Campus Production Manager - Nights

Summary

We are seeking an energetic, driven Production Manager to oversee multiple production lines across the night shift. This role is critical in ensuring operational excellence and continuous improvement in a dynamic food manufacturing environment. The manager will provide shift-wide leadership, driving results in safety, quality, delivery, cost, and employee engagement. This is an excellent opportunity for a leader who thrives in fast-paced settings and is motivated to make a significant impact on organizational growth and performance.

Key Responsibilities:

Leadership & Team Development

• Provide overall leadership across multiple production lines during night operations.
• Coach, mentor, and train production line supervision, leads, and employees.
• Foster a collaborative, team-oriented work environment across all functions.
• Actively engage employees through training, development, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Operations Management

• Ensure adherence to safety programs, work procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Partner with Quality and Sanitation teams to ensure food safety practices are a top priority.
• Manage resources (people, equipment, and materials) to meet established standards.
• Drive production scheduling and resource planning to optimize output.
• Monitor and manage work-in-process inventory through employee practices and ERP systems.
• Collaborate with the Director of Manufacturing/Operations to drive LEAN initiatives, efficiencies, and cost improvements.
• Lead cost management initiatives using KPI/OEE monitoring systems.
• Support and implement capital project initiatives.

Continuous Improvement

• Identify, develop, and execute continuous improvement action plans.
• Champion efficiency improvements and process enhancements across all production lines.
• Support cross-functional collaboration to resolve issues and drive problem-solving.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, Business Administration, or related field; or equivalent experience.
• 5–10 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• 3–5 years of supervisory or management experience.
• Experience in BRC or SQF-regulated environments preferred.
• Green Belt or Black Belt certification preferred.
• Ability to work nights and weekends as needed

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Strong leadership, coaching, and mentoring skills.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Financial and business acumen with a track record of cost management.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing standards, processes, and LEAN methodologies.
• ERP and OEE system knowledge preferred.
• Effective interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Exceptional organizational and prioritization abilities.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite, including Excel and PowerPoint.