Operations Manager
Cedar's Foods, Haverhill, MA, United States
Lead with Purpose at Cedar’s Mediterranean Foods
We’re hiring a proactive, experienced Production Manager to oversee food manufacturing operations at our Haverhill facility. If you have a strong background in managing hourly production teams, driving efficiency, and maintaining food safety standards like GMP, HACCP, and SQF, this is your opportunity to lead in a fast-growing company known for quality and innovation.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and coordinate daily food manufacturing operations across all shifts.
Ensure compliance with GMP, HACCP, and SQF food safety standards at all times.
Plan and manage shift scheduling, staffing, and labor resources based on production demands.
Oversee inventory management to ensure materials are available and aligned with production schedules.
Partner with the maintenance team to support preventive maintenance and reduce equipment downtime.
Motivate and supervise hourly production staff, fostering a high-performance, safety-focused culture.
Monitor performance metrics and implement lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives to reduce waste and optimize efficiency.
Collaborate cross-functionally with Quality Assurance, Planning, Sanitation, HR, and Logistics.
Maintain accurate production reports, labor records, and compliance documentation.
Qualifications
Minimum 3 years of experience in a Production Manager role within food manufacturing (required)
Demonstrated success managing hourly shift teams in a fast-paced production environment
Strong understanding of food safety programs (GMP, HACCP, SQF)
Proficiency in inventory planning, shift scheduling, and labor optimization
Experience in implementing lean manufacturing or continuous improvement processes
Working knowledge of ERP or production software; strong Microsoft Office skills
Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent hands‑on manufacturing leadership experience
Shift Coverage: All shifts
Schedule: Full-time, Monday through Friday with flexibility for weekends and extended hours
Benefits
401(k)
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Join a Legacy of Quality
At Cedar’s, you’ll play a vital role in delivering safe, high-quality products loved nationwide. Apply today to lead a team, make an impact, and grow your career in food manufacturing.
Cedar’s Mediterranean Foods is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law.
Job Type: Full-time
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We’re hiring a proactive, experienced Production Manager to oversee food manufacturing operations at our Haverhill facility. If you have a strong background in managing hourly production teams, driving efficiency, and maintaining food safety standards like GMP, HACCP, and SQF, this is your opportunity to lead in a fast-growing company known for quality and innovation.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and coordinate daily food manufacturing operations across all shifts.
Ensure compliance with GMP, HACCP, and SQF food safety standards at all times.
Plan and manage shift scheduling, staffing, and labor resources based on production demands.
Oversee inventory management to ensure materials are available and aligned with production schedules.
Partner with the maintenance team to support preventive maintenance and reduce equipment downtime.
Motivate and supervise hourly production staff, fostering a high-performance, safety-focused culture.
Monitor performance metrics and implement lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives to reduce waste and optimize efficiency.
Collaborate cross-functionally with Quality Assurance, Planning, Sanitation, HR, and Logistics.
Maintain accurate production reports, labor records, and compliance documentation.
Qualifications
Minimum 3 years of experience in a Production Manager role within food manufacturing (required)
Demonstrated success managing hourly shift teams in a fast-paced production environment
Strong understanding of food safety programs (GMP, HACCP, SQF)
Proficiency in inventory planning, shift scheduling, and labor optimization
Experience in implementing lean manufacturing or continuous improvement processes
Working knowledge of ERP or production software; strong Microsoft Office skills
Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent hands‑on manufacturing leadership experience
Shift Coverage: All shifts
Schedule: Full-time, Monday through Friday with flexibility for weekends and extended hours
Benefits
401(k)
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Join a Legacy of Quality
At Cedar’s, you’ll play a vital role in delivering safe, high-quality products loved nationwide. Apply today to lead a team, make an impact, and grow your career in food manufacturing.
Cedar’s Mediterranean Foods is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law.
Job Type: Full-time
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