JOB DETAILS

A leading contract manufacturer of various snack food products located in Pittsburgh, PA is currently seeking a Manufacturing Manager.  The position reports directly to the Director of Operations and will lead the operations activities for a 24 / 5 day manufacturing facility.

The Manufacturing Manager is responsible for day-to-day operations leading a team of Production Managers and Production Supervisors with a focus on safety, quality, delivery and cost metrics.  The position works closely with all functions of the business to drive continuous improvement and ensure production goals are met.

Job Description:

• Prioritize safety through leadership, work procedures and employee safety programs
• Foster a collaborative working environment across all functions of the organization
• Hire, mentor, train and coach an innovative, data driven, team-oriented culture that is engaged and embraces continuous improvement
• Lead the management and performance improvement of Key Performance Indicators relating to safety, quality, crewing, production to standards and yields
• Lead overall Good Manufacturing Practices throughout the facility to maintain a safe and clean working environment
• Collaborate with the Quality Department to ensure compliance to food safety programs and initiatives
• Collaborate with the Maintenance Department to track and reduce downtime
• Collaborate with production planning and materials management to optimize scheduled attainment and customer service
• Initiate cost savings measures relating to crewing, standards, and yields
• Report key financial metrics to standard
• Prepare and submit operating reports to include safety, quality, delivery and cost metrics and recommendations to improve efficiency and effectiveness

Job Requirements:

• 5 - 7 years Manufacturing experience with 3 - 5 years Management / Supervisory experience
• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Industrial Management, Engineering, Food Science, Management, Product Operations or equivalent field of study or equivalent experience
• Excellent written and verbal communication, presentation, and negotiation skills
• Strong critical thinking skills: Must be able to look at the numbers, trends, and data and come to new conclusions based on their analysis
• Knowledge of BRC / SQF requirements
• Strong maintenance background preferred
• ERP / OEE system experience preferred
• Experience and understanding in 6 Sigma, 5S, Lean, GE preferred
• Creativity in developing new ways of working / methodology
• Proficient in MS Office suite including Excel and PowerPoint

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Contact Details:

Vince DeMonte

Senior Recruiter

Executive Alliance

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