Manager Production

Job Summary

Directs and supervises plant personnel and provides direction in operations area to produce the best quality product possible, at the least cost standards. Coordinates the availability of raw materials; ensures the functioning of production machinery is adequate to meet production demands. Develops, trains and schedules necessary personnel to meet all production demands. Partners with HR for personnel issues, including interviews, hiring, evaluations, corrective counseling, and further training as required. Provides leadership and direction to plant maintenance department. Responsible for repair, maintenance, and installation of machines, tools, and equipment in manufacturing operations. Responsible to eliminate all causes of failure and ensure full useful life in coordination with daily maintenance completed by operating personnel. Schedules repair, maintenance, and installation to ensure continuous production operations. Creates and manages the maintenance and storeroom budgets. Inspects operating machines and equipment for conformance with operational standards. Reviews production, quality control, and maintenance reports and statistics to plan and modify maintenance activities.

Position Responsibilities

• Responsible for food safety and quality.
• Supervises production line supervision to ensure product is produced according to Company specifications and meet production, usage, and labor objectives.
• Allocates labor to meet or exceed Company standards.
• Oversees the overall cleanliness of the plant production areas.
• Assures compliance of OSHA regulations and corporate policies.
• Responsible for assuring work force is properly trained in job requirements.
• Ensures flow of critical information to all levels and shifts of plant management.
• Monitors correct ingredient usage at plant standards while maintaining quality objectives.
• Coordinate production requirements with maintenance and engineering to ensure plant objectives are obtained.
• Promotes continuous improvement in production process to improve safety, cost effectiveness, and product quality.
• Maintains a safe work environment for all employees.
• Assures safety awareness and training is provided by front-line supervisors.
• Supports safety programs.
• Reports ingredient usage and labor figures for proper costing and recall requirements.
• Shares key metrics with front-line supervisors to promote continuous improvement.
• Interfaces with Human Resources.
• Responsible for plant maintenance including facilities, utilities and operations to reduce downtime and assure peak plant efficiencies. Will direct capital engineering design and projects to completion and work with appropriate vendors. This position will also have direct responsibility for the Maintenance team and their performance.
• Promote safety throughout the entire maintenance organization.
• Responsible for all maintenance department metrics.
• Lead, manage and direct all activities for ConAgra Performance System Planned Maintenance Pillar.
• Prepare and operate within established maintenance operating budget and monitor departmental expenditures.
• Assists with planning and cost estimates for annual and longer term capital budgets.
• Responsible for executing the capital plan to include all engineering design and project management, working with both internal and external resources.
• Be acquainted with local/state/federal environmental regulations and ensure compliance with all operational permits. Directs all aspects of building operations including maintenance, repairs, and renovations.
• Establish criteria for assessing the quality of work performed by employees and contractors.
• Supervise the completion of work through review of reports, frequent site inspections and conferences with operations and vendors regarding electrical & plumbing equipment, HVAC systems, electric motors, ventilating fans, air conditioning and electrical control units.
• Investigate the condition of buildings, equipment and grounds, and recommends improvements in the facilities to ensure that needs are met.

Position Qualifications

• B. S. degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Biology, Industrial Management, or related field from a four-year college or university
• Four to six years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience in the food industry;
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public
• Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Must be computer literate; experienced in using computer software applications such as CAD, Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, MS Project Management, etc.
• Must have complete understanding of PLC and logic controls for high speed operating equipment.
• Prior experience using production environment SAP preferred.
• Basic accounting knowledge preferred.
• Broad knowledge & experience in project management & facilities administration with demonstrated ability to manage projects and personnel.
• Ability to interact with all levels of the organization.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills along with superb time management and project scheduling skills.
• Must have a proven track record of successfully managing the construction of
• large, complex projects.
• Comprehensive information on construction processes, trade practices, standards, building codes & regulations.
• Excellent administrative and follow up skills to achieve successful maintenance and repair programs.
• Ability to lead teams and achieve results through resources.

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to stand and walk. The employee is occasionally required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, and feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; taste and smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 70 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Our Benefits:

We care about your total well-being and will support you with the following, subject to your location and role:

• Health: Comprehensive healthcare plans, wellness incentive program, mental wellbeing support and fitness reimbursement
• Wealth: Great pay, bonus incentive opportunity, matching 401(k) and stock purchase plan
• Growth: Career development opportunities, employee resource groups, on-demand learning and tuition reimbursement
• Balance: Paid-time off, parental leave, flexible work-schedules (subject to your location and role) and volunteer opportunities

Our Company:

Conagra Brands is one ofNorth America'sleading branded food companies. We have a rich heritage of making great food, and a team that's passionate about innovation and growth. Conagra offers choices for every occasion through iconic brands, such as Birds Eye,Marie Callender's, Banquet, Healthy Choice, Slim Jim, Reddi-wip, and Vlasic, and emerging brands, including Angie's BOOMCHICKAPOP, Duke's, Earth Balance, Gardein, and Frontera.

We pride ourselves on having the most impactful, energized and inclusive culture in the food industry. For more information, visit.

Conagra Brandsis an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, pregnancy, leave status, disability, veteran status, genetic information and/or any other characteristic or status protected by national, federal, state or local law.