Refresco
Production Manager
Refresco, Fort Worth, Texas, United States, 76102
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Our vision is both simple and ambitious: to put our drinks on every table.
We are the leading global independent beverage solutions provider. We serve a broad range of national and international retailers as well as Global, National and Emerging (GNE) brands. Our products are distributed worldwide from our production sites in Europe, North America, and Australia. Although our own branding may not appear on the labels of the beverages we produce, there is a good chance you are reading this while sipping one of our drinks.
Our ambition is to continually improve and it's what keeps us at the top of our game. We are solutions-based. We are innovative. We seek out new challenges and conquer them.This is our company ethos, but it's our people's too: Refresco is at the cutting edge of a fast-moving industry because we have passionate people pushing the boundaries of what's best.
Stop and think: how would YOU put our drinks on every table?
Position Description
The Production Manager leads and integrates the efforts of the site Production teams to orchestrate resources across multiple shifts and assure high-quality product is safely manufactured in sanitary conditions. The Production Manager is responsible for managing the area within cost goals and producing sufficient quantities to meet customer demands with motivated and engaged associates. As required, the Production Manager acts as the sole authority over all site assets and activities during any periods of absence of the Plant Manager.
Essential Functions
Champions a safety culture in all site employeesChampions the training and improvements of quality goals in the production areaLeads 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 safetyLeads focus teams and continuous improvement activities that focus on efficiency improvement, waste reduction, and savings initiativesLeads efforts and mobilizes resources to reduce unscheduled downtimeDevelops, measures, controls, reports, and takes corrective actions on site goals and strategiesManage / guide the technical resources for the troubleshooting and repair of equipment problemsRecommends and implements changes in methods, equipment, systems, and organization, as needed, to ensure goals are metDevelops, engages and enables all employees to realize full potentialSupports and encourages a culture of employee ownershipAdheres to all applicable procedures and policiesDrives training and cross-training to ensure production schedules are met within budgetExecutes coaching and performance management as required to ensure goals are realizedParticipates in the development of the annual department budget & strategic long-term planningMaintains effective communication of expectations and goals throughout the plant environmentDevelop and communicate business results daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterlyEnsures the adherence and administration of the Collective Bargaining AgreementEnsure compliance to all OSHA and environmental regulatory and corporate standardsChair of Joint Health & Safety Committee with the aim to drive high safety culture focusBack up to Plant ManagerRequirements
Education & Experience:
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.Position-Specific Skills:
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 environmentAn 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.Physical Demands:
Physical - Continuously standing or walking. Regular requirements to lift/handle/carry material or equipment of moderate weight.Visual/Sensory - This position requires the regular need to give moderate attention with one or two senses at a time.Work environment - Work and environment are very repetitive.Climate: This position requires the incumbent to have the ability to work in ambient hot and/or cold seasonal environments.A Career with Refresco
Refresco offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, which include:
Medical/dental/vision insuranceLife insurance401(k) savings plan with company matchPaid holidays and vacationWell-being benefitsDiscount programs
Join Refresco TODAY and enjoy a rewarding CAREER!
Any employment agency, person, or entity that submits a rsum to this career site or a hiring manager does so with the understanding that the applicant's rsum will become the property of Refresco Beverages, Inc.Refresco Beverages, Inc. will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person, or entity.
Employment agencies that have agreements with Refresco Beverages, Inc.,and have been engaged in a search shall submit rsum to the designated Refresco recruiter or, upon authorization, submit rsum to this career site to be eligible for placement fees.
Our vision is both simple and ambitious: to put our drinks on every table.
We are the leading global independent beverage solutions provider. We serve a broad range of national and international retailers as well as Global, National and Emerging (GNE) brands. Our products are distributed worldwide from our production sites in Europe, North America, and Australia. Although our own branding may not appear on the labels of the beverages we produce, there is a good chance you are reading this while sipping one of our drinks.
Our ambition is to continually improve and it's what keeps us at the top of our game. We are solutions-based. We are innovative. We seek out new challenges and conquer them.This is our company ethos, but it's our people's too: Refresco is at the cutting edge of a fast-moving industry because we have passionate people pushing the boundaries of what's best.
Stop and think: how would YOU put our drinks on every table?
Position Description
The Production Manager leads and integrates the efforts of the site Production teams to orchestrate resources across multiple shifts and assure high-quality product is safely manufactured in sanitary conditions. The Production Manager is responsible for managing the area within cost goals and producing sufficient quantities to meet customer demands with motivated and engaged associates. As required, the Production Manager acts as the sole authority over all site assets and activities during any periods of absence of the Plant Manager.
Essential Functions
Champions a safety culture in all site employeesChampions the training and improvements of quality goals in the production areaLeads 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 safetyLeads focus teams and continuous improvement activities that focus on efficiency improvement, waste reduction, and savings initiativesLeads efforts and mobilizes resources to reduce unscheduled downtimeDevelops, measures, controls, reports, and takes corrective actions on site goals and strategiesManage / guide the technical resources for the troubleshooting and repair of equipment problemsRecommends and implements changes in methods, equipment, systems, and organization, as needed, to ensure goals are metDevelops, engages and enables all employees to realize full potentialSupports and encourages a culture of employee ownershipAdheres to all applicable procedures and policiesDrives training and cross-training to ensure production schedules are met within budgetExecutes coaching and performance management as required to ensure goals are realizedParticipates in the development of the annual department budget & strategic long-term planningMaintains effective communication of expectations and goals throughout the plant environmentDevelop and communicate business results daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterlyEnsures the adherence and administration of the Collective Bargaining AgreementEnsure compliance to all OSHA and environmental regulatory and corporate standardsChair of Joint Health & Safety Committee with the aim to drive high safety culture focusBack up to Plant ManagerRequirements
Education & Experience:
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.Position-Specific Skills:
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 environmentAn 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.Physical Demands:
Physical - Continuously standing or walking. Regular requirements to lift/handle/carry material or equipment of moderate weight.Visual/Sensory - This position requires the regular need to give moderate attention with one or two senses at a time.Work environment - Work and environment are very repetitive.Climate: This position requires the incumbent to have the ability to work in ambient hot and/or cold seasonal environments.A Career with Refresco
Refresco offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, which include:
Medical/dental/vision insuranceLife insurance401(k) savings plan with company matchPaid holidays and vacationWell-being benefitsDiscount programs
Join Refresco TODAY and enjoy a rewarding CAREER!
Any employment agency, person, or entity that submits a rsum to this career site or a hiring manager does so with the understanding that the applicant's rsum will become the property of Refresco Beverages, Inc.Refresco Beverages, Inc. will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person, or entity.
Employment agencies that have agreements with Refresco Beverages, Inc.,and have been engaged in a search shall submit rsum to the designated Refresco recruiter or, upon authorization, submit rsum to this career site to be eligible for placement fees.