Fresh Food Manufacturing Manager

2 weeks ago


Bridgewater, Massachusetts, United States Taylor Farms Full time

About Taylor Fresh Foods, Inc.

Taylor Fresh Foods, Inc. is committed to being North America's leading producer of salads and nutritious fresh foods. Our dedicated team, known as the "Taylor Family," consists of over 24,000 individuals who are enthusiastic about creating high-quality, delicious products for families throughout North America. As we continue to expand, we are looking for a skilled and driven individual to join our team as a Production Operations Supervisor.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

Reporting directly to the Director of Operations, the Production Operations Supervisor will oversee the quality and cost-effectiveness of all production activities at our facility. This role requires the supervisor to exceed budget expectations related to product costs, labor efficiency, and quality standards during production runs.

The Production Operations Supervisor will manage approximately twenty-five percent of the workforce through direct reports, ensuring effective collaboration with sales, procurement, warehouse, Quality Assurance, and Maintenance departments.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Mentor and develop production supervisors and team leads in a culture that promotes internal advancement.
  • Understand and manage production schedules across various products and areas, adapting to real-time information and constraints.
  • Plan labor and staffing to meet production targets while ensuring timely output.
  • Communicate metrics and KPIs effectively to team members, tailoring the information to suit different audiences.
  • Lead by example, spending a significant portion of time on the production floor to support team members and foster a culture of presence and engagement.
  • Oversee direct labor costs and a substantial portion of indirect labor expenditures across the facility.
  • Collaborate closely with the Quality Assurance team to ensure products meet customer specifications consistently.

Qualifications:

  • A minimum of five years of experience in a similar production and operational environment is required.
  • At least five years of experience in managing and leading teams of supervisors and frontline employees is essential.
  • Experience in the production of perishable goods, particularly in value-added commissary production, is highly preferred.
  • Demonstrated ability to develop talent within the team is necessary.
  • Familiarity with plant-wide ERP systems is required.
  • Experience with scorekeeping and production methodologies is advantageous.
  • Ability to interact effectively with a seasoned management team is preferred.
  • A commitment to a "lead from the production floor" approach is essential.
  • Proficiency in labor and production planning tools is required.
  • Bilingual candidates are strongly preferred.


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