Production Manager

3 days ago


New Berlin, Wisconsin, United States Fortress LLC Full time
Job Summary

Fortress Nutrition is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Production Lead to join our team. As a key member of our production team, you will be responsible for assisting with daily production activities to ensure achievement of quality, safety, and production objectives.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Assist the Production Supervisor with directing the daily activities of production personnel to ensure quality, timeliness, and safe completion of work.
  • Oversee all blending and packaging rooms and report any downtime or recurring downtime issues to the Production Supervisor.
  • Develop a high-performance team of operators with formal and informal coaching and direction.
  • Champion continuous improvement projects and provide leadership support in development, implementation, and sustaining of processes and cost improvement activities.
  • Provide guidance to production team on the value of lean manufacturing methods and principles.
  • Provide training to ensure a safe and clean work environment.
  • Ensure personnel wear PPE and follow GMPs at all times and correct and report any non-compliance to Supervisor.
  • Make appropriate work assignments among personnel for proper labor utilization in the absence of the Production Supervisor.
  • Attend production meetings to communicate pertinent information in the absence of the supervisor.
  • Recommend and implement measures to improve production methods, equipment performance, and quality of product.
  • Demonstrate working knowledge of and enforce appropriate quality policies and procedures.
  • Become the subject matter expert with the MMR (Master Manufacturing Record); identify where additional training may be needed to ensure paperwork is filled out timely, accurately, and following Good Documentation Practices (GDPs).
  • Develop a complete understanding of each role in the department to fill in as needed for staffing shortages and create training guides to assist new hires in skill development.
  • Develop an understanding of operator skillsets; capitalize on the strength areas to increase production while developing solutions for areas of weaknesses within operators.
  • Complete time studies to find opportunities for improvements in operations and production efficiencies.
  • Communicate with and observe operators for continuous improvement ideas.
  • Consistently check daily/weekly/monthly department tasks and documentation for completion and filing as directed by Production Supervisor.
  • Work closely with the Production Supervisor, keeping focus on safety, quality, and production improvements.
  • Maintain a positive attitude and focus on a servant leadership team-building culture.
  • Able to fill in as needed in case of absence of Production Supervisor, including but not limited to: attending meetings, sending out end of day production reports, watching inventory levels, and giving direction to operators as needed.
  • Complete other projects as assigned by Production Supervisor and Senior Leadership.
  • Perform all other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
  • 2+ years of lead/supervisory experience with a team of direct reports.
  • 2+ years of previous experience in process and continuous improvement.
  • Experience with training and development is required.
  • Machine operating and/or blending experience strongly desired.
  • Previous experience working in a food, dietary supplement, or pharmaceutical manufacturing facility preferred.
  • Must possess strong math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division).
  • Bi-lingual (Spanish) is a plus.
  • Strong passion and commitment towards continuous improvement.
  • Ability to think outside the box and seek solutions in a positive manner.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate a team.
  • Experience conducting time studies and recommending opportunities for improvement.
  • Strong organization skills and consistency with performing and executing tasks.
  • Able to read, write, and speak fluently in English.
  • Able to compose documents and internal/external communications professionally.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office tools, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
  • Hoist, Scissor Lift, and/or Forklift certified is a plus, or willing and able to learn the equipment.
  • Strong attendance and reliability record.
  • Ability to easily adapt and prioritize in changing situations.
  • Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to display good-natured, cooperative attitude.
  • Motivated self-starter that can productively work both independently and collaboratively with others.
  • Must be able to work in a dusty environment with exposure to food allergens (ex. dairy, soy, etc.).
  • Ability to work on a mezzanine work station up to 20 feet high.
  • Frequently required to stand; walk; talk or hear; reach above shoulders; use hands to finger, handle, grasp, pinch, or touch objects, controls, tools, or equipment; kneel, crouch, and use foot/feet to operate machinery.
  • Occasionally required to lift, carry, move, push, or pull materials, product, or equipment up to 50 pounds; bend at the waist; climb or balance.
  • Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time, up to eight (8) or more hours in a single shift.

What We Offer:

  • $21.00-$24.00 per hour (based on experience).
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) Package.
  • Paid Holidays.
  • 401(k) Plan with GREAT Company Match.
  • Affordable Insurance - Medical, Dental & Vision.
  • HSA Plan Option with Quarterly Company Contribution.
  • Company Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability and Life & AD&D Insurance.
  • $1,000 Referral Bonuses - uncapped.
  • AND more.

How to Apply:

Please visit our website at www.fortressnutrition.com to learn more about Fortress Nutrition and to apply for this exciting opportunity.


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