Production Manager

Company & Culture: 

At GT’s Living Foods, we’re more than just a company – we’re a community passionate about creating a healthier, happier world. Over the last 30 years we’ve built a culture of inclusivity and authenticity, where our shared values create an environment that inspires you to do your best while achieving meaningful results. Our mission to transform health and happiness through potent, living foods has established us as the #1 Kombucha brand and a leader in the Health & Wellness space.

Requirements:

• 5+ years of experience in Food & Beverage or Warehouse, with at least 2 years of people management
• Bachelor’s degree in the field of engineering or business (preferred)

Job Responsibilities:

The Manager, Production, oversees the day-to-day operations of the department and ensures the department is implementing and sustaining employee safety, food safety, quality, and performance standards. This position will identify deficiencies immediately, provide, implement, and sustain solutions, and validate that the outcome meets defined standards. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Enforce current GMPs, OSHA/Safety rules, and SOPs to ensure product quality and consumer safety. Influence and lead a Safety Culture by integrating safety initiatives into department goals. Effectively manage projects to support R&D initiatives and the Continuous Improvement Program. Ensure Key Performance Indicators are met and motivate team to drive results. Monitor/manage department labor budget and initiatives. Problem solve and effectively troubleshoot mechanical systems/equipment failures or issues. Perform sensory evaluation of products. Perform team evaluations and manage personal, team and department goals. Maintain SQF compliance and prepare team for audits. Understand production mixes (batches) and tank schedules to minimize changes, loss, or downtime events. Monitor and ensure product handling and conditioning meets company standards and guidelines. Involves constant movement around varying facility environments, occasionally in hot/wet/humid (80-90°F), cold (30-40°F) and/or loud noise levels.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Data analysis: Utilize reports on manufacturing performance and expenses to develop plans for improvement
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Technical writing skills: continuously update procedures and SOPs
• Organized and able to plan, communicate and train for production demands
• Able to manage multiple high-speed and high-volume lines
• Familiar with HACCP, CIP, and SQF auditing and other quality control procedures

Additional Skills:

• Experience in refrigerated food products/RTE
• Language: Bilingual in Spanish/English (preferred)
• Experience in ERP system (D365 preferred)
• Ability to frequently lift, move and carry up to 50 pounds
• Proficient computer skills, including MS Outlook, Excel, and Word

GT’s Employee Experience (Benefits/Perks):

• Health Insurance: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• 401K with Matching
• Employee Assistance Program
• Discounts on the amazing GT’s product line (available for pickup at headquarters only)
• Corporate Discounts with our partners through LifeMart (concert & sporting event tickets, cell phone service, gifts, restaurants, hotels, childcare, and more!)

Job Details:

• Full-Time (Vernon, CA)
• Pay Rate: $80,000.00 - $90,000.00 Salary

GT's Living Foods, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and maintaining an inclusive culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other basis protected under federal, state or local laws.