Production Operations Manager Continuous Improvement Manager
Company: See's Candies
Location: Los Angeles
Posted on: April 19, 2024
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Job Description:
Work is Sweet!'Quality without Compromise' is not just a motto
at See's Candies. It is the most important ingredient in our recipe
for success. See's Candies has been in business since 1921 and
maintains a reputation for producing the highest quality candy and
providing superior customer service.See's is a leader in the
confectionary industry with over 250 retail shops across the USA.
We are seeking friendly, enthusiastic individuals who are
passionate about providing great customer service.--Job Description
Summary:This position is responsible for management of the candy
making processes from raw materials to finished goods in accordance
with See's established standards of quality, productivity, cost
(labor and material variance) and safety. This manager is directly
responsible for the management of personnel, equipment, raw
materials, enterprise resource planning (ERP) system accuracy, and
execution of the production schedule to assure the adequate supply
of product to the Packing Department and all Selling Divisions.
This position requires managing 24-hour operations during peak
seasons.The pay range for this position is expected to be
$105k-$115k annually; however, base pay offered may vary depending
on multiple individualized factors, including market location,
job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.--Job
Description:1.---- --Responsible for all activities of the candy
making processes in plant. Manages the quality, cost, productivity,
planning and implementing the production schedule.--2.----
--Responsible for all the ERP (JRG / ROSS) transactions including
but not limited to scheduling for products, supplies and
ingredients, inventory levels and production reports. --Ensures
supply of product to Packing Departments and sales channels across
the company.3.---- --Ensures correct staffing levels for the
attainment of department goals in production, productivity, budget,
scrap and rejects. Coordinates hiring and layoff with the Human
Resources department. --Ensures compliance with state labor
regulations and sets shift schedules of all personnel for safe and
efficient operation of the department.--4.---- --Direct supervision
of all production staff including training, development and
performance management of all supervisory and hourly employees.
--Develops, enforces and updates Standard Operating Procedures
(SOP's) and training programs for skilled (bid) positions. Manages
in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement and See's
policies.5.---- --Responsible for compliance with See's Safety,
Good Manufacturing Practices, Food Safety, and Production policies.
Monitors formula and procedure adherence. Oversees operational
practice to prevent food contamination. Provides technical guidance
during plant operations including shutdown and startup to minimize
production losses.6.---- --Monitors and ensures compliance with
environmental regulation, including federal, state and local
ordinances; maintains all necessary documentation.7.----
--Responsible for the safety of all plant associates, makes sure
all the required safety training is completed and enforces the
existing policies and procedures. Actively participates and
provides leadership in safety meetings.8.---- --Sets appropriate
individual and departmental goals, tracks productivity and labor
budget for the department and monitors waste controls and
shrinkage. Maintains visible presence on plant floor to ensure
quality of product, compliance with safety practices, machine
operations, Good Manufacturing Practices, and waste
management.9.---- --Supports implementation of new methods,
procedures and systems to improve quality and food safety.
Responsible for leading Food Safety and Quality efforts with the
designated Safe Quality Food (SQF) Practitioner.10.----
--Responsible for execution and adherence to pre-requisite programs
as well as food security/defense program.11.---- --In the absence
of the Senior Production Manager, the Production Manager will
assume plant responsibility under the leadership and guidance of
Plant Manager.12.---- --Performs special continuous improvement
projects as assigned by management.--13.---- --Responsible for
identifying opportunities to enhance technology and innovation that
will improve departmental effectiveness.14.---- --Responsible for
supporting cross functional teams with new product development.
--Work closely with R&D to support new product
innovation.15.---- --Responsible for the team culture and coming up
with recognition programs in efforts to highlight high performance
workers.16.---- --Builds people capabilities through coaching and
mentoring of direct reports. --Provides performance evaluations for
their team.17.---- --All See's staff must be committed to the
company's core principles and workplace values, including diversity
and inclusion.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:1.---- --Minimum five years of
management experience in a confectionery or quality
food-manufacturing environment, including inventory control, cost
analysis, quality assurance, and control of process and product
flow from raw material to finished goods.2.---- --Excellent
management and oral and written communication skills. Bilingual
English/Spanish is a plus.3.---- --Proven ability to provide
leadership, motivation, and supervision to employees at all
levels.4.---- --Bachelor degree in business, biological sciences,
or food-related discipline or equivalent training in food and
management disciplines desired.5.---- --Proficiency in Word and
Excel. Experience with ERP or production scheduling software
systems desired.6.---- --Proven ability to learn new technologies
quickly and manage change efficiently, proactively and in a
positive manner.----The total compensation package for this
position may also include other elements, in addition to a full
range of generous medical, financial, and/or other benefits
(including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits,
such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the
position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans
will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If
hired, employee will be in an "at-will position" and the Company
reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other
discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time,
including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or
individual department/team performance, and market factors.See's is
an EOESee's will consider for employment qualified applicants with
criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of
applicable local, state or federal law (including San Francisco
Ordinance #131192 and Los Angeles Municipal Code 189.00).
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