work in process, job assignments rotations and delegation of duties to ensure safe and efficient operation
Ensure effective use of labor, tools, supplies, and equipment to maximize efficiency and capacity
Mentor and motivate team members, providing training and development to optimize their performance and personal growth
Minimize downtime, scrap and improve product yield
Ensure every pound produced is the highest quality possible
Accountable for team’s adherence to manufacturing protocols, product specifications, quality guidelines and food safety standards
Ensure all operational records and KPI’s are complete and accurate
Accept responsibility to quickly identify any areas that lack cohesiveness, bringing them to the attention of the team leader and working with the team in a supportive manner to resolve issues and actively look for ways, and reinforce actions needed, to achieve collaboration within the organization
Support positive employee engagement including valuing differences, fostering collaboration, listening to the ideas of every team member, and being a champion of company policies and procedures which support these goals. Treat everyone with respect and be a role model for professional behavior with all team members
Communicate performance standards to team members, recognizing and rewarding individual and team accomplishments and counseling/disciplining performance problems
Work cross-functionally with maintenance and engineering to optimize equipment performance
Write work orders for equipment/plant repairs
Communicate production issues with regard to equipment performance, product quality, food safety and personnel safety in a timely manner
Serve as a role model and initiate proactive actions to ensure team’s understanding of and compliance with all company policies and regulatory, SQF and customer requirements including USDA, OSHA, DEP etc
Monitor team member compliance with GMP, food safety standards, HACCP, CCPs and CQPs
Perform investigations and completes a preliminary written report within 12 hours of an incident. Submits this to report to the EHS department for follow up and final reporting (e.g. accidents, employee complaints, root cause analysis to product and process non-conformities etc.)
Foster a culture of excellence with a focus on continuous improvement
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
High School diploma with equivalent experience required
Five years' experience in Operations/ processing as a Lead with verifiable leadership experience required
Proficient in using computer systems and software, including Microsoft Office, to generate reports, analyze data, and communicate effectively
Experience in inventory management and be able to maintain accurate records of stock levels and coordinate with suppliers when necessary
Knowledge of food safety regulations and ensure that all work center activities comply with industry standards and guidelines (HACCP/USDA/GFSI/SQF)
Working knowledge of USDA and/or FDA regulations required
Proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
English required
Availability to work weekends and overtime as necessary
Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds
Must be able to work in a fast-paced work environment where a broad range of tasks may be required
Must be able to learn new tasks, remember processes, maintain focus, complete tasks independently, and tasks in situations that have a speed or productivity quota
Exposure to approx. 85 decibel sound while on plant floor (appropriate ear protection will be provided)
This position requires the ability to withstand working in a cold environment and stand for extended periods of time
Company provided Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) must be worn while on the production floor
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in food science, Microbiology, other science-related field
Bilingual in Spanish or Portuguese
Benefits
Enjoy top-tier Medical, Dental, Vision coverage.
Pamper your furry friends with Pet Insurance.
Stay fit with our Wellness Plan and Free Gym Access.
Boost your skills with Employee Tuition Reimbursement.
Unlock endless opportunities with College Scholarship for dependents.
Reap the Rewards of Our Bonus Program Available to Our Salary and Hourly Employees.
Receive a Generous 401k Company Match.
Take advantage of Competitive Paid Time Off.
Elevate Your Safety Net with Company-Sponsored Life Insurance Coverage.
Receive Relocation Assistance for a Smooth Transition.
Earn Rewards through our Employee Bonus Referral Program.
Elevate Your Workplace Experience with Community Impact Opportunities.
Celebrate Together with Employee Appreciation BBQs, Happy Hours, Birthdays, & More!
Company
Home Market Foods
Home Market Foods is a food production company that offers meal entrees, appetizers, and snacks.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$22M2010-02-02Private Equity· $22M
Leadership Team
Michelle Andersen
Chief Human Resources Officer
Mike Weiermiller
Chief Customer Officer
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