Bilingual Production Manager

Job Title: Bilingual Spanish Production ManagerLocation: Indio, CA 92201Schedule: Full-Time | 100% Onsite | First Shift, Monday–FridayEmployment Type: Direct HireCompensation: $75,000–$85,000 annually, Depending on Experience (D.O.E.)Additional Requirements: Must be open to working overtime and weekends as needed. *Company has rotation shifts.Position OverviewA growing food packaging and manufacturing company in the Coachella Valley is seeking a Bilingual Spanish Production Manager to oversee all production floor activities and lead first-shift operations. This hands-on role is responsible for ensuring production goals are met while maintaining quality, food safety, employee safety, and operational efficiency.Key ResponsibilitiesManage all daily production activities to meet output, quality, and safety goals.Schedule, supervise, train, and evaluate production employees and line leaders.Enforce company policies and implement corrective actions as needed.Monitor line utilization, efficiencies, and continuous improvement initiatives.Ensure all required quality checks, inspections, and safety procedures are followed.Coordinate with Scheduling, Inventory, Maintenance, and other departments to ensure materials, supplies, and equipment are available.Assist with inventory control, FIFO, purchasing of production supplies, and production reporting.Perform special projects and work overtime and weekends as needed.Minimum Requirements4+ years of Production Manager experience in a manufacturing environment; food packaging, produce, or agricultural manufacturing experience required.Bilingual in English and Spanish (spoken and written) is required.Strong leadership experience managing employee scheduling, training, and performance.Working knowledge of GMPs, food safety standards, quality control, and OSHA regulations.Experience with inventory control, FIFO, purchasing, and production reporting.Proficiency with Microsoft Office and ERP or production management software.Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.