Production Manager

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Duties and Responsibilties of Job: At Saputo, we bring
good to the table by making high-quality products, investing in our
people, and supporting communities around the world . As a top 10 global
dairy processor, we value contributions that matter and strive to foster
an inclusive, growth-driven work environment. Ready to bring your best?
The Production Manager in Franklin WI will be a key stakeholder for a
new 340,000 square foot conversion facility that opened in 2023 and will
play an integral part of Saputos strategy to optimize its cheese
network in North America. Saputo has a strong history in Wisconsin and
are proud to be expanding our footprint in this area. In this role, you
provide leadership and direction to the plant in areas of responsibility
that include administration, production, processing, packaging,
scheduling, sanitation, quality, purchasing, safety and environmental.
Working with the Plant Manager and/or Operations Manager, the Production
Manager is the liaison between the plant and other departments including
Distribution, Quality, Maintenance and State and Federal Regulatory
Personnel. How you will make contributions that matter… Directs
the overall activities of the manufacturing facility to ensure customer
orders are received, scheduled, and produced at the lowest possible cost
to meet the customers requirements while maintaining established
safety and quality standards. Analyzes plant operations and key
metrics to ensure that the facility maintains high quality and safety
standards to continue to maintain our leadership position in the
industry. Is responsible for expense management and control,
including shrink, labor and overhead costs utilizing Continuous
Improvement techniques and a Management Operating Structure (MOS).
Analyze downtime through effective root cause analysis to continuously
improve operational efficiencies and processes. Ensures that Standard
Operating Procedures are developed and maintained for all aspects of the
business. Cooperates in a cross-functional manner as a change agent
with all departments within the Company. Ensures products meet
regulatory standards. Assists Technical Support staff on resolution
of customer complaints and issues of product quality. Engages in the
typical responsibilities of a manager requiring planning, training,
evaluating, organizing, integrating, and delegating. Provides
management of employees directly or through supervisors to ensure
effective selection, retention, development, disciplinary action, and
performance management. Supports internal/external audits. All
other responsibilities assign by supervisor. You are best suited for the
role if you… Have a bachelors degree preferred with a minimum of
(2) years of supervisory or managerial experience in food manufacturing
industry. Have experience using Continuous Improvement methodologies.
Have a proficient understanding of budgeting and cost control. Are
familiar with Good Manufacturing Practices. Have a working knowledge
of OSHA GISOs and Workers Compensation claim management. Are
proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and computer-based applications,
having SAP experience is a plus. Demonstrate excellent verbal/written
communication skills. Can adapt to changing organizational and
operational needs; ability to lead others through change. Can handle
multiple tasks simultaneously. Are highly organized with ability to
prioritize tasks and pay attention to the details Are a team player
and leader with the ability to work across multiple functions and
disciplines. We support and care for our employees by providing them
with… Comprehensive benefit programs that include medical, dental
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