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Production Manager

PJ Food Service, Inc.
QCC IA, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 12/5/2025 CLOSED ON 2/3/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Manager position at PJ Food Service, Inc.?

What’s Unique About You Is What Makes Us Better! Diversity is our strength and competitive advantage. Bring your flavor to the Papa John's team today! Job Summary The Production Manager is responsible for leading a team manufacturing dough, meeting quality expectations measured by in-house audits, periodic product sampling & testing, customer feedback and consumer response.  Responsible for all aspects of production and safety operations to allow the Production Facility (QCC) to maintain operations and productivity.   Duties and Responsibilities Oversee all operations of dough production and sanitation to ensure product quality and consistency.   Manage and develop a team in an automated food manufacturing and distribution environment.    Provide demonstrated leadership in safety awareness and performance in the department and throughout the QCC.   Function as a key member on the Center Leadership Team in leading and demonstrating Papa John’s Core values while ensuring daily business and customer service objectives are achieved.   Establish department goals and objectives in alignment with Center and Company goals.   Lead and participate in major projects and manage outside contractors as necessary.   Control labor cost through effective planning and scheduling.   Maintain a high level of productivity through a documented program of on-the-job training, measurement and follow-up.   Conduct periodic dough sampling and testing   Maintain productivity standards by providing metrics surrounding key performance indicators. Implement ways to increase productivity levels/performance through knowledge of formal continuous improvement methodology.   Develop and manage department budget and manage all financial aspects of the department including capital project estimates and payroll.      Coordinate contingency plans with the Center Leadership Team in order to minimize operational interruptions in the event of equipment breakdowns.   Provide out of hours contact and support leadership, to resolve unplanned issues and occurrences Everybody loves pizza, which means they also love the people who are behind the scenes working to deliver it. This is complex and challenging work – but let’s face it – it’s also pizza! If you want a fulfilling career with a company that’s always moving forward, we’re the right place. Papa John's is a Federal Contract employer who participates in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility for each new team member. For more information please view the following PDFs: E-Verify Poster (English) - Right to Work Poster (English) - E-Verify Poster (Spanish) - Right to Work Poster (Spanish) Papa John's is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. For more information please click on the following PDF. See terms & conditions for site use. At Papa John's, we LOVE pizza. It brings people together and brings out the best in all of us. Just like our ingredients and toppings, we combine in unique ways to deliver a truly tantalizing result. Here, you're a valued team member right from the start. We want you to contribute your best ideas, collaborate and keep building your skills.

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