Manufacturing Shift Manager Who?
Does Manufacturing Shift Manager sound like your next job title?
This exciting opportunity is offered by Oregon Freeze Dry, makers of Mountain House. Oregon Freeze Dry is a World Class, purpose-driven technology solutions company with nearly six decades of freeze-drying expertise. We find inspiration in our ability to create solutions, through the science and craft of freeze drying or lyophilization, that improve the lives of individuals and communities around the globe. Our driven and passionate team needs to expand, as we continue to experience sustainable growth across multiple markets. What?
This position is responsible overseeing all aspects of food production during their designated shift, ensuring compliance with food safety regulations, quality standards, and production targets.
Main aspects of the role include: Provide strong leadership and direction to the production team, fostering a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement. Plan and organize production schedules, allocate resources effectively, and oversee the execution of production plans to meet quality, quantity, and efficiency targets. Identify training needs and provide coaching and support to production staff to enhance their skills and knowledge in food manufacturing processes, food safety, and hygiene practices. Collaborate with maintenance teams to schedule and oversee preventive maintenance activities, troubleshoot equipment issues, and minimize downtime to ensure smooth production operations. Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs), production metrics, and quality parameters to evaluate performance, identify areas for improvement, and implement corrective actions as necessary. You!
The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Food Engineering or related field is preferred with experience in food manufacturing and at least 3 years in a supervisory or managerial role. This candidate should have in depth knowledge of food safety regulations (ex: FDA, USDA, GMP etc) and quality management systems (HAACP, SQF). The individual should have strong leadership communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to motivate and manage a diverse team. This position does require the ability to work various shifts, including nights, weekends, and overtime.
Curious? Apply with your resume at Careers | Oregon Freeze Dry (ofd.com) or you can find more information about our company on our website. Don't meet all the requirements? Don't sweat! We're always looking for an excuse to discuss your next opportunity. You might just surprise yourself… Oregon Freeze Dry wholeheartedly supports Equality and Diversity in employment and opposes all forms of unlawful or unfair discrimination on the grounds of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships. Criminal background checks may be completed on all applicants. Oregon Freeze Dry is a drug free workplace.
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