Production Manager

Tasty Brands LLC is a well-established, fast growing national company with manufacturing plants (Tracco LLC and Total Packaging LLC) in Owensboro, Kentucky and an up-and-coming facility in Evansville, IN. We produce sandwiches and meals for our nation’s K12 students and other government programs with an additional focus on providing high volume items for selected Private Brand retail customers. We are committed to providing high quality products that are produced by associates who uphold the highest levels of food safety and best in class methods in the industry. We are expanding our product lines, customer base and manufacturing facilities. Our food business is recession proof We have a geographic footprint that stretches from coast to coast and our supply chain is domestic. With a focus on collaboration, best practices, and continuous improvement, we are looking for people who want to join us for a long career and be part of a great success story. Position Overview The Production Manager is responsible for all employees in the production department, daily supervision and directing of the production lines under his/her supervision. This position is responsible for ensuring that company standards are achieved and maintained with an emphasis on continuous improvement, providing support, structure and training for employees within the department. The Production Manager will be required to be a hands-on, self-starter with the ability to motivate and lead staff. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Leads a team of production employees. Directs and supervises employees' work activities and monitors work performance. Effectively communicates with and motivates the team in order to drive productivity and achieve company goals. Manages and utilizes various production reports. Reviews daily production against customer requirements. Interprets, understands, and manages reports within responsible area such as throughput, yield, etc. Completes all paperwork in accordance with established time frames or record keeping requirements. Promote a safe work environment as well as meets safety requirements complying with all policies or regulations, OSHA, concerning safety, environment, handling of food products, packaging, ingredients and any related items. Communicates at all levels in order to meet production expectations. Collaborates with the functional areas of operations such as Human Resources, Safety, Maintenance, Quality Assurance, Finance, Shipping and others. Supervises employees to maintain discipline, teamwork, and safety so that daily production requirements are met. Responsible for work effort and appraisal of personnel. Responsible for scheduling, tracking attendance, and reviewing and approving time off for their direct reports. Promotes a cooperative and harmonious environment in order to facilitate positive employee morale, productivity, and continued improvement. Maintains inventory records. Lead a team of skilled workers to meet hourly and daily production standards and goals. Oversee the cleanliness and general order of lines and production areas. Effectively and proactively communicate status related to safety, quality, personnel, equipment, and/or inventory to appropriate management. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications 5 years of experience in the food manufacturing industry. 5 years of leadership experience in the manufacturing industry, including scheduling, managing employee performance and directing employee’s day-to-day activities. Experience with Tray Sealer/Thermoforming/Flow wrapping a plus. Knowledge of food manufacturing processes, including, but not limited to HACCP, SOPs, SSOPs, company policies, as well as demonstrated communication skills. Strict adherence to all safety, food safety and GMP protocols. Commitment to meeting and exceeding quality standards and customer specifications. Ability to quickly solve problems through critical thinking. We are an equal opportunity employer, and we value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local laws.