Production Manager

Production ManagerAt Niagara, we're looking for team members who want to be part of achieving our mission to provide our customers the highest quality most affordable bottled water.Consider applying here, if you want to:Work in an entrepreneurial and dynamic environment with a chance to make an impact.Develop lasting relationships with great people.Have the opportunity to build a satisfying career.We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages for our team members.This position is responsible for managing daily operations of the production department; ensuring the plant meets established safety, quality, and production goals in compliance with all applicable legal and food safety requirements.Essential functions include:Managing and directing activities of the production department, ensuring the product adheres to Niagara's standard of safety, quality, and throughput.Collaborating with the planning department to create production schedules that meet both internal and external needs. Establishing and adjusting work procedures and schedules to meet production plan.Maintaining effective working relationships with team members through open communication, visibility, and involvement to promote a positive working environment that maximizes safety, employee engagement, productivity, and throughput.Providing direction to supervisors on team member coaching and development, employment decisions, and resolving issues through conflict resolution. Hiring, training, coaching, and reviewing performance of team members. Partnering with Human Resources for recruitment, corrective actions, and terminations.Collaborating with Maintenance Department leadership to plan preventative maintenance on the production lines.Analyzing and submitting reports for production numbers, downtime, attendance, overtime, and quality checks to the Plant Director.Collaborating with the Plant Director and Planning Department to develop the Production Department budget and forecast.Developing, recommending, and implementing measures to improve production methods, equipment performance, and quality of product.Developing capital equipment justification for machine upgrades and process technology to improve quality, cost, and cycle times.Suggesting changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase efficiency of department personnel.Interfaces with multiple departments within the organization to ensure customer deadlines are met.Collaborating with plant leadership to champion a world-class safety culture.Adhering to the highest standards of company and plant safety programs, guidelines, rules, and regulations.Abides by Niagara's Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP's) and Food Safety Standards at all times.Collaborating with raw material planners to ensure correct inventories based on production schedules. Escalating supplier quality issues to prevent customer shortages.Partnering with the Quality Department to prevent and resolve Non-Conforming Finished Goods and Non-Conforming Raw Materials.Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of the job.Please note this job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without prior notice.Qualifications:Minimum Qualifications:6 Years Experience in field or similar manufacturing environment6 Years Experience in position4 Years Experience managing people/projectsUnderstanding of production processes and controls*experience may include a combination of work experience and educationPreferred Qualifications:10+ Years Experience in field or similar manufacturing environment10+ Years Experience working in position6 Years Experience managing people/projects*experience may include a combination of work experience and educationCompetencies:Lead Like an OwnerManages a safe working environment, accurately documents safety related training, and effectively communicates safety incidentsProvides strategic input and oversight to departmental projectsMakes data driven decisions and develops sustainable solutionsSkilled in reducing costs and managing timelines while prioritizing long run impact over short term winsMakes decisions by putting overall company success first before department/individual successLeads/facilitates discussions to get positive outcomes for the customerMakes strategic decisions which prioritize the needs of the customer over departmental/individual goalsInnovACTContinuously evaluates existing programs and processes, and develops new initiatives to increase efficiency and reduce wasteCreates, monitors, and responds to departmental performance metrics to drive continuous improvementCommunicates a clear vision, organizes resources effectively, and adjusts the strategy as needed when managing changeFind a WayDemonstrates ability to think analytically and synthesize complex informationEffectively delegates technical tasks to subordinatesWorks effectively with departments, vendors, and customers to achieve organizational successIdentifies opportunities for collaboration in strategic waysEmpowered to be GreatMakes hiring decisions primarily based on culture fit and attitude, and secondarily based on technical expertiseEngages in long term talent planningProvides opportunities for the development of all direct reportsUnderstands, identifies, and addresses conflict within own team and between teamsEducation:Minimum Required:Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or related vocational studiesPreferred:Master's Degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or related vocational studiesCertification/License:Required: N/APreferred: N/AForeign Language:Required: None RequiredPreferred: None RequiredBenefits:Our total rewards package is thoughtfully designed to support both you and your family:Regular full-time team members are offered a comprehensive benefits package, while part-time, intern, and seasonal team members are offered a limited benefits package.Paid time off for holidays, sick time, and vacation timePaid parental and caregiver leavesMedical, including virtual care optionsDentalVision401(k) with company matchHealth Savings Account with company matchFlexible Spending AccountsExpanded mental wellbeing benefits including free counseling sessions for all team members and household family membersFamily building benefits including enhanced fertility benefits for IVF and fertility preservation plus adoption, surrogacy, and Doula reimbursementsIncome protection including Life and AD&D, short and long-term disability, critical illness, and an accident planSpecial discount programs including pet plans, pre-paid legal services, identity theft, car rental, airport parking, etc.Tuition reimbursement, college savings plan, and scholarship opportunitiesAnd more!