Production Manager

Production Manager opportunity for a direct hire in the Hull, IA area. Seeking a proven production leader from the food production sector with tremendous communication and passion for excellence.

The right person will be responsible for maintaining a productive, cost-efficient and high quality production operation; providing daily coordination and oversight of area department activities

Exceptional organizational & communication skills as well as the ability to lead are key factors to this position.

Must have a Bachelor's Degree in Food Science, Business, Operations Management, or any other related field along with a minimum of 7 years of experience in manufacturing required with 3 years of experience in a food or dairy production plant required.!!

Apply now! Relocation assistance available for the right match.

education: Bachelors

responsibilities:

• Oversee the area department production operations of the facility.
• Works with Quality Assurance to manage production activities necessary for the effective implementation and maintenance of food safety and quality plans
• Responsible for area department budgets and cost reduction activities.
• Drive the delivery of operational excellence through excellent execution via the use of operational improvement tools such as Run to Target, Focused Improvement, and Direction Setting.
• Inspect products to verify conformance to specifications and direct/oversee setup and adjustments of machines to maintain the quality of the products produced.
• Ensure all production employees are trained and have a complete understanding of all Standard Operating Procedures and work methods related to Safety, Quality, and Production of the manufacturing processes in the facility.
• Manage and coordinate activities of workers engaged in manufacturing, ensuring all aspects of production are handled at the highest level of quality.
• Ensure all areas of the plant are following company standard GMP's in their daily production runs. -
• Share responsibility for all aspects of plant functions as it relates to production.
• Ensure that all routine functions and mandatory paperwork are performed accurately and completed at the required frequencies.
• Work with plant, corporate and client personnel to resolve day-to-day production tasks/needs as they arise.
• Drive training and coaching to ensure compliance with Safety standards and incident prevention.
• Work directly with research and development and/or technical manager on customer product initiatives, adjustments to process and raw material assessment.

Experience Required:

• Bachelor's Degree in Food Science, Business, Operations Management, or any other related field along with a minimum of 7 years of experience in manufacturing required with 3 years of experience in a food or dairy production plant required.
• Minimum two (2) years supervisory experience required.
• High level of leadership skills including strategic thinking, fostering teamwork, cultivating relationships, and demonstrable experience leading teams through change.
• Knowledge in business acumen, understanding of current and future policies, practices, trends, technology and information affecting the organization, familiarity with the competition, and comprehension of how strategies work in marketplace.
• Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with executives, managers, colleagues and individuals inside and outside the organization.
• Dedication to meet the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers; acts with customers in mind.

qualifications:

• Experience level:
• Minimum 5 years of experience
• Education: Bachelors (required)

• Manufacturing
• Operations
• Good Manufacturing Process
• Manufacturing
• Project Management
• Production Manufacturing
• Food Process
• Leadership

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com.

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, an incentive and recognition program, and 401K contribution (all benefits are based on eligibility).

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.