Production Manager

A well-established seafood manufacturing company is looking for a hands-on Production Manager to lead its value-added production line. You’ll manage the production team, keep the line running safely and efficiently, and make sure every product meets our quality and food safety standards.If you’ve managed a food production line, especially one running thermoforming packaging equipment, and you enjoy working on the floor alongside your team, we’d like to hear from you.Position HighlightsSalary: Starting at $120,000 per year, based on experienceSchedule: Monday – Friday, starting at 4:00 AM (ending around 4:00 PM), with occasional weekend work as production requiresArea: Value-added production lineReports to: General ManagerBenefitsHealth insurancePaid time off (PTO)401(k)Short- and long-term disability (STD/LTD)Voluntary life insuranceWhat You’ll DoManage daily operations on the value-added line, including breaded, seasoned, marinated, and portioned seafood productsOversee production on thermoforming equipment, including changeovers, adjustments, and troubleshootingLead, coach, and develop your team to meet safety, quality, productivity, and attendance goalsMake sure GMPs, HACCP, food safety procedures, and company standards are followed every shiftSolve production problems quickly to reduce downtime, waste, and delaysTrain employees so they understand their roles and food safety expectationsWork with Quality, Maintenance, and Warehouse to keep production on trackTrack production metrics, report results and needs to leadership, and drive improvements in efficiency, yields, and safetyBuild a team culture based on accountability, communication, and continuous improvementWhat You BringRequired:Management or supervisory experience in seafood processing or food manufacturingProven ability to lead and hold production employees accountable in a fast-paced environmentSolid knowledge of food safety, GMPs, sanitation, and quality requirementsStrong problem-solving, communication, and organizational skillsAbility to work hands-on in a cold, wet production environmentAvailability for an early start (4:00 AM) and occasional weekendsStrongly preferred:Experience managing a line that uses thermoforming equipment, including changeovers, adjustments, and troubleshootingExperience in value-added seafood or prepared food productsHACCP knowledge and experience in USDA/FDA-regulated facilitiesExperience with production metrics such as labor efficiency, yields, and waste reduction