Processing Manager

Leprino Foods Company•Lemoore, CA

3d•$121,000 - $140,000•Onsite

About The Position

Within our 1000-person manufacturing facility in Lemoore, Leprino is seeking a Production Manager (Processing) to move our organization to even larger levels of cheese and dairy ingredient growth! We take pride in our vision to be "world's best", it is why we work harder, invest more, and continually innovate. At Leprino, starting compensation for this role typically ranges between $121,000 and $140,000. This position has an annual target bonus of 15%. What You’ll Do: Provides leadership in the Processing Production Department by implementing and maintaining programs in technical training, safety, quality, communications, performance recognition and internal employee development in order to ensure peak employee productivity. Responsible for outlining and managing the work of the supervisors in the Processing Department. Actively leads the processes for performance management, employee development and engagement. Builds and fosters strong working relationships, collaborative teams and a positive work environment. Implements company and plant policies fairly and consistently. Manages the Processing production process to assure the highest quality finished products that meet company and customer specifications and government regulations. Maintains high productivity and cost effectiveness through proper scheduling production operations, maintenance, and workforce. Manages the department budget within established guidelines ensuring financial objectives are met. Ensures production yields and efficiencies are met as defined by budgetary and Corporate standards. Manages the departments financial performance to assure that a quality product is provided at the least possible cost. At Leprino, we believe in equal employment opportunity and make employment decisions based on each individual’s unique talents, experience, skills, and knowledge; we do not discriminate on the basis of any personal characteristics. We know we are better together and are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive culture in which all employees can thrive. Offering You In Return: A chance to be part of a global team of individuals passionate about producing and delivering high-quality products that help feed and nourish families around the world. Leprino could not be where it is today without our incredible employees. That is why we share in our success together by rewarding you for your hard work. Hiring great people who are in it for the long run is our goal. Through competitive salaries and bonuses, life, medical/dental/vision coverage, voluntary benefits, employee assistance programs, wellness incentives, tuition assistance, vacation, ten paid holidays, sick time, paid parental leave, annual merit increases, as well as the LFC Profit-Sharing & 401(k) plan. Your impact will be noticed and rewarded, as you seek to further our company, our customers, and one another. Our Story: Leprino’s history dates back to the 1950s, when Jim Leprino first started making small batches of mozzarella for local markets and eateries in the Little Italy neighborhood of Denver. We’ve grown a bit since then. Today, Leprino is the world’s largest manufacturer of mozzarella and lactose, and a leading producer of whey protein. Still owned by the Leprino family, our sights are set to be the “World’s Best Dairy Food and Ingredient Company.” From a small corner grocery store we have grown to over 5,500 employees throughout the globe. Will you join us on our journey?

Requirements

College Degree in Food Science, Dairy Technology or related field, or similar work experience in related industry
8+ years of experience in food manufacturing
2+ years of progressive leadership experience
Proficient computer knowledge, with familiarity or ability to learn SAP or other manufacturing computer systems
Technical understanding of packaging systems and mechanical aptitude for diagnosing operational issues.
Familiarity with HACCP, GMPs, and sanitation practices that ensure food safety excellence!

Nice To Haves

Experience in dairy or cheese manufacturing, particularly in packaging or processing operations.
Direct leadership experience over supervisors

Responsibilities

Provides leadership in the Processing Production Department by implementing and maintaining programs in technical training, safety, quality, communications, performance recognition and internal employee development in order to ensure peak employee productivity.
Responsible for outlining and managing the work of the supervisors in the Processing Department.
Actively leads the processes for performance management, employee development and engagement.
Builds and fosters strong working relationships, collaborative teams and a positive work environment.
Implements company and plant policies fairly and consistently.
Manages the Processing production process to assure the highest quality finished products that meet company and customer specifications and government regulations.
Maintains high productivity and cost effectiveness through proper scheduling production operations, maintenance, and workforce.
Manages the department budget within established guidelines ensuring financial objectives are met.
Ensures production yields and efficiencies are met as defined by budgetary and Corporate standards.
Manages the departments financial performance to assure that a quality product is provided at the least possible cost.