Qualifications

• Associate's degree or equivalent technical education preferred.
• Experience formulating recipes and operating formulation equipment required.
• 2+ years of leadership or supervisory experience in manufacturing or food production preferred.
• Strong knowledge of production operations, food safety, and quality standards.
• Ability to read procedures, analyze data, and solve operational problems quickly.
• Strong communication, leadership, and team-building skills.
• Solid math and organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily formulation operations by coordinating with Procurement, Maintenance, and Quality to maximize efficiency.
• Supervise, coach, hire, train, and develop Coordinators and team members while managing performance.
• Monitor production, maintenance, and quality reports to identify issues and implement corrective actions.
• Improve processes, procedures, equipment performance, and product quality through continuous improvement initiatives.
• Adjust schedules and priorities based on production demands or changing business needs.
• Enforce safety, food safety, and quality standards while promoting a safe workplace.
• Support hands-on production activities as needed.

Benefits

• Collaborative work environment emphasizing teamwork and innovation.
• Opportunity for hands-on leadership and mentoring roles in a fast-paced setting.
• Engagement in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality.
• A focus on professional development and employee performance management.
• Commitment to a safe and compliant workplace culture.