This role will lead manufacturing operations to achieve safety, quality, productivity, and cost goals while fostering team development and driving continuous improvement across all production processes.
Responsibilities
Oversee daily manufacturing processes to meet or exceed safety, quality, productivity, cost, and team performance targets.
Use Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to measure performance and drive process improvements.
Apply the Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA) model to analyze root causes and implement lasting solutions when goals are not met. Lead continuous improvement initiatives to increase throughput, eliminate waste, and improve scheduling and efficiency.
Supervise, coach, and develop manufacturing team members to ensure consistent performance and engagement.
Ensure compliance with all regulatory and quality requirements, including GMPs, SOPs, OSHA, and FDA standards.
Promote a culture of safety, accountability, and employee involvement across all operations.
Oversee material availability, product quality, and on-time delivery through effective resource allocation.
Facilitate daily and weekly operational reviews to ensure alignment with short- and long-term production goals.
Support new product launches in collaboration with business and production teams.
Lead workforce planning and training programs to build flexibility and ensure succession readiness.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
Competitive salary and performance-based bonus (15%) program
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off and holidays
401(k) with company match
Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
Employee discount programs
This role will lead manufacturing operations to achieve safety, quality, productivity, and cost goals while fostering team development and driving continuous improvement across all production processes.
Responsibilities
Oversee daily manufacturing processes to meet or exceed safety, quality, productivity, cost, and team performance targets.
Use Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to measure performance and drive process improvements.
Apply the Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA) model to analyze root causes and implement lasting solutions when goals are not met. Lead continuous improvement initiatives to increase throughput, eliminate waste, and improve scheduling and efficiency.
Supervise, coach, and develop manufacturing team members to ensure consistent performance and engagement.
Ensure compliance with all regulatory and quality requirements, including GMPs, SOPs, OSHA, and FDA standards.
Promote a culture of safety, accountability, and employee involvement across all operations.
Oversee material availability, product quality, and on-time delivery through effective resource allocation.
Facilitate daily and weekly operational reviews to ensure alignment with short- and long-term production goals.
Support new product launches in collaboration with business and production teams.
Lead workforce planning and training programs to build flexibility and ensure succession readiness.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
Competitive salary and performance-based bonus (15%) program
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off and holidays
401(k) with company match
Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
Employee discount programs
Req on Hold.
About job
Direct hire
Manufacturing
Food Production
Mid Level (5-8 yrs exp.)
High school or equivalent
Ayer, MA
On site
01432
production manager, Minimum 5 years of supervisory or management experience in a manufacturing environment in food, beverage, biotech, or pharmaceutical
Specialized Recruiting Group - Boxborough, MA
