Production Manager (Food/Beverage Manufacturing) - Judge Group

Location: Kalamazoo, MI
Salary: $100,000.00 USD Annually - $110,000.00 USD Annually
Description: Our client in Michigan is currently seeking a Production Manager with experience in Food or Beverage Manufacturing. They are looking for someone who is a strong leader and has the capacity to grow within the company into more senior production roles. Full relocation assistance is being offered for candidates outside of a commutable distance. 

This job will have the following responsibilities:

• Drive and continuously enhance daily operations in a fast-paced growth environment.
• Oversee and coordinate all production runs.
• Ensure high accuracy levels in daily production activities.
• Review and redesign production processes, implementing changes and retraining personnel as needed.
• Lead and manage supervisors and employees across various production departments.
• Train and develop employees to perform multiple tasks within the production department.
• Manage staff scheduling and attendance based on production needs.
• Identify, interview, and train talent for the department, including coaching, training, scheduling, and disciplinary functions.
• Set clear expectations for supervisors and team leads.
• Collaborate with HR to maintain adequate staffing levels.
• Perform well under pressure.
• Ability to work in cold (non-weather) environments.
• Follow and enforce all safety and security procedures, including GMPs, SOPs, and quality standards.
• Implement procedures to efficiently complete production activities.
• Prioritize tasks to effectively utilize available time and achieve results.
• Maintain professionalism and effective communication.
• Demonstrate strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Associates or Bachelor’s degree preferred
• 3-5 years of Perishable food manufacturing experience, required
• 3 years of demonstrated leadership experience in food manufacturing facility
• 2 years analyzing data associated with processes, identifying opportunities, and providing recommendations for improvement
• 2 years of experience with Occupational Safety Regulations
• Strong Computer literacy and technical aptitude when dealing with food specific manufacturing equipment
• Ability to operate a forklift is also advantageous

Contact: apatt@judge.com