Mgr Production presso ACH Food Companies, Inc.

Who We Are:

 ACH Food Companies, Inc. (ACH) is a prominent consumer packaged goods company. In North America, we market, sell, and manufacture a premier branded portfolio of cooking oils and baking ingredients and foodservice brands in the US, Canada, Puerto Rico, and Mexico.  As the U.S. division of Associated British Foods (ABF), a $20 billion-dollar global food business, we have the backing and resources of a major food company, which empowers us to deliver consistent innovation and sustained growth.  We encourage an environment where people have the autonomy to create and deliver within their business. 

The Role:

The Production Manager is responsible for the day-to-day coordination of safe and efficient operations in his/her assigned department.

What You’ll Do:

• Integrates organizational change, continuous process improvement, and quality improvement techniques.  Provides technical expertise to improve operations.
• Supports development of annual budget.  Ensures activities occur to meet those goals and objectives.
• Manages tracking mechanisms to identify downtime conducts and root cause analysis.  
• Reviews the process equipment flow and recommends and implements improvements which ensure maximum equipment efficiencies are being met.
• Consistently and effectively communicates and promotes company and plant vision.
• Participates in projects from inception to completion including design, justification, equipment selection, installation, and start up.  Assists in developing annual Capital Spending Plan.
• Maintains good employee relations including strong feedback and communication; maintains a fair and consistent approach to recognition, disciplinary action and maintenance of good working relationships with all employees.
• Ensures all corporate and regulatory safety rules and guidelines are followed.
• Ensures all corporate and regulatory quality rules and guidelines are followed including supporting external customer requirements including SQF certification.
• Shall report all food safety and quality problems to personnel with authority to initiate action.
• Actively involved in all phases of CIL activities and procedures for operating personnel.
• Prepares Management Reviews for all direct reports.   Develops and implements personal development plans to foster growth of Production Supervisors.
• Encourages and promotes both personal and professional development of subordinates.
• Shall be responsible for enforcing cGMP’s.
• Leads cross-functional, process improvement teams in PDCA and DMAIC methodologies, Root Cause Problem Solving (5W-1H & 5-Why), value stream mapping, A3, 5S, SMED, and error proofing.  
• Develops T-Max standards and OEE targets for each packaging line by performing line capability studies, throughput studies, equipment cycle-time analysis, and downtime tracking with an overall goal of identifying and prioritizing areas of opportunity.
• Develops, implements, and sustains a root cause analysis model to be utilized throughout the facility.  Leads training of the factory leadership team and shop floor associates in utilizing root cause analysis tools such as:  5W-1H, 6M fishbone analysis, 5-Why, and countermeasure development, implementation, and replication.
• Leads the development of standard work at the leadership & shop floor levels.  Improves upon established standards and challenges “status quo” through a collaborative process improvement process.  
• Shall be an SQF practitioner.
• Shall cover for Plant Manager & Supervisors in their absence.
• Other work-related duties as assigned.

 What You’ll Need: 

• Requires bachelor’s degree in a technical field
• Requires 5-7 years of relevant experience and supervisory experience.  Strong working knowledge of food safety procedures and programs; and in-depth knowledge of food processing requirements/standards.
• Requires PC skills including MS office products, e-mail, and AS400. Knowledge of packaging equipment is desired.
• SQF Practitioner or obtain within 6-9 months.
• HACCP certification or obtain within 6-9 months
• Certification in Six Sigma / Lean Manufacturing is desired.

What We Offer:

• Comprehensive PPO Medical Plan
• Dental Insurance
• Free Vision Insurance
• 100% 401(k) Matching Program
• Eleven (11) paid holidays per year
• On-site Gym

Salary Range:

• Starting Salary Range: $133,800-$169,470. This includes the starting base pay range. Exact compensation will vary based on candidates' qualifications, job related knowledge and experience and specific location.
• Variable Pay is included in compensation package yet not part of base salary range. 

Benefits: 

•  Employees at ACH Food Companies, Inc. enjoy a comprehensive suite of benefits designed to support you throughout your employment.  
• ACH offers a choice of two PPO medical plans with low deductibles and dental coverage.  
• Vision and Life Insurance are provided at no charge.  
• Employees can elect additional life insurance coverage as well as participate in a 401(k) with a company matching contribution.
• Argo Plant employees receive uniforms and appropriate casual business wear with the ACH logo. 
• Argo Plant employees receive yearly safety shoe and safety eyewear reimbursement/credit for purchases.

“All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.”

ACH is an equal opportunity employer. We see value in ensuring a diverse, inclusive, merit-based, and equitable workplace.