Production Manager

En Saputo, ofrecemos lo mejor, elaborando productos de alta calidad, invirtiendo en nuestra gente y apoyando a las comunidades de todo el mundo. Como uno de los diez mayores procesadores de lácteos a nivel mundial, valoramos las contribuciones que importan y nos esforzamos por fomentar un ambiente de trabajo inclusivo e impulsado por el crecimiento. ¿Estás listo para dar lo mejor de ti?

How you will make contributions that matter...

The Production Manager provides leadership and direction to the plant in areas of responsibility including administration, production, processing, packaging, scheduling, sanitation, quality, purchasing, safety and environmental. He/She works with the Plant Manager and/or Operations Manager as the liaison between the Plant and other departments including Distribution, Quality, Maintenance and State and Federal Regulatory Personnel. 

• 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 customer’s 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.

You are best suited for the role if you…

• Bachelor’s degree preferred with a minimum of (2)-years of supervisory experience.
• Internal Candidates: A minimum of (5)-years hands-on plant experience in the dairy plant or food industry operations, with a minimum of (3)-years of supervisory experience.
• Experience using Continuous Improvement methodologies.
• Proficient understanding of budgeting and cost control.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and computer-based applications. 
• Excellent verbal/written communication skills. 
• Ability to adapt to changing organizational and operational needs; ability to lead others through change.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Skill in organization and prioritization, and attention to detail. 
• Ability to select, coach, develop, engage, and retain a team of employees.

We support and care for our employees by providing them with…

• Development opportunities that enhance you career fulfillment
• Meaningful compensation & benefits that help you care for your family
• Opportunities to contribute to your community and enhance the lives of others through Saputo products

Salary Range: $87,510-$110,00

Salary offers will vary commensurate with experience, education, skills, and training.

In the USA, Saputo ranks among the top three cheese producers and is one of the top producers of extended shelf-life and cultured dairy products, with a portfolio of well-loved brands such as Stella, Frigo Cheese, Montchevre, Stella, and Treasure Cave. We also boast a strong foodservice presence, partnering with reputable chain restaurants and broadline distributors.

Whether your expertise lies in manufacturing, operations, supply chain, sales, quality assurance, or in any other function, your role is integral to our success. You will make contributions that matter, all while working alongside colleagues who genuinely ca