Production Manager - Lunds & Byerlys

Our Commitment to You: Lunds & Byerlys is committed to taking care of the employees who take care of our customers. We are committed to creating work environments centered around the values of hospitality, teamwork, and opportunity. Lunds & Byerlys is committed to providing equal opportunities to all interested and qualified candidates.

A little bit about us, we might be for you if you are looking for a...

• Strong culture based on values, family and team. These words are not just tossed around. They are at the core of who we are.
• "Great place to work" - we are a Star Tribune Top Workplace 2019-2024.
• Hometown team with a beloved brand and solid reputation.
  

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JOB SUMMARY

This position is responsible for daily production, packaging and distribution in assigned areas through accurate planning, scheduling, and employee management. Additional accountabilities include inventory control, quality assurance, food safety and sanitation.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

The following description of work to be performed by this individual is not intended to be all-inclusive. Rather, it focuses on the major tasks that must be accomplished. There are many necessary activities to satisfy any of the following performance guidelines.

• Provide assistance to all Lunds & Byerlys team members modeling company customer service standards at all times
• Manage all aspects of production including oversight and coordination of raw material procurement, production scheduling, maintenance and sanitation for assigned area
• Coach, mentor, and lead direct reports to accomplish goals of the location plan and personal goals for each staff member
• Hire, train and develop team members, including performance evaluations, skills matrixes, performance management and general supervision
• Maintain compliance with USDA, FDA, OSHA, AIB and all other regulatory agencies by establishing and maintaining effective standard operating procedures and good manufacturing practices
• Ensure compliance with HACCP plan which includes housekeeping and record keeping practices
• Review financial performance reports and analyze and interpret data to identify opportunities to obtain cost savings objectives through efficient planning of resources, including labor and pounds per labor hour
• Assist with the annual budget
• Ensure shrink is controlled and documented
• Assist R&D with product development
• Assist maintenance team with capital expense plan
• Ensure temporary staff stays at agreed upon hours
• Oversee monthly inventory

OTHER JOB DUTIES (Not considered essential to the job)

1. Perform all other related assignments (including special projects) as required in a professional and cooperative manner.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

1. Education
   1. Undergraduate degree in management, general business, logistics or equivalent experience
2. Licensing Required:
   1. Food safety certification
3. Experience
   1. Four or more years supervisory experience of 15 or more employees; preferably in a manufacturing setting
   2. Experience within food manufacturing
   3. Continuous flow systems
   4. Prior team leadership experience
4. Lunds & Byerlys Competencies expected of all employees include: action oriented, communicates effectively, customer focus and instills trust.
5. Other required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
   1. A service-oriented individual with a high energy, positive and friendly demeanor
   2. Ability to respond to continually changing priorities and coordinate multiple projects
   3. Familiarity with thirdpartyaudits
   4. Project management skills
   5. Sound judgment and decision-making abilities
   6. Computer skills (Outlook, Excel, Word)
   7. Strong customer service, interpersonal, communication and problem-solving skills
   8. Knowledge of USDA, FDA, HACCP, OSHA, SQF, AIB and all other regulatory agencies
   9. Strong organizational abilities
   10. Ability to provide motivation and leadership
   11. Ability to read, write, speak and comprehend English

OTHER REQUIREMENTS/EQUIPMENT USED, IF APPLICABLE

Equipment Used

• Office Equipment (this may include computer, phone, printer, scanner, copier and fax machine)
• Kitchen tools (this may include knife, blender, oven, steamer and slicer)

• Bakery tools (this may include cutters, proofer, ovens, depositors)

• Forklifts and pallet jacks
• Operate manufacturing machines