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Tropicale Foods

Production Manager

Lubbock, TX · On-site

The Production Manager is responsible for providing leadership and direction within the ... Requirements: • Minimum of 5 years of production leadership experience, in a food manufacturing ...

3P Partners

Plant Manager

Buffalo, NY · On-site

Assure attainment of business objectives and production schedules while ensuring product standards ... Good Manufacturing Practices, Policies and Procedures outlined in our Safe Quality Food Program.

Ajinomoto Cambrooke, Inc.

Production Manager

Ayer, MA

The incumbent is responsible for managing, motivating, and developing production staff in addition ... Work is performed primarily in a food/beverage manufacturing environment. Ability to work extended ...

SIP Manufacturing, LLC

Production Lead

Lake Elsinore, CA · On-site

$18.25 - $25.25/hr

... in department. • Assist the Supervisor to address day to day production issues, including ... manufacturing management experience. Food manufacturing experience ideal. Knowledge of health ...

HE Gummy USA Inc

Production Manager

Sarasota, FL · On-site

We are seeking an experienced, bilingual Production Manager to lead our manufacturing operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in nutraceutical, pharmaceutical, or food-grade ...

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As of Jun 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for production manager job in food manufacturing in the United States is $70,872.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $56,000.00 and $80,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.
Production Manager

Production Manager

Tropicale Foods

Lubbock, TX • On-site

Full-time

Posted 17 days ago

Job description

Position Overview:

The Production Manager is responsible for providing leadership and direction within the Manufacturing Department. This role oversees production operations, product quality, safety, cost controls, and performance metrics across all manufacturing lines. The Production Manager also supervises Production Supervisors and plays an active role in staffing decisions, including hiring, corrective actions, and terminations. This position requires regular exercise of discretion and independent judgment.


Responsibilities:

•Coordinate production schedules and related activities with all departments, including Preventive Maintenance (PM) and Sanitation. 

•Meet or exceed established production standards and KPIs. 

•Support new product development, testing, and product launches. 

•Ensure adherence to product formulations and specifications. 

•Manage and control costs related to labor, raw materials, packaging, and waste. 

•Participate in continuous improvement and operator training initiatives.

•Provide daily leadership, coaching, and development for Production Supervisors. 

•Make recommendations regarding hiring, corrective action, and terminations. 

•Foster effective communication across all levels of the organization. 

•Promote a positive and productive work environment.

•Enforce compliance with GMP, OSHA, HACCP, and company policies. 

•Maintain high product quality and safety standards. 

•Ensure accurate completion and review of production documentation and logs.

•Maintain high standards of sanitation and housekeeping across production areas. 

•Participate in the implementation, review, and maintenance of HACCP programs. 

•Coordinate with the Sanitation Department on sanitation activities and projects. 

•Ensure continuous readiness for AIB and other audits.



    Requirements:

    •Minimum of 5 years of production leadership experience, in a food manufacturing environment

    •Strong leadership, communication, problem solving, and decision making skills. 

    •Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast paced environment. 

    •Demonstrated knowledge of GMP, HACCP, and regulatory requirements.


    Physical Requirements:

    The physical demands and work environment described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential function of this job.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.


    Physical Demands: 

    While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs, balance; stoop, kneel or crouch; talk and hear.  The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.   

    Work Environment: 

    While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to a general office environment where the noise level is usually moderate. As part of the job requirements employee may be exposed to work in a production setting and cold temperature (-20 degrees) at times.

    Disclaimer:

    This position description indicates the general nature and level of work expected.  It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required.  Employee may be asked to perform other duties as required.



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