Job Purpose:

Our Production Manager will be responsible for planning and coordinating the production schedules for our kitting and co-packing operations. This role is crucial to ensuring that our production processes run smoothly, on time, and within budget to meet both client specifications and company standards.

Job Responsibilities:

● Develop and maintain detailed production schedules for kitting and co-packing projects. Ensure alignment with customer orders, inventory levels, and production capabilities.
● Allocate resources effectively, including labor, materials, and equipment, to meet production goals and optimize efficiency.
● Monitor inventory levels of raw materials and finished goods. Work with the procurement team to ensure timely replenishment and minimize downtime.
● Track production progress and adjust schedules as necessary to accommodate changes, delays, or issues. Communicate any changes to relevant stakeholders.
● Identify areas for process improvement and work with the operations team to implement best practices and enhance productivity.
● Serve as the main point of contact between production, warehouse, and client services teams to ensure clear communication and timely resolution of any issues.
● Prepare and present regular reports on production status, efficiency, and performance metrics. Provide insights and recommendations for improving scheduling practices.
● Ensure all scheduling activities comply with company policies, industry regulations, and safety standards and enforce adherence to safety protocols and company policies to ensure a safe working environment.

Additional Responsibilities & Qualifications:

● May lead a team of production staff, providing guidance, training, and performance evaluations.
● Prior experience in production scheduling or a similar role, preferably within the kitting, co-packing, or manufacturing industry, required.
● Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a focus on process improvement.
● Familiarity with industry regulations and quality standards.

Work Experience:

● 0-1 years of related experience of successful supervisory/management experience required to motivate and develop direct reports, as well as size up new talent.● 3-5 years of related job experience.● Ability to manage multiple projects, work under pressure, and adapt to sudden changes in the work environment.● Ability to work quickly and efficiently.● A through understanding of government regulations (DOT, OSHA, HazMat, etc.).● Basic experience of simple office/operational systems.● Excellent verbal, written, people, and diplomacy skills are required.● Experienced in providing leadership to others regarding work related systems, processes, and challenges.● Experience of interpreting strategy and policy in order to set and deliver objectives.● Experience of planning, managing and organizing resources within short/medium timescales within the overall policy framework.● Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.● Strong customer service skills (friendly, courteous and helpful).● Strong planning and organization skills are required.● Warehouse experience required preferably working in a distribution environment.

Education:

● Bachelor's Degree Preferred

Working Conditions:
The work environment for this position requires:
● Regularly working in a non-climate-controlled warehouse where exposure to cold, heat, damp or humid conditions may occur.
● Exposure to loud noise.
● Exposure to dust, mechanical hazards, moving objects, and moving vehicles.

Physical Requirements:
The physical requirements listed below are representative of those needed to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. 
● Ability to lift, twist and carry up 50 - 75 pounds, manipulate (push and pull) up to 160 pounds of product with material handling equipment and skids weighing up to 2,000 pounds utilizing pallet jack.
● Walking/Standing - walk throughout the warehouse to complete customer orders. Stand when operating order picker or reach truck equipment and when operating cutter.
● Sitting - sit only when driving sit-down material handling equipment.  
● Lifting - lift items weighing a few ounces up to 150 pounds with assistance.
● Stooping - performed when filling orders or putting away products assigned to floor level locations. May bend at the waist.
● Kneeling - kneel when filling orders or putting away products assigned to floor level locations.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees assigned to this job, and duties may change from time to time depending on our business needs.  

What We Offer

● Engaging and inclusive culture with employee lead Employee Resource Groups, Veritiv Cultural Alliance, recognition platform, etc.

● Extensive training opportunities, professional development programs, career pathing, and mentorship opportunities.

● Collaborative atmosphere with our customers and suppliers to create healthier, safer and more sustainable communities through our responsible operations and innovative solutions.

● Healthcare benefits and 401k with match start date of hire, paid time off and parental bonding time, tuition reimbursement, annual Profit-Sharing Program and much more! Learn more here.

Veritiv Corporation, headquartered in Atlanta, Veritiv is a leading provider of design-to-delivery packaging, print, and facility solutions. With a diverse team and global reach, we’re helping businesses cut costs, reduce waste, and improve efficiencies that make doing business easier. For more information, visit www.veritiv.com and connect with the Company on LinkedIn.

Veritiv is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.
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