2nd Shift Production Manager

Job Description

Position Title: 2nd Shift Production Manager

Reports To: Director of Operations

Shift: 2nd Shift (M-F From 3pm-11pm)

Salary Range : $82K to $90K based on experience.

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Position Summary:

The 2nd Shift Production Manager is responsible for overseeing all aspects of production operations during the second shift, ensuring adherence to quality, safety, and efficiency standards. This hands-on leadership role includes managing production, baking, and packaging functions through direct supervision of shift leads and collaboration across departments. The manager ensures production goals are met while cultivating a high-performing, motivated team.

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Key Responsibilities:

Leadership & Team Development

· Provide strong leadership to production teams to ensure operational excellence.

· Supervise and coach 2nd shift line leads (Prep and Packaging), fostering leadership development and accountability.

· Build and maintain a team culture focused on safety, quality, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

· Collaborate with HR to drive employee engagement, training, onboarding, and development initiatives.

Production Oversight

· Manage end-to-end operations of prep, baking, and packaging on the 2nd shift to meet production targets and customer expectations.

· Monitor daily KPIs, including yield, efficiency, downtime, and quality performance.

· Oversee ingredient processing in collaboration with the Materials Department to ensure timely and accurate batching.

· Facilitate SKU changes and seasonal production shifts in coordination with Planning and R&D.

Operational Excellence

· Implement and sustain Lean manufacturing principles to drive process improvements, reduce waste, and improve throughput.

· Partner with cross-functional teams (Quality, Maintenance, Planning, Materials, and Sanitation) to resolve issues and optimize performance.

· Maintain compliance with cGMPs, HACCP, FSMA, and customer specifications.

Compliance, Safety & Reporting

· Ensure a safe working environment by enforcing company policies and OSHA guidelines.

· Conduct regular safety audits and implement corrective actions as needed.

· Maintain accurate and timely production documentation, including shift handoff reports and performance summaries.

· Support and participate in internal and third-party audits (FDA, Health Dept, SQF, etc.).

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Required Qualifications:

· 2–3 years of supervisory experience in a food manufacturing or production environment.

· Demonstrated knowledge of food safety regulations (GMP, HACCP, FSMA).

· Proficiency in problem-solving, root cause analysis, and decision-making.

· Strong communication and interpersonal skills, capable of working with all levels of the organization.

· Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

· Physical ability to stand or sit for extended periods and work in a manufacturing environment.

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Preferred Qualifications:

· Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Business, Operations Management, or related field or match worked year experience .

· Experience with Lean Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies.

· Experience using ERP systems (e.g., SAP) for production tracking and inventory management.

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Additional Expectations Specific to 2nd Shift Management:

· Shift Leadership: Proven ability to manage off-shift teams, ensuring high productivity and smooth transitions between shifts.

· Communication: Strong written and verbal communication to ensure effective handoffs and cross-shift continuity.

· Flexibility: Willingness to adapt to changing production priorities and schedules, including occasional extended or modified hours.

· Team Building: Skilled in motivating and mentoring staff in non-standard hours to maintain engagement and performance.

· Crisis Management: Able to resolve unexpected issues independently while upholding quality and safety standards.

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This role is essential to ensuring Michele’s Granola meets its production goals while upholding the highest standards of product quality, safety, and team performance. If you're a hands-on leader passionate about food production and building high-performing teams, we’d love to hear from you.

Full-time