Production Manager

Job Location USA - National Hwy, Pennsauken (NJ)- Puratos US HQ Campus The Production Manager is a member of the Operations leadership team andis responsible forestablishingthe directionand providingthe leadershipfor the Production Department.This individual willbe responsible fordelivering a strong and robust Manufacturing Excellence Programthrough Total Productive Manufacturing (TPM), Total Quality Management (TQM), and Lean-Six Sigmamanufacturing philosophy to ensure a balanced delivery against the strategic Quality, Cost, Delivery,Environmental-Health-Safety, and People pillars. Primary Responsibilities Food safety is a key accountability for this position; report all food safety and quality issues to the immediate Supervisor and/or head of Quality and take immediate action asappropriate withinthe team as defined by Quality procedures Maintain safe and clean work environment to be audit-ready by educating and directing personnel on the use of control points, equipment, and resources Maintain compliance with established policies and procedures, and developtimelycorrective actions for all non-compliant situations Supervise and evaluate the performance of production personnel: provide feedback, set goals, perform coaching or counseling, hold direct reports accountable, create development plans and record-keeping of attendance points, paid time off, training, etc. Maintain workflow by monitoring steps of the process; setting processing variables;observingcontrol points and equipment; monitoring personnel and resources; studying methods; implementing cost reductions; developing reporting procedures and systems;facilitatingcorrections to malfunctions within process control points;initiatingand fostering a spirit of cooperation within and between departments Communicate and coordinate between the different departments (quality, R&D, warehouse, maintenance, and production).

Collaborate with Operations, R&D, QA/QC, Procurement, and Planning colleagues to ensurean optimalschedule and then safe, efficient,timelydelivery of the schedule. Ensure production meets or exceeds quality standards by adhering, but not limited to SOPs, FDA, HACCP, GMP, and OSHA regulations. Monitor operating specifications of each workstation; respondto andtroubleshoot abnormalities in daily operations.

Manage and monitor production budget and expenses; estimate costs and budgets. Determinethe number of necessary resources: workforce, production supplies, raw materials, packaging, etc. Create maintenance work requests; prioritize work orders in collaboration with maintenance; prioritize andassistin defining maintenance requirements including spare parts, preventative maintenance, and work instructions.

Regularly leademployee meetings for business updates, safety, quality, cost, and customer service performance and priorities with all production employees. Monitor employees' work performance and attitude and perform formal reviews as required by policy; conduct performance reviews of your direct reports Drive and empower employee engagement, training, and development to maximize safety, quality, and productivity. Troubleshoot toidentifyandassistin developing solutions for issues affecting production Lead continuous improvement projects and activities asrequired Utilize TPM, TQM, and Lean Six Sigma principles and tools; educate and train employees utilizing Lean principles.

Participates in the capital process in the Production Department including identifying, developing,submitting, and implementing CAPEX projects; approvepurchase of equipment. Implement production control systems consistent with lean material flow systems, including pull systems, and level scheduling. Weekly / Monthly reporting on Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for Production; develop daily, weekly, and monthly reporting tools to measure and visualize production performance;utilizeavailable reporting tools (SAP, BI, COGNOS, Lumira, E-maintenance, etc.) Inventory management of production shop floor; ensure process orders are closed outin a timely manner; verify raw materials are consumed correctly; resolve and elevate process order issues Develop and implement plans to continuously increase productivity and meet productionbudget.

Develop and implement effective root cause - corrective actions within the Manufacturing function. Assess staffing levels across all lines and propose solutions to solve short- and long-term gaps in partnership with HR and 3rd Party agencies Prior Knowledge/Experience Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Manufacturing Operations, or Business preferred Minimum 5 years’ experience in operations At least 3 years in a managerial role within a production/operations environment; demonstratedleadership skills Proficient in SAP, spreadsheets, databases, and presentations including Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint Demonstrated use of Continuous Improvement, TQM, and/or Lean tools including six sigma, value stream mapping, 5S, Root Cause Analysis, Pareto, DMAIC, Kaizen events, etc. Proventrack recordof driving performance in production departments including capacity increases, productivity improvement, and workforce optimization Working knowledge of OEE principles and ways to use the information toeliminaterepetitive downtimes and drive performance Knowledge of master scheduling practices and capacity analysis.

Experience in dealing with a unionized workforce Strong experience in the areas of project management and maintenance Excellent organizational, planning, influence, presentation, and follow-up skills The following common allergens are processed in our facilities: wheat, eggs, dairy, and soy. Looking for a Career for Good? Puratos is a global purpose-driven company focused on bringing people together through food innovation for good.

We offer a full range of innovative food ingredients and services for the bakery, patisserie, and chocolate sectors, serving artisans, retailers, industrial and food service companies in over 100 countries around the world. Our passion for innovation, pioneering spirit, and core values continue to propel our global ambitions. This coupled with our commitment to our communities is what makes working at Puratos so magical.

We offer a competitive compensation and benefit package, designed to promote a Happier, Healthier You. Compensation: Annual compensation based on skills and experience ranging from $89,840 to $129,145. Additional compensation earned through a 10% targeted annual bonus.

Amount based on personal and company performance Insurance coverage beginning the first of the month—no extra waiting period to get started Immediate 401(k) eligibility including a fully vested matching contribution Receive over 5 weeks total of paid time off within your first year of service Free life coaches, convenient onsite health exams, 24/7 access to Registered Nurses Puratos-paid insurance coverage to protect you and your family including Life and Disability insurance If you are a solution oriented and analytical thinker with a passion for leading and inspiring people, we invite you to experience the magic of being yourself and join us for “a career for good.” Grow Your Career At Puratos USA At Puratos USA, we offer a wide range of career opportunities across our HQ, innovation centers, production facilities, and distribution sites nationwide. Our commitment to safety, health and wellbeing, collaboration, and the latest technology ensures that our employees can innovate and thrive. Headquartered in Pennsauken, NJ, with locations in Boston, Chicago, Kenosha, Los Angeles, Miami, New York, and Seattle, we create pathways for career development and impactful contributions within the company, industry, and the communities we operate in.

We are a People First organization driven by our values and Puratos magic culture. Join us to drive positive change through food innovation for good. At Puratos, we create innovative food solutions for the health and well-being of people everywhere.

As the global leader in bakery, patisserie and chocolate ingredients, we help our customers to be successful with their business, by turning technologies and experiences from food cultures around the world into new opportunities. We are more than 10.000 employees in over 80 countries and a consolidated turnover of 3 billion euros (in 2023). Our passion for innovation, a pioneering spirit and the unique Puratos culture drive our solid growth and vision for the future.

This, along with our commitment to our local communities, is what makes working at Puratos so magical. #J-18808-Ljbffr