Production Manager
Refresco
- Greendale, WI
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Champions a safety culture in all site employees
- Champions the training and improvements of quality goals in the production area
- Leads by example with impeccable Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) adherence.
- Leads improvement efforts and automation efforts to maximize plant efficiency, performance and cost without compromising quality or safety
- Leads focus teams and continuous improvement activities that focus on efficiency improvement, waste reduction, and savings initiatives
- Leads efforts and mobilizes resources to reduce unscheduled downtime
- Develops, measures, controls, reports, and takes corrective actions on site goals and strategies
- Manage / guide the technical resources for the troubleshooting and repair of equipment problems
- Recommends and implements changes in methods, equipment, systems, and organization, as needed, to ensure goals are met
- Develops, engages and enables all employees to realize full potential
- Supports and encourages a culture of employee ownership
- Adheres to all applicable procedures and policies
- Drives training and cross-training to ensure production schedules are met within budget
- Executes coaching and performance management as required to ensure goals are realized
- Participates in the development of the annual department budget & strategic long-term planning
- Maintains effective communication of expectations and goals throughout the plant environment
- Develop and communicate business results daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly
- Ensures the adherence and administration of the Collective Bargaining Agreement
- Ensure compliance to all OSHA and environmental regulatory and corporate standards
- Chair of Joint Health & Safety Committee with the aim to drive high safety culture focus
- Back up to Plant Manager
- Undergraduate Degree in an Engineering-related field (or equivalent experience) plus five (5) years experience in production and/or engineering environment required.
- Strong leadership capabilities in a fast-paced production environment required.
- Previous experience in the food/beverage manufacturing industry preferred. Functional experience in Lean Manufacturing, 5S, TPM, etc. preferred.
- Ability to prioritize and multi-task in an organized, detailed manner, given limited time frames.
- Must be flexible to work alternate shifts if production needs allow.
- Must be proficient in Microsoft Office (Windows, Excel, & Outlook) with the ability to learn new applications as required.
- This position will successfully lead and develop a team of Refresco employees.
- An understanding of operational electrical and mechanical systems is a plus. Troubleshooting and Lean Manufacturing experience required.
- Ability to thrive in an ambiguous environment
- An understanding of SQF, responsibility for Food Safety /Food Quality and the responsibility to take action when notified or becomes aware of any Food Safety or Food Quality issue.
- Medical/dental/vision insurance
- Life insurance
- 401(k) savings plan with company match
- Paid holidays and vacation
- Well-being benefits
- Discount programs