Production Manager - 1st Shift - Food Manufacturing Job Durham area,North Carolina USA,Manufacturing / Production

Reser’s is the leading provider of fresh refrigerated foods for the supermarket and food service industries. Family owned and operated, Reser’s has been a proud sponsor of good times at picnics, BBQs, and affordable family meals since 1950. Reser’s family of brands include Reser’s American Classics, Main Street Bistro, Don Pancho, and more. Reser’s operates facilities in the US, Mexico and actively supports the communities it serves.

Benefits

and Culture

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package designed to help employees live a healthier life, build rewarding careers and save for the future. Reser’s offers choices whenever possible, because we recognize the diverse and ever-changing needs of our employees. Full‑time employee benefits include medical, dental, vision, AD&D, life, 401(k) with discretionary match, wellness programs, paid time off, company‑paid holidays and a variety of voluntary benefit options.

We strive to be an Employer of Choice and create an environment that fosters employee growth and belonging.

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Production Manager

Location:

Production

Reports to:

Plant Manager

FLSA Status:
Exempt

Job Summary:

Directs, coordinates, and manages production activities.

Essential Position Functions

Provides leadership, coaching, and development for Supervisor team members

Plans and establishes work schedules, and assignments to meet production goals

Hires, trains, and evaluates production personnel

Prepares and maintains production reports and personnel records

Monitors production tracking and quality control systems

Reviews operations and confers with administrative staff to resolve procedural problems

Provides leadership to meet company safety guidelines and Good Manufacturing Practices

Regular attendance and punctuality is required due to working with people, items and equipment that are at the facility

Monitors production processes to ensure adherence to food safety standards and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs)

Verifies that sanitation and hygiene protocols are followed by all production personnel

Reports and escalates any food safety concerns or deviations promptly to Plant Manager and Quality Assurance

Supports food safety audits and assists in implementing corrective actions as needed

Trains and coaches team members on food safety procedures and regulatory compliance

Education and Experience

5-10 years manufacturing experience in the food industry is required
High School Diploma or equivalent is required; some college is preferred

Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities

Basic PC skills are required
Proficient in word processing and spreadsheets
English/Spanish bilingual a plus

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

Food manufacturing plant environment may be wet or dry with temperatures ranging from 25°F to 110°F
Lifting, kneeling, and bending with packages in excess of 50 lbs
Travel up to 10% of the time
Production demands may require overtime and/or evening or weekend scheduling

Exempt only:
This position is eligible for a bonus based on company goals/performance.

Equal Opportunity Employer

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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