Production Manager at Land O'Lakes

Melrose, Minnesota, United States

Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Food and Beverage, ManufacturingIndustries

Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft applications
High School Diploma/GED
5+ years of supervisory manufacturing experience or related experience in a food manufacturing facility
Experience leading teams in fast-paced operations environments
Must be able to multi-task and change tasks based on business needs daily
Must be able to conduct himself/herself in a professional manner
Excellent communication and collaboration skills
Ability to learn and implement new processes and products
Good time management and organization skills
Detail oriented
Desire to learn and grow within the business
Strong troubleshooting skills in a mechanical environment
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in a science, technical, or related field
Lean Six Sigma training or experience

Lead 5 Production Supervisors in the same direction to achieve Plant goals
Report to the Operations Manager and provide regular updates on production performance, staffing, and any issues that may impact plant operations
Support Production staff members to ensure they have the tools and knowledge needed to do their jobs
Develop staff members to upskill the Plant’s workforce and support the team’s career goals
Develop training plans to add depth to staffing bench strength
Support staff in troubleshooting equipment and process failures to avoid future recurrences
Lead by example when applying all Safety, Food Safety, and Human Resources policies
Enforce compliance to all Safety, Food Safety, and Human Resources policies
Encourage the safe operations of the Production operations
Identify opportunities across the Production operations that drive efficiency and cost improvement
Collaborate with cross functional teams to implement new products and processes
Work with maintenance to prioritize mechanical repairs to support stable operations
Develop production schedule and plans to prioritize milk balancing activities at the plant and meet production demands
Monitor and deliver Key Performance Indicators for Safety, Food Safety, Quality, Output, Cost, and Morale
Ensure that all team members feel valued and supported
Partner with HR on staffing, employee relations, and performance management