Job Purpose Manage shift operation of facility, including production and packaging of finished goods, personnel, labor cost control, waste control, and food safety. Essential Functions • Execute production schedule to meet customer orders and ensure quality and food safety standards are maintained • Establish employee schedule and coordinate work of production associates to achieve plant goals/metrics • Continually train, coach, and supervise new and existing employees • Utilize performance measurement systems to provide feedback to direct reports in areas of productivity, cost, quality, food safety, and employee safety • Hold employees accountable for attendance, job expectations, GMPs, productivity metrics, and SOP compliance • Operate within the Production labor budget; report on direct labor, production efficiencies, quality, and safety • Manage equipment downtime according to issue, saving as much product as possible • Participate in pre-operation audits and ensure deficiencies noted during the audit are addressed • Maintain safe working conditions • Work with Human Resources regarding personnel and performance issues • Support food safety program, quality standards, and legality of manufactured products • Perform other job-related duties as assigned Qualifications (Education, Experience, Competencies) • Degree in business or related field preferred or equivalent work experience • 2–5 years of leadership experience in production, preferably in the food industry, or manufacturing experience required • SQF, BRC, or AIB certification knowledge desired • Strong computer skills including experience with warehouse management systems, ERP systems, and Microsoft Office • Strong leadership and team-building skills • Strong verbal and written communication skills • Ability to think critically and solve complex problems • Ability to organize, manage multiple priorities, and maintain high attention to detail in a fast-paced environment • Self-directed with the ability to work without close supervision MON123 RISE123