Assistant Plant Manager, Coffee

RESPONSIBILITES

Ensures that the daily production schedule is achieved, safely and efficiently and that outputs meet established specifications. Manages the Shift Supervisors and Shift Leads to accomplish these goals.

Ensures worker compliance with all company policies and procedures as well as GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), FSSC 22000 (Food Safety Standards) and FDA (Food Drug Administration) requirements.

Leads the day-to-day operation of the Cherry Hill Plant. Overcomes routine production and personnel issues as necessary with minimal support.

Leads, promotes, motivates, and develops employees and is a role model regarding our leadership principles and our values.

Oversees Daily Management Reporting and our Shop Floor Communication efforts.

Oversees Plant Floor and Facility Maintenance Program.

Documents and analyzes daily production outputs to ensure goals are consistently met.

Works with the “Training, Safety and Environmental” Specialist to ensure plant employees have the skills required to perform job tasks safely and efficiently.

Ensures and maintains a continuous flow of product within the plant to maximize machine utilization and personnel effectiveness.

Works with Plant Purchasing to help ensure inventory accuracy.

Works with Plant Logistics to ensure an orderly flow of materials in/out of the building.

Shares ideas for improving our operational effectiveness with the Cherry Hill Management Team on an ongoing basis, based on a thorough understanding and analysis of plant issues/challenges.

Recommends, supports, and helps implement continuous improvement initiatives to optimize results and improve delivery quality.

Supports Process Improvement Initiatives.

Acts as a Liaison with Human Resources, Engineering and Quality Departments.

Participates in the Recruiting and Selection of hourly staff / supervisors when required.

Direct Reports include Maintenance Supervisor, Floor Supervisors and Shift Leads.

REQUIREMENTS

4-Year Bachelor’s Degree (Engineering, Science, Math and/or Operations Management preferred)

8 + years of Production Management in the food or packaging industry

5 + years of Managerial or Supervisory experience

3 + years of Project Management

Good knowledge of food industry standards (GMPs and Food Safety Standards)

Coffee Manufacturing Experience a plus

SAP Experience Preferred

Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access)

Understanding of Lean Manufacturing Principles