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Production Manager - Work Center Lead

Norwood, MA

Get ready to lead the charge as our Production Manager Extraordinaire! Join us in shaping a world where quality reigns supreme and efficiency is our middle name.  This position is based at our Norwood manufacturing facility with 1st and 2nd shift Monday - Friday opportunities available!

Why choose us as your employer?

The Production Manager will ensure the production of high-quality products at a production rate that meets or exceeds current levels by maintaining high quality standards, low reject rate for product produced and low materials waste.  The incumbent will communicate and implement Company guidelines, procedures and policies in their areas.  This manager will create and maintain a safe and fair work environment for all production team members. 

 ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Manage the day-to-day operation including workflow, adherence to plan, management of work in process, job assignments rotations and delegation of duties to ensure safe and efficient operation.
  • Ensure effective use of labor, tools, supplies, and equipment to maximize efficiency and capacity.
  • Mentor and motivate team members, providing training and development to optimize their performance and personal growth.
  • Minimize downtime, scrap and improve product yield.
  • Ensure every pound produced is the highest quality possible.
  • Accountable for team’s adherence to manufacturing protocols, product specifications, quality guidelines and food safety standards.
  • Ensure all operational records and KPI’s are complete and accurate.
  • Accept responsibility to quickly identify any areas that lack cohesiveness, bringing them to the attention of the team leader and working with the team in a supportive manner to resolve issues and actively look for ways, and reinforce actions needed, to achieve collaboration within the organization.
  • Support positive employee engagement including valuing differences, fostering collaboration, listening to the ideas of every team member, and being a champion of company policies and procedures which support these goals.  Treat everyone with respect and be a role model for professional behavior with all team members.
  • Communicate performance standards to team members, recognizing and rewarding individual and team accomplishments and counseling/disciplining performance problems.
  • Work cross-functionally with maintenance and engineering to optimize equipment performance.
  • Write work orders for equipment/plant repairs.
  • Communicate production issues with regard to equipment performance, product quality, food safety and personnel safety in a timely manner.
  • Serve as a role model and initiate proactive actions to ensure team’s understanding of and compliance with all company policies and regulatory, SQF and customer requirements including USDA, OSHA, DEP etc.
  • Monitor team member compliance with GMP, food safety standards, HACCP, CCPs and CQPs.
  • Perform investigations and completes a preliminary written report within 12 hours of an incident.  Submits this to report to the EHS department for follow up and final reporting (e.g. accidents, employee complaints, root cause analysis to product and process non-conformities etc.)
  • Foster a culture of excellence with a focus on continuous improvement.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

 PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND ENVIRONMENT: 

  • Must have good vision and manual dexterity.
  • Able to sit / stand for prolonged periods at a desk and working on a computer.
  • Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds.
  • The noise level in the office environment is typically moderate.
  • Company provided Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) must be worn while on the production floor

 

 

 

 
 
 
 
 

 

 

Exciting Benefits Await You!

  • Enjoy top-tier Medical, Dental, Vision coverage.
  • Pamper your furry friends with Pet Insurance.
  • Stay fit with our Wellness Plan and Free Gym Access.
  • Boost your skills with Employee Tuition Reimbursement.
  • Unlock endless opportunities with College Scholarship for dependents.
  • Reap the Rewards of Our Bonus Program Available to Our Salary and Hourly Employees.
  • Receive a Generous 401k Company Match.
  • Take advantage of Competitive Paid Time Off.
  • Elevate Your Safety Net with Company-Sponsored Life Insurance Coverage.
  • Receive Relocation Assistance for a Smooth Transition.
  • Earn Rewards through our Employee Bonus Referral Program.
  • Elevate Your Workplace Experience with Community Impact Opportunities.
  • Celebrate Together with Employee Appreciation BBQs, Happy Hours, Birthdays, & More!

 Opportunity Calls! Unsure if you meet all requirements? Don't hesitate, apply!

Our recruitment process is prompt and transparent. Your resume will receive swift attention from our talent professionals. If chosen, you'll undergo a recruiter phone screen, followed by interviews with key team members. We value your potential.

At Home Market Foods, we champion equal opportunities for all, prohibiting discrimination based on race, religion, gender, and more. Our commitment extends across all aspects of employment, ensuring a fair and inclusive workplace. 

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