Job Description

Wholesale Produce Supply is a leader in the fresh produce industry, committed to delivering high-quality products to our customers. We pride ourselves on innovation, sustainability, and excellence in everything we do. We are currently seeking a dynamic Produce Production Manager to join our team and oversee production operations during the second shift.

Schedule:  Monday through Friday 7am until finished. Business will dictate schedule. 

Compensation: $100K DOQ

Essential Job Functions:

• Manage all production activities, ensuring smooth operations and compliance with company standards.

• Monitor production to achieve daily and weekly goals while addressing inefficiencies and bottlenecks.

• Implement and maintain quality control processes to ensure products meet safety, quality, and freshness standards.

• Collaborate with the Quality Assurance (QA) team to identify issues, execute corrective/preventive actions.

• Lead continuous improvement initiatives, focusing on waste reduction, labor efficiency, and process optimization.

• Conduct regular inspections and audits to ensure compliance with food safety regulations, including FDA, HACCP, GMP, and FSMA standards.

• Analyze production data to identify trends, create actionable plans, and drive measurable improvements.

• Supervise and support the team by providing training, mentorship, and performance evaluations.

• Address workforce needs, including scheduling, shift adjustments, and conflict resolution, while fostering a collaborative work environment.

• Enforce safety protocols and practices to minimize workplace injuries and maintain a safe production environment.

• Oversee sanitation of equipment and production areas, ensuring readiness for operations and compliance with standards.

• Coordinate with maintenance to reduce equipment downtime and ensure operational reliability.

• Serve as the liaison between the 1st and 2nd shifts, ensuring seamless handoffs and updates.

• Maintain accurate inventory tracking and ensure raw material availability to meet production demands.

  Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED (General Education Diploma) equivalency, bachelor’s degree in related field preferred
• Minimum of 5 years work experience as Supervisor or similar role (In a manufacturing environment preferred)
• Strong knowledge of food safety regulations and industry best practices.
• Experience with creating reports and tracking data.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail

  Physical Requirements:

• Ability to perform moderate lifting (up to 50 lbs.) and utilize ladders and other warehouse related equipment.
• Ability to stand, move, and bend for entire shift.
• Ability to reach overhead.
• Ability to work in a cold environment for full shifts.

Other Duties This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of responsibilities. Duties may change at any time with or without notice.

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