Production Manager Summary

Production Manager job opening in the greater Chicago, Illinois area. A highly-regarded food production facility is seeking to fill a Production Manager job opening in the Greater, Chicago, Illinois area. The Production Manager job will help lead their team in completing daily assignments. JMJ Phillip’s manufacturing recruiters are pursuing motivated job seekers who wish to grow in a supportive setting.

Chicago Production Manager Overview:

The Chicago-area Production Manager will oversee a Production Leadership Team that spans across all shifts. The ideal candidate will be a dynamic firecracker, with a flair for fun, but a keen sense of responsibility. The perfect Production Manager will eliminate any hiccups facing their team with a high level of finesse. This person filling this role should be equipped with the experience that makes them a go-to for inquiries on the plant floor. The Production Manager will work to heighten product quality and improve upon food safety practices at the Chicago-area facility. The job requires collaboration with the Product Line and Scheduling teams to establish production schedules. The Production Manager will make sure all HAACP and GMP’s are being followed. This Chicago-area job requires an eye for planning, scheduling, and efficiency.

Chicago Area Production Manager Job Opening

• The right candidate will track productions and create monthly reports.
• Improve safety awareness, behavior, and conditions in the Chicago-area plant
• Communicate across teams to improve efficiencies and increase growth.
• Coordinate with maintenance staff to ensure proper repair of processing equipment.
• The position requires working closely with product development and research departments.
• The Production Manager should be adaptable when faced with issues. 

Production Manager (Chicago Area) Job Requirements:

• Applicants should carry a high school diploma or GED; bachelor’s degree is preferred.
• A minimum of ten years of related experience is required.
• Candidates should be familiar with Lean manufacturing principles.
• Applicants will ideally have experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and e-mail.
• Responsible nature is required for this position.

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