Production Manager 3rd shift Job Elgin area,Illinois USA,Manufacturing / Production

Job Title:

Production Manager

Location:

Elgin, IL

Primary Purpose

A Production Manager oversees daily manufacturing operations from production to packaging, ensuring high-quality, safe, and efficient production. Key responsibilities include managing staff, optimizing yields, controlling costs (labor/materials), and enforcing sanitation.

Responsibilities

Direct day-to-day production operations in your assigned area including manufacturing, scheduling and processing, ensuring that customer orders are met efficiently
Lead the people and processes for your assigned functional area(s)
Optimize production efficiency, maximize product yield and reduce waste
Effectively utilize labor and other resources to maximize efficiency and productivity
Perform managerial functions including but not limited to: employee training, mentoring, scheduling, performance management, disciplinary action, performance reviews, responding to employee questions and concerns, work direction, ensuring safe work practices.
Analyze manufacturing data to review and respond to reports on yield, trim, labor costs, and operational trends
Responsible for employee attendance occurrences, policy violations, performance related conversations, etc.
Complete department paperwork and data entry
Foster a safe working environment, ensuring that safety is a top priority for you and your team and that safety rules and procedures are followed
Ensure all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), Standard Sanitation Operating Procedures (SSOPs) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) are being followed and adhered to
Ensure sanitation duties are being completed to satisfaction and paperwork is being completed in an accurate and timely manner
Orientate and train new employees into the work environment and job duties
Partner with Quality to implement new regulation and compliance measures
Perform work tasks on the floor as needed

Education, Qualities and Skills Required

2 years in a leadership role in manufacturing or factory setting; dairy experience is a plus
High School Diploma minimum. Bachelor's degree in Dairy Science, Food Science or related field is a plus
Strong communication and leadership skills
Good conflict management and problem-solving skills
Strong attention to detail and focus on accuracy
Ability to lead by example (demonstrate strong work ethic, positive attitude, etc.)
Effectively able to plan and prioritize work
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Supervisory Responsibility

Will manage the production employees in your assigned area, including leads, operators and general laborers.

Work Environment

Cold plant/warehouse environment with temps ranging from 30-45 degrees daily. Requires walking on wet, slippery floors and standing for long periods of time in cold temperatures.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time salaried position, and hours of work and days are Monday through Friday. Expectations of 50-60 hours per week, to be worked during third-shift business hours.

Physical Requirements

Standing:
Prolonged periods of standing in a production environment.

Visual Requirements:
Extended periods of visually supervising machines and employees in a hectic production environment; some periods of viewing a computer screen and reading printed or digital documents.

Mobility:
Frequent walking or standing, including moving between different areas of the production facility.

Manual Dexterity:
The ability to handle a variety of equipment, including production equipment, hand tools, and products.

Communication:
Clear verbal and written communication skills for interacting with colleagues, clients, and vendors.

Lifting:
Occasionally lifting and carrying light objects, typically up to 50 pounds, such as cases of product, individual products, tools, materials, files, and documents.

Reaching and Bending:
Reaching above shoulder height and bending to access production lines and products.

Hearing:
Adequate hearing ability to hear clearly within the production environment, utilizing required hearing protection.

These requirements ensure that employees can perform their duties effectively and safely within a production setting. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

Compensation and Benefits

The budgeted salary range for this position is $75,000-$90,000, with a 12.5% annual bonus potential.

Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

Health, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) plan with 4.5% employer contribution
Paid time off and holidays
Professional development opportunities
Employee wellness programs

We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

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