Production Manager

3 months ago

Danbury, United States Fairfield Processing Corp Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

Job Type: Full-Time, shift, 40 hours per week, overtime may be required when needed. Schedules are subject to change based on the needs of the operation.

Job Location:

Shift Schedule: 2-Shift Rotation

Shift 1: Day Shift (8 hours)

Monday to Friday: 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM

Shift 2: Evening Shift (8 hours)

Monday to Friday: 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM

Shift Schedule: 3-Shift Rotation

Shift 1: Day Shift (8 hours)

Monday to Friday: 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM

Shift 2: Evening Shift (8 hours)

Monday to Friday: 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM

Shift 3: Night Shift (8 hours)

Sunday to Thursday: 11:00 PM to 7:00 AM (next day)

Fairfield Processing Corporation: Founded by Sam Young in 1940 and now led by Jordan Young, this third-generation company still proudly follows the same guiding principles. Fairfield takes great pride in its rich history as a third generation, family-owned and operated American business. In 2020, the company celebrated 80 years of innovative products and brands.

Job Overview: We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Production Manager to oversee and optimize our manufacturing operations, second and third shift. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of managing high-volume production lines in the Fast Moving Consumer Gods (FMCG) industry, ensuring efficiency, quality, and timely delivery of products. This role requires a strong leader with excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.


Responsibilities:

  1. Production Planning and Scheduling:
    • Collaborating with the Planning team, implement production plans and schedules to meet fully sales demand plans and then provide quick reaction to customer backorders.
    • Manage production schedules to maximize efficiency and minimize downtime.
  2. Team Leadership:
    • Lead and motivate a diverse production team to achieve daily, weekly, and monthly production targets.
    • Foster a culture of continuous improvement and accountability within the production team.
  3. Quality Assurance:
    • Collaborate with quality assurance teams to address and resolve any product defects or issues.
  4. Cost Management:
    • Optimize production processes to reduce waste, minimize costs, and enhance overall operational efficiency.
    • Accurately report costs related to Production in the company ERP
    • Work closely with the finance department to manage the production budget effectively.
  5. Equipment Maintenance:
    • Oversee the maintenance and reliability of production equipment to minimize downtime and ensure a smooth manufacturing process.
    • Collaborate with the maintenance team for the provisioning and deprovisioning of manufacturing configurations through each shift.
    • Collaborate with the maintenance team to schedule preventive maintenance activities.
  6. Regulatory Compliance:
    • Ensure compliance with industry regulations, safety standards, and environmental guidelines.
    • Stay informed about changes in regulations and implement necessary adjustments to production processes.

Qualifications:

  1. Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field. Advanced degree or certifications are a plus.
  2. Proven experience (10 years) in FMCG production management with a successful track record of achieving production targets.
  3. Strong leadership and interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively manage and inspire a diverse team.
  4. In-depth knowledge of FMCG production processes, quality control, and inventory management.
  5. Excellent problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to identifying and addressing operational challenges.
  6. Familiarity with industry regulations, safety standards, and environmental compliance.
  7. Proficient in using production management software (NetSuite ERP) and Microsoft Office suite.
  8. Experience in the pillow, plush and pet bed manufacturing industry a plus.

Wage: DOE

Benefits of the Production manager position:

  • Medical
  • Vision
  • Dental
  • RX
  • 401 (k)
  • 9 paid holidays and much more

Fairfield Processing Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identify, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by law. EEO is the Law.

If you are an individual with a disability and need reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process, please contact Human Resources.

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