Production Manager at Tribe Mediterranean Foods Inc. in Taunton, Massachusetts

Job Description:

At Lakeview Farms we do desserts, dips and specialty productsand we do them very well. With locations in Delphos, OH, Buena Park, CA, Taunton, MA and Riviera Beach, FL, the company has grown to provide an extensive portfolio of fresh, refrigerated dip products that includes hummus, salsa, layered dips and a wide variety of dairy, deli and seafood dips. Lakeview Farms also produces delicious sweet treats and desserts that include many varieties of gelatin, pudding, parfaits and premium desserts that delight consumers across the country. We are proud of our creative product development, innovative packaging, quality assurance protocols and modern production facilities that enable us to satisfy our customers and consumers as we build on our commitment to Creating a World of Fresh, Delightful Foods.

We are currently seeking a Production Manager to join the team at our Tribe Mediterranean facility in Taunton, Massachusetts. The successful candidate will have the demonstrated experience to lead, direct and oversee all manufacturing operations. They will also be instrumental in supporting multiple supervisors in the areas of manufacturing, to ensure the timely, efficient, safe, and cost-effective manufacturing of high-quality products.

Additional responsibilities include:
Directs and oversees ongoing performance efficiency of plant functions through the establishment and monitoring of various organizational goals that seek to meet and/or exceed objectives. Responsible for scheduling, planning and organizing work and Production activities across two shifts, clearly communicating goals and ensuring that all staff are familiar (and in compliance with) the appropriate standards and procedures. Oversee the sanitation team, performance and records Drive line efficiency improvement through root cause and corrective action Partners with Maintenance on identifying and correcting unplanned downtime Manages resources to control costs and optimize profitability to meet internal and external client expectations. Provides support and guidance in the management of product quality and ensures compliance with quality and sanitation policies, procedures and systems to include HACCP, GMPs and the management and reduction of consumer complaints. Continuously evaluates manufacturing capabilities and recommends future capital expenditures to accommodate future growth and/or expand current operations. Provides support and guidance in the management of employee performance development. Ensures all performance issues are addressed in a timely manner and all employees adhere to company policies and procedures on an ongoing basis. Reports food safety and quality issues and initiate action, as necessary. Follow all Food Safety guidelines, but not limited to: GMPs, Allergen Program, Quality, Sanitation, and Safety.