The Production Manager will supervise and coordinate the activities of production team members engaged in pizza dough production. Effectively maximize production yield and minimize production waste. Monitor and manage all aspects of production operations by established company/industry standards and procedures. Ensure team members are trained in food safety and other job duties to maintain consistency throughout the production and dough handling process. Must have a comfort level working in a di... more details
Job Description
The Production Manager will supervise and coordinate the activities of production team members engaged in pizza dough production. Effectively maximize production yield and minimize production waste. Monitor and manage all aspects of production operations by established company/industry standards and procedures. Ensure team members are trained in food safety and other job duties to maintain consistency throughout the production and dough handling process. Must have a comfort level working in a diverse, fast-paced environment.
Compensation Range:starting at $92k
RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES
(40%)Manage Production and Sanitation Area
Develop production/operational goals based on actual and projected customer needs and investigate any cause and possible solutions to any problems reflected in the metrics
Complete daily production statistical reports including, pounds per labor hour, overtime, trays per hour, total trays, and total hours used, and manage weekly schedule
Ensure GMPs (Good Manufacturing Practices) are being followed and team members are wearing PPE when handling the product
Ensure team members are receiving proper training on dough production, proofing, temperature checks, checking dough ball weights, performing test bakes, and maintaining a dough library for every single day of production and using it as a reference for dough complaints
Interface with vendors and be responsible for collecting, recording, and reporting operational data
Maintain a safe and positive work environment in compliance with OSHA, company standards, and local, state, and federal requirements. As the equipment is added or modified, review it is ergonomically suitable for all TMs and proper L.O.T.O procedures are outlined and implemented
Ensure standardization of dough formula and make changes when instructed by QC
Order production supplies, flour, and sanitation materials
Monitor and verify that Solo Chain and production ingredients are correct. Remove spoiled dough from Solo Chain and receive production raw ingredients into the system
Assist with the troubleshooting of dough issues that occur in the marketplace and periodically visit stores to check the quality of products
Conduct required test bakes per period and enter them in the Portal
Maintain cost controls and prepare a budget for the Director
Continually inspect the production area to verify that everything is operating correctly. Submit work orders to maintenance for repairs and/or modifications needed on the equipment or safety related.
Strategize and implement new ideas to improve manufacturing efficiency and, at the same time, watch out for the safety and well-being of the TMs
Coordinate with other departments to achieve common goals and objectives
Facilitate dough management classes for franchisees
Coordinate with chemical vendors to ensure all correct chemicals are on-site
Coordinate with oil and flour mill vendors to schedule loads to be delivered to the site
(60%) Manage Production & Sanitation Team Members
Assign job tasks according to the production schedule
Coach team members who are not meeting their performance goals, reward team members for good performance, complete performance appraisals on team members
Ensure CCP (Critical Control Point) specific training is provided to the team members performing the metal detector checks
Follow progressive discipline according to guidelines with TMs not meeting expectations
Facilitate a five-minute team member meeting daily to keep the team members informed of safety precautions, performance, policies, etc.
Recruit, interview, hire, and train all new team members in various pieces of training, including safety and minimizing team member turnover.
Ensure safety procedures are being observed and safety tests are completed promptly.
As needed, fill in as a production team member and perform tasks necessary to meet production goals (time spent in these activities does not exceed 15% of work time)
Responsible for dough safety and dough quality - maintain dough certification
Attend Leadership & Development training sessions
Perform other duties as assigned by the Manager and/or Director.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree emphasizing distribution, manufacturing, and warehouse; some college plus equivalent work experience may be accepted. Preferably in the food, warehouse, manufacturing, or retail industry – Bilingual a plus
3-5 years of production, manufacturing, or retail experience, strong knowledge of bakery procedures, or having basic knowledge of food safety programs would be beneficial.
Working knowledge of AIB or HACCP practices or certification would be a plus
Proven ability to develop and lead team members in meeting goals and objectives
Results-oriented with strong organizational and decision-making skills
Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office programs
Strong interpersonal, communication (verbal and written), and follow-through skills
Ability to work a full-time/flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays
Proven experience in quality and safety
Willingness to support a 24-hour operation and be on call, including carrying an emergency cell phone as needed
Must successfully pass a background check every third year on your anniversary date
Availability to travel by air, as needed
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Ability to stand and/or walk for long periods, climb stairs, and lift to 25 lbs. frequently and 50 lbs. occasionally in extreme temperatures [33-38 degrees] and environments exposed to loud machinery. You must be able to work around yeast and flour.
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