Production Manager – Manufacturing

Location: Chandler, AZ
Job Type: Full-Time

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Production Manager to oversee daily manufacturing operations, coordinate production schedules, and lead production and sanitation teams. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, experience in a manufacturing environment, and a commitment to maintaining high standards of quality, safety, and efficiency.

This position plays a key role in ensuring production goals are met, employees follow established procedures, and operations remain compliant with food safety and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily production operations to ensure efficiency, quality, and timely completion of customer orders.

• Monitor production schedules, adjust priorities as needed, and work with supervisors to meet production goals.

• Lead, support, and supervise production and sanitation employees.

• Ensure employees follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), safety guidelines, and quality standards.

• Monitor production performance and identify opportunities for process improvements.

• Communicate with management, sales, and production teams regarding schedules, delivery timelines, and operational challenges.

• Review employee timesheets and make adjustments as necessary.

• Oversee sanitation activities, including cleaning procedures, chemical inventory, and sanitation documentation.

• Partner with Quality Assurance during sanitation audits and implement corrective actions when needed.

• Ensure compliance with current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), HACCP requirements, and food safety procedures.

• Monitor critical control points and ensure required documentation is completed accurately.

• Address food safety concerns, sanitation issues, and equipment problems promptly.

• Train employees on proper production, sanitation, and safety procedures.

• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of work experience required.

• Previous experience supervising multiple employees.

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

• Forklift certification required.

• Experience in manufacturing or production operations.

• Basic computer skills, including the ability to work with production documentation and reports.

• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

• Basic math, reading, and writing skills.

• Ability to communicate effectively in English.

• Willingness to learn new processes and procedures.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Work is performed in a manufacturing and production environment.

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, and other physical activities.

• May operate or work near production machinery, forklifts, and pallet jacks.

• Potential exposure to food ingredients, allergens, airborne powders, and manufacturing noise.

• Personal protective equipment (PPE) may be required.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for a hands-on leader who can keep production running smoothly while maintaining high standards for safety, quality, and team performance. The ideal candidate is organized, dependable, comfortable managing multiple priorities, and able to support employees in meeting daily production goals.

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