Manufacturing ​/ Production, Production Manager, Manufacturing & Industrial Operations

Lacey's Spring, United States | Posted on 07/10/2026

Job Title:

Kitchen Production Manager FT

Company:
Piper and Leaf Tea Co. |

Location:

Lacey's Spring, AL

At Piper& Leaf Tea Co., you are the Team Captain of our Teablending andmanufacturingoperations. You are the critical link betweenraw,artisanal ingredients and the final product that our guests love. You balance thedelicate art of tea blending with the rigorous science of production efficiency.

Your purpose is to "Serve the Joy" by ensuring that every batch of tea meetsouruncompromising quality standards, that our production machinery runs flawlessly,and that yourteamoperatesin a safe and accountable environment.

Youareentrusted with our most closely guarded proprietary recipesandareresponsible for executing the daily game plan to keepour shops andfulfillmentteamfully stocked, aligning daily execution with long-termcompanyobjectives.

will report directly to the Production Director and support the

Piper & Leaf’scommitment to Servethe Joy.

Your missionis to lead the production floor with an eye for detail and a driveforexecution. You will perform the following duties with precision:

Proprietary Execution:
You meticulously blend tea according to company standards andpreciseratios,maintainingconfidentialityregardingproprietaryrecipes and processes.

Sensory QA:

You perform regular quality control checks on raw ingredients and finishedblends,identifying inconsistencies in flavor, aroma, orvisualcomposition before they reach the customer.

Waste Reduction:
You activelymonitoringredient usage tominimizewasteand maximize yield without cutting corners onquality.

Machinery Operation:
You own the operation of the teabagger/enveloperandother essential production machinery.

Preventative Maintenance:
You are the first line of defense againstdowntime.

Youtroubleshoot minor mechanical issues, perform regular cleaningandmaintenance on the equipment, and coordinate with outside vendors for major repairs.

Coaching& Development:
You train, schedule, and supervise theproductionstaff. You do not just give orders; you empower your team,teaching them the"why" behind our processes. You also work closely with the leadershipteamto develop and implement structured training programs for all staff.

Culture Building:
You lead by example to balanceasupportiveworkspacewith professional accountability. You hold the team to Piper &Leaf'sCode of Conduct and quality standards.

Shift Huddles:
You weekly check-ins to communicate the

production game plan, address bottlenecks, and celebrate team wins.

Stock Management:
You manage inventory levels of raw botanicals, teas,and packaging materials. You conduct regular,highlyaccuratephysical auditsof ingredients and finished products.

Supply Chain Communication:
You forecast production needsandcommunicatetimelysupply shortages to the procurement team,providing enoughlead time to prevent manufacturing delays.

Documentation:

You ensure all batch tracking, inventory reporting,andproductionlogs are filled out accurately and consistently.

Cross-Department Alignment:
You collaborate closely with the Production andFarm Director,as well as the Fulfillment and Sales teams, to manage theoverallproduction schedule. You ensure daily goals align perfectly withbroadercompanyobjectivesand business demands.

Insight &Reporting:
You provide regular updates, performance metrics, and operational insights directly to leadership, keeping them informed offloorrealities.

Continuous Improvement:
You actively pursueanunderstanding of Piper &Leaf operations, consistently bringing fresh ideas to leadership onhowto improve efficiency, productivity, and safety.

We are looking for a specific hybrid of mechanical aptitude andleadershipqualities.

A successful candidatedemonstrates:

Process Obsessive:
You thrive on organization and routine. You are highlymethodical and execute responsibilities independently with minimal supervision.

Problem Solver:
You are not intimidated by machines. You possess a troubleshooting mindset and are comfortable learning the physical mechanics of industrial food packaging equipment.

Team Builder:

You possess interpersonal skills. You are able to understand and give clear,accurate verbal and written directions.

Student:
You are committed to personal and…