Production Manager

Manufacturer of Premium Meat Products in Fort Atkinson
 
Jones Dairy Farm, a family owned and operated business for 135 years, is searching for a Production Manager.  This is an excellent opportunity for an individual who has the desire to make a significant impact within a dynamic and growing food manufacturing company.
 
Position Summary:
Under the direction of the GM of Manufacturing, oversees the plant production operations to meet the production schedules while maintaining high-quality products in a cost-efficient manner.  Manages warehousing, shipping, and receiving.  Directs and coordinates activities of all departments through subordinate supervision.  Responsible for production quality, quantity, methods, and personnel.
 
Responsibilities:

• Meet production and shipping schedules as well as product quality specifications.
• Work with other areas to ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements.
• Ensure consistency with applications of company policies and procedures through supervision of subordinates.
• Establish standards of performance, measure results, analyze workflow and troubleshoot problems. 
• Monitor employee training to assure safety in operations and quality compliance.
• Ensure all production records are accurate and complete on a timely basis.
• Monitor efficiencies while continually making improvements for greater efficiency in operations.
• Make recommendations concerning improvements to policy, procedures, techniques, facilities, and other matters relative to plant effectiveness.
• Establish and maintain a cooperative environment with production employees and union representatives.
• Provide proper direction, training, and mentoring to subordinate supervisors.
• Maintain distinctive quality/food safety operational standards. Maintain cooperative working relationships with other departments including Maintenance, Human Resources, Quality Assurance, Finance, Purchasing/Customer Service, Sales, and USDA.

• Bachelor’s degree
• 5 – 7 years of experience in a food manufacturing environment or the equivalent
• 5 years of supervisory experience
• High level of organizational and communication skills
• Ability to motivate and direct people 
• Experience in conflict resolution
• Experience working in a union environment
• Strong computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft office (Word, Excel, Outlook).

• Medical Insurance with a Health Reimbursement Account
• Dental, Vision, Prescription, and Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Company Paid Short Term Disability/Sick Pay
• Long Term Disability available
• 11 Paid Holidays
• 401K with a 100% Employer Match on 5.5% of eligible earnings
• Health Club Incentives
• Professional Development Including Tuition Reimbursement & more!