Production Manager

Operational Excellence Production Manager

As a longstanding pillar of quality and taste since our inception in 1892, Klosterman has continuously delivered fresh, delicious bread and baked goods to communities across the Midwest. Our commitment to excellence, combined with a passion for crafting products that delight our customers, has fueled our growth and success over the years. At Klosterman, we embrace our company mission: "Bake it safe, make it better, serve it proudly together."

We are currently seeking dedicated individuals to join our team and contribute to our legacy of baking excellence. If you're ready to be part of a dynamic company with a rich history and a bright future, we invite you to explore our available opportunities and become a part of the Klosterman family, where tradition meets innovation in the world of baked goods.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead Lean execution initiatives to improve production efficiency and eliminate waste.


• Develop and implement effective scheduling strategies aligned with operational needs.


• Drive continuous improvement projects to enhance process and product quality.


• Build, mentor, and develop a high-performance team that thrives in a fast-paced environment.


• Serve as a subject matter expert in bakery and manufacturing processes.


• Track and achieve key performance indicators (KPIs) in areas such as safety, quality, cost, and delivery.


• Collaborate closely with the General Manager to align facility vision and operational execution.


• Manage the entire operational value chain to ensure seamless production.

Performance Metrics

• Safety: Reduce near misses, lost time, and recordables.


• Quality: Improve customer complaints, SQF compliance, and audit scores.


• Cost: Minimize waste, overtime percentage, and material costs while driving efficiency.


• Delivery: Achieve customer fulfillment and frozen attainment goals.


• Retention: Enhance employee training and engagement to minimize turnover.

Core Competencies

• Proven leadership in high-paced production environments.


• Deep understanding of manufacturing and operational processes.


• Ability to translate strategy into actionable plans.


• Exceptional communication skills across all organizational levels.


• Strategic thinker with the ability to see the big picture and align efforts to company goals.


• Strong computational skills and data analysis proficiency.


• Expertise in Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Operations Management, or a related field.


• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in food manufacturing management.


• Six Sigma Black Belt certification strongly preferred.


• Bi-lingual capabilities are an asset.

Benefits

Company Benefits:

• Medical and Vision Insurance


• Dental Insurance


• 401k


• Life Insurance and Long Term Disability (Company Paid!)


• Upbeat and positive work environment


• Advancement Opportunity


• Growing Company


• Training opportunities

Job Type:

 Full-time

Pay: 

$100,000.00 - $110,000.00 annual salary