Production Manager US

Pure Hothouse Foods, marketed under the Pure Flavor® brand, is a family of greenhouse vegetable growers who share a commitment to bringing A Life of Pure Flavor™ to communities everywhere. Our passion for sustainable greenhouse growing, strong support for our retail & food service customers, and focus on engaging consumers is built on a foundation drawn from generations of growing expertise. We are the next generation of vegetable growers, inspired to put quality, flavor, and customers first by providing greenhouse-grown vegetables from our farms that are strategically located throughout North America.

With a dedicated, energetic, and highly skilled workforce, we believe our employees make a difference. We offer our employees the opportunity to advance their careers in our progressive, vibrant organization.

Job Summary:

The Production Manager is responsible for developing and managing the packaging of fresh produce ensuring that the department meets production targets and operates in compliance with quality, customer specifications and food safety standards.

• Responsibilities
• Oversee the production department managing staffing levels, productivity, cost controls, waste reduction, and overall department efficiencies.
• May oversee multiple production operations.
• Establish and implement SOPs and production schedules for the department.
• Implement best practices and follow lean manufacturing principles while maintaining department KPI’s.
• Develop, maintain, and review all necessary packing records.
• Monitor the quantity and quality of product to ensure that it is of the required standard.
• Provide effective and timely coaching, training, and corrective action guidance as well as performance management to department supervisors.
• Responsible for the department's safe working environment; ensuring that company and statutory hygiene, housekeeping and safety policies and procedures are complied with.
• In collaboration with the Food Safety team, ensure department training, compliance, and enforcement of all company policies/procedures/guidelines regarding food safety, GMPs, SOPs, and HACCP.
• In partnership with the HR team, ensure department training, compliance, and enforcement of all company policies/procedures/guidelines as well as local, state, and federal laws.
• Other core expectations as defined by the company.

Qualifications:

• Secondary school education required; post-secondary education Business Administration, Engineering or related discipline preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of high volume, production department management experience, required; experience in a fresh produce packing/production environment, preferred.
• Proven track record of developing and maintaining department efficiencies.
• Thorough knowledge of packaging and/or packing processes is essential.
• Continuous improvement experience including working knowledge of lean manufacturing principles.
• Demonstrated experience with Good Manufacturing Practices, Health and Safety and Food Safety.
• Proficient in Microsoft (MS) Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Knowledge of ERP software; Famous® software experience, preferred.
• Able to work in a team environment with individuals of all leadership styles, personalities, and career levels.
• Strong knowledge of legislative requirements to maintain compliance to all relevant statues and guiding principles.
• Must be able to handle sensitive issues with tact and maintain strict confidentiality of private information.
• Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment, demonstrate keen attention to detail and task-related accuracy, as well as consistent follow-through skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be flexible to shift assignments as required to meet both customer & business needs.

Work environment:
• Hours of work may vary depending on business needs; ability and willingness to travel between facilities.
• This job operates within a refrigerated warehouse, where temperatures range from Forty - Fifty-five degrees Fahrenheit. The noise level in the work environment can be loud due to packaging machinery, and forklift truck operation.
• The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; bend; twist; use hands to handle or feel product or packaging; and reach with hands and arms. The position involves walking and lifting, regularly, up to 30-pounds, occasionally up to 50-pounds.

If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding career opportunity, submit your resume to Pure Flavor today!

Pure Flavor is committed to providing an accessible and barrier-free environment for all individuals, including candidates and employees. We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable accessibility and accommodation legislation, including the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) in Canada and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in the United States. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates participating in all aspects of the selection process. If you require accommodation, please contact our Human Resources department.

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