General Production Manager (Logistics/Distribution) at Foster Farms

Kelso, Washington, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

21 Jan, 26

Salary

122750.0

Posted On

23 Oct, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Warehouse Management, Scheduling, Data Processing Systems, Organizational Skills, Interpersonal Skills, Leadership Skills, Communication Skills, Budget Preparation, Staffing Analysis, Regulatory Knowledge, HACCP Knowledge, Problem Solving Skills, PC Proficiency, SAP Familiarity, BOSS Familiarity, EWM Familiarity

Industry

Food and Beverage Manufacturing

Description

Company Description Foster Farms has been serving families since 1939. Since the founding days, Foster Farms has always been committed to providing consumers with the highest-quality, best-tasting poultry products available. Our commitment to excellence, honesty, quality, service, and our valued Team Members, will shine through in everything we do. Foster Farms is always looking for talented individuals to join the Foster Farms Team. We offer the experience of a large organization; however, we operate like a family business. More than half of our job openings are filled by internal promotion, and we encourage Team Members to gain a variety of experiences across different functional groups. Job Description Pay Range: $98,200-$122,750 Plus eligible for 10% target bonus We offer our Team Members the following benefits: Medical, dental, and vision health insurance for themselves and their eligible dependents. Voluntary benefits such as Group Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Group Accident Coverage, Group Critical Illness Coverage, Individual Short-Term Disability Insurance, and Whole Life Insurance. Flexible Spending Accounts (Health Care FSA and Dependent Daycare FSA). Employee Assistance Program (EAP). College tuition reimbursement. 401(k) Retirement Plan with a Company-contribution of up to 4%. Vacation, sick, holiday, funeral, and jury duty pay. Job Description: Manage the overall distribution activities which include shipping operations and PNW transportation department. Develop and motivate management to meet the current and future needs of the Company. Ensure department compliance with Company policies, laws and regulations which include USDA, SSOP and HACCP programs and all WISHA required safety programs, ODOT and WDOT. Provide overall direction and guidelines to the Loading Dock, Transportation, and Billing Departments. Provide leadership, direction, and support to the Distribution, including a six exempt TEAM Member, seven clerical employees, and twenty-six shipping union Team Members on four shifts (day, mid-shift, swing, and nights). Ensure proper maintenance of Company assets, make recommendations for acquiring necessary items to support business objectives. Ensure program development that is consistent with Company goals and objectives. Provide timely and efficient transportation services for PNW retail, commodity and operations business groups. Coordinate and ensure the interstate shipping of retail products across Oregon and Washington. Manage the activities that provide for the day-to-day baseline operation and support of 23 tractors and 53 refer trailers. Development and implementation of new systems and procedures. Ensuring the safety and quality of product being delivered. Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications Progressive experience in warehouse and/or scheduling in the food industry. Extensive knowledge of data processing systems and terminology as they relate to warehousing and distribution. Demonstrated organizational, interpersonal and leadership skills. Possess excellent communication skills (written and verbal) Budget preparation and staffing analysis experience. Knowledge of federal, state and county regulations. BS/BA in business administration or similar field or equivalent experience. Experience with HACCP/SSOP programs is preferred. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Open and available to all production hours. Able to handle multiple priorities with competing deadlines. Possess proactive problem solving skills. Proficient use of PC including Excel, Power point and Word. Familiar with SAP, BOSS, EWM & MII. Additional Information All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Foster Farms is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Minorities, Females, Veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Foster Farms participates in E-Verify during the hire process at all locations for all new Team Members.

Responsibilities

Manage overall distribution activities including shipping operations and transportation. Provide leadership and support to various departments while ensuring compliance with company policies and regulations.