Production Manager

Production Manager

Position Summary

The Production Manager leads the planning, scheduling, and execution of all Food processing operations, including Packaging, Sizing, Fumigation, and Roasting. This role is responsible for ensuring cost-effective production planning, meeting production targets, and maintaining the highest standards of quality, food safety, and efficiency.

The Production Manager plays a critical role in ensuring inventory and finished products are produced on time, within budget, and in alignment with customer and sales requirements.

Relocation:

We will provide a top-tier relocation package should the candidate be from outside the immediate area.

Key Responsibilities

Production Planning & Scheduling

• Develop and manage production schedules for all stages of processing, including fumigation planning, raw material preparation, roasting, and packaging

• Coordinate production activities to meet customer demand and sales forecasts

• Oversee production coordination for specialty items

Inventory & Materials Management

• Manage finished goods inventory levels to ensure accuracy, availability, and optimal turnover

• Track inventory and forecast raw material, ingredient, and packaging requirements

• Analyze inventory balances and contract positions and present findings to the sales team on a bi-monthly basis

Performance, Cost, & Continuous Improvement

• Review production throughput and identify opportunities for efficiency improvements

• Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on productivity, waste reduction, and cost control

• Develop and manage production budgets

• Monitor net sales reporting and evaluate performance against targets

Quality & Analytics

• Analyze rejected product to identify root causes and corrective actions

• Review incoming quality analytics and collaborate with quality teams to maintain high standards

• Ensure all operations comply with food safety, quality assurance, and regulatory requirements

Company Culture & Values

This is a family-owned organization with deep roots in the local community and a strong commitment to long-term relationships. The company places a high value on community involvement, continuous improvement, and quality assurance, fostering a collaborative environment where employees are encouraged to take ownership, share ideas, and drive meaningful operational improvements. Quality, integrity, and consistency are central to how the organization operates and grows.