Production Manager - Cheese or Food
Ajulia Executive Search, Weyauwega, WI, United States
Responsibilities
Oversee daily production operations for assigned departments, ensuring efficient workflow, product quality, and adherence to plant goals
Partner with Quality Assurance to support food‑safety programs, quality plans, GMP compliance, and prerequisite program execution
Manage departmental budgets, drive cost‑reduction initiatives, and lead operational‑excellence efforts using tools such as AOS, Run to Target, Focused Improvement, and Direction Setting
Ensure product quality by inspecting output, verifying specifications, and directing machine setup, adjustments, and troubleshooting
Train, coach, and supervise production employees to ensure full understanding of SOPs, safety standards, and manufacturing processes, while maintaining accurate documentation and routine reporting
Collaborate with plant, corporate, and customer teams on production needs, support R&D initiatives, and identify process improvements through ongoing analysis of operations and project performance
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Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Business, Operations Management, or a related field preferred; equivalent education/experience may be considered
At least 4 years of manufacturing experience, including 3 years in dairy or food production
Minimum 2 years of supervisory experience leading teams in a production environment
Strong background in food‑processing operations; whey‑processing experience xsgimln preferred
Solid understanding of industry practices, safety, and operational standards gained through hands‑on plant experience
Salary: $100k - $130K
Ask for: Aarti Manchanda
Ajulia Executive Search is a New Jersey based Executive Search Firm specializing in retained searches in multiple sectors, including Manufacturing, Finance, IT, Legal, and Pharmaceutical. We have a nationwide client base and offer services in temporary and direct hire placements
Oversee daily production operations for assigned departments, ensuring efficient workflow, product quality, and adherence to plant goals
Partner with Quality Assurance to support food‑safety programs, quality plans, GMP compliance, and prerequisite program execution
Manage departmental budgets, drive cost‑reduction initiatives, and lead operational‑excellence efforts using tools such as AOS, Run to Target, Focused Improvement, and Direction Setting
Ensure product quality by inspecting output, verifying specifications, and directing machine setup, adjustments, and troubleshooting
Train, coach, and supervise production employees to ensure full understanding of SOPs, safety standards, and manufacturing processes, while maintaining accurate documentation and routine reporting
Collaborate with plant, corporate, and customer teams on production needs, support R&D initiatives, and identify process improvements through ongoing analysis of operations and project performance
Considering making an application for this job Check all the details in this job description, and then click on Apply.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Business, Operations Management, or a related field preferred; equivalent education/experience may be considered
At least 4 years of manufacturing experience, including 3 years in dairy or food production
Minimum 2 years of supervisory experience leading teams in a production environment
Strong background in food‑processing operations; whey‑processing experience xsgimln preferred
Solid understanding of industry practices, safety, and operational standards gained through hands‑on plant experience
Salary: $100k - $130K
Ask for: Aarti Manchanda
Ajulia Executive Search is a New Jersey based Executive Search Firm specializing in retained searches in multiple sectors, including Manufacturing, Finance, IT, Legal, and Pharmaceutical. We have a nationwide client base and offer services in temporary and direct hire placements