PRODUCTION MANAGER AT FOOD MANUFACTURING PLANT - MIDDLETOWN, PA

Compass Group
life insurance, short term disability, long term disability
United States, Pennsylvania, Middletown
3201 Fulling Mill Road (Show on map)
Feb 07, 2025
Fresh & Ready Foods Schedule: Managers on-site are required to work Saturdays, holidays, and extended hours may be required based on business needs. Requirement: USDA/FDA/SQF (SAFE QUALITY FOODS), HACCP, or Fresh Prepared foods preferred. WE MAKE IT EASY! You can now chat or text-to-apply, in addition to our standard online apply. Just text JOB to 75000 & search for the requisition ID number 1396699 . Click here to view more. You can now prerecord video introductions. Be more than just words on a resume and get in front of the hiring manager faster. Click here to get a sneak peek preview. If you have a positive attitude and a love for learning, you may be interested in joining our team. Full time associates at Fresh and Ready Foods are offered many fantastic benefits such as: Medical Dental Vision Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) Commuter Benefits Wellness Program Employee Assistance Program Life Insurance for Associates and Eligible Dependents Short Term Disability (STD) and Long Term Disability (LTD) Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance Discount Marketplace And other voluntary benefits Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Maryland, Washington State, or to be performed Remotely, click here for information on additional company-provided time off benefits. Job Summary: Being part of Fresh & Ready Foods is about making a difference. As a Production Manager of Food, you will be responsible for planning, directing and coordinating the activities of production employees within a manufacturing food plant. Key Responsibilities: * Meet production * Participate in food quality meetings * Write daily and weekly production schedule * Lead, train, and develop staff * Collaborate with Kitchen, Pack Out, and Quality Assurance Managers * Verify food safety records are completed * Monitor proper portioning and standardized recipes are followed * Investigate any overages or shortages * Monitor labeling of all items for accurate information * Schedule maintenance on all equipment * Manages all financials including: planning, budget development, analysis and financial reporting * Verify and submit payroll * Proactive and positive; interacts professionally with a diverse group of associates, peers, managers, suppliers, clients and customers * Implement all federal, state, and local regulations Preferred Qualifications: * USDA/FDA/SQF (Safe Quality Foods), HACCP or Fresh Prepared foods preferred * Strong Excel & computer skills * Ability to spend 80%-90% on the production floor * The ability to adapt to changes * Strong organizational skills * Excellent knowledge of food with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, portion controls, and presentation a plus * A.A. Degree plus four years of directly related experience preferred * Four plus years of food manufacturing experience preferred Physical requirements: * Must be able to push, lift and carry up to 50 lbs. * The ability to work in temperatures ranging from 34 to 40 degrees * Must be able to stand for long periods of time Fresh and Ready Foodsmaintains a drug-free workplace About Compass Group: Achieving leadership in the foodservice industry Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law. Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation.Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis Fresh & Ready Foods