Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Downers Grove, IL we are a world-class contract manufacturer producing wholesome baked goods, snacks and packaged foods for many of the world’s leading food companies. As one of the largest and fastest growing food co-manufacturing companies in the US, we are the proud owner and operator of over 35 facilities globally. Our nearly 10,000 employee-strong organization is leading the way and setting new standards for quality, safety, flexibility and efficiency while feeding families around the globe.
Hearthside’s exceptional growth stems from its ability to address real-world problems for customers of all shapes and sizes, and by our resolute commitment to our belief that there are no great companies without great culture. Our culture of personal empowerment enables growth, learning, and continuous improvement every day!
We are steadfast in our ambition to be the indispensable and most trusted partner to our customers and need your help to do it! Join Hearthside and enjoy a competitive package, outstanding benefits and a diverse work environment.

Job Summary:
Direct and coordinate activities of production department(s) in processing materials or manufacturing products on a designated shift.
Responsible for all mixing, baking and packaging activities required to safely produce quality products with the most efficient use of labor and materials.
Job Duties:
Duties may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Direct the conversion of raw material to finished product with minimum waste and labor cost.
• Control raw material formula consistency.
• Monitor proper rotation of doughs, meals and raw materials.
• Maintain compliance with all sanitary and safety codes.
• Promote harmonious relations of hourly and supervisor personnel.
• Responsible for complying with customer service and Company standards.
• Review production orders or schedules to ascertain product data such as types, quantities, and specifications of products and scheduled delivery dates in order to plan department operations.
• Plans production operations, establishing priorities and sequences for manufacturing products.
• Prepare operational schedules and coordinate manufacturing activities to ensure production and quality of products meets specifications.
• Reviews production and operating reports and resolves operational, manufacturing and maintenance problems to ensure minimum costs and prevent operational delays.
• Inspect machines and equipment to ensure specific operational performance and optimum utilization.
• Resolves employee complaints or submit unsettled complains to the Human Resources Manager for action. Handle all disciplinary actions and employee disputes.
• Train, develop and evaluate all associated supervision and employees to meet future needs.
• Compile, store and retrieve production data.
• Responsible for compliance with all safety, health and environmental regulations as prescribed by federal, state and local laws.
• Follow and enforce Good Manufacturing Practices and all other Company policies at all times.
• Schedule samples and trails to satisfy customer needs.
• Review daily production, labor, overweight, scrap, etc.
• Attend meetings; make presentations, etc., as needed.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

• Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and
• applicable federal, state and local laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring and training new employees; planning, assigning and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

• Excellent communication, decision-making and organizational skills.

• Strong self-confidence and leadership skills.

• Basic mechanical skills required.

Proficiency in: MS Office Suite and, Sap, Kronos a plus.

Hearthside is an Equal Opportunity Employer.