Production Manager - Food Manufacturing Operations
Michael Page USA
Los Angeles, CA
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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$110,000–$135,000 Per Year
JOB TYPE
Full-time
SKILLS
Continuous Improvement, Cost Control, Customer Relations, Develop and Maintain Customers, Employee Relations, English Language, Food Delivery, Food Production, Food Safety, Food and Beverage Industry, GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), Leadership, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Management, Manufacturing Operations Management, Operational Improvement, Operations, Operations Management, Organic Food Production, Performance Metrics, Process Improvement, Production Costing, Production Management, Production Systems, Regulatory Compliance, Safety Compliance, Safety/Work Safety, Sanitation, Six Sigma, Spanish Language, Team Player, Workforce Management, Workforce Planning
LOCATION
Los Angeles, CA
POSTED
3 days ago
A growing food manufacturing organization is seeking a Production Manager to lead daily operations across a multi-shift production environment. This newly expanded position offers the opportunity to influence plant performance through operational excellence, workforce leadership, cost management, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Client Details
Our client is an established food manufacturer with a reputation for delivering high-quality products and maintaining strong customer relationships. The organization operates in a fast-paced production environment where quality, safety, and operational excellence are central to its success.
The leadership team is investing in operational improvements and building stronger alignment across shifts, departments, and plant functions. This role provides significant visibility and direct interaction with executive leadership while offering the opportunity to make a measurable impact on plant performance
Description
Lead daily production operations across first and second shifts
Improve labor utilization, production efficiency, and cost performance
Partner closely with Maintenance, Quality, and Sanitation teams
Ensure production readiness, staffing, and schedule execution
Drive continuous improvement and waste-reduction initiatives
Develop supervisors and frontline leadership teams
Monitor KPIs related to safety, quality, service, and cost
Support regulatory compliance, food safety, and audit readiness
Manage workforce planning, employee relations, and performance development
Profile
Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent industry experience (12+ years food manufacturing exp)
8+ years of manufacturing experience, preferably within food or beverage
10+ years of leadership experience in production operations
Fluent in both English and Spanish
Strong background in labor management, cost control, and operational improvement
Experience with GMPs, HACCP, SQF, BRC, food safety, and compliance programs preferred
Six Sigma or Continuous Improvement experience highly valued
Job Offer
Competitive salary ranging from $110000 to $135000 USD.
Standard benefits package to support your personal and professional well-being.
Opportunity to lead and drive impactful change in a growing food manufacturing environment.
Collaborative and supportive company culture that values innovation and teamwork.
If you are a results-driven professional with a passion for food manufacturing and production management, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity in Los Angeles.
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