Industrial Production Manager at The Neil Jones Food Company

Firebaugh, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

23 Apr, 26

Salary

101500.0

Posted On

23 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Supervision, Production Support, Troubleshooting, Process Analysis, Equipment Start-up, Quality Control, Food Processing, Aseptic Processing, Microsoft Office, Labor Efficiency, Budget Management, Employee Productivity, Root Cause Analysis, CIP Processes, Operational Standards

Industry

Food and Beverage Manufacturing

Description

The Neil Jones Food Company is an industry leader, processing superior quality fresh-packed, vine-ripened California tomatoes and Pacific Northwest fruit. Headquartered in Vancouver, Washington, NJFC has been providing our nation’s discerning foodservice, retail, industrial and institutional customers with the finest quality canned and pouched products for over 50 years. NJFC operates three production facilities: Northwest Packing in Vancouver, WA.; San Benito Foods, in Hollister, CA; and Toma-Tek in Firebaugh, CA. We are looking for an Industrial Production Manager to provide supervisory and production support for Industrial Operations. During fresh pack production this position oversees production throughput and efficiency as well as supervising labor efficiency and execution of quality on the shift. This leader will be responsible for supervising personnel, ensuring a high level of employee productivity while managing departmental resources within budget limitations and effectively supporting an efficient production operation at our TomaTek plant in Firebaugh, CA. For additional information, please see our “About Us” video, Our Story - Neil Jones Food Company [https://neiljonesfoodcompany.com/about-us/] Key Responsibilities: * Supervises operation of plant equipment and systems. * Troubleshoots, directs and coordinates with staff to effectively correct malfunctions with equipment, through determining root cause fault identification and eliminating repeated failures. * Supervises activities on utility systems to provide continuous supply of heat, steam, electric power, gas, or air required for operations. * Supports operations in equipment start-up, shut down and CIP processes. * Inspect operating machines and equipment for conformance with operational standards. Requirements: * Associate's degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school in manufacturing operations, business, logistics, or related field; Bachelor’s degree preferred; or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the key responsibilities of this position. * 2 years’ experience directly related to maintenance/production supervisory with process analysis and troubleshooting experience. Two years’ experience in a supervisory or management role. * 2 years’ experience in food processing environment, preferably in the tomato industry, including aseptic processing as well as formulated sauce processing. * Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs, including Excel and Word. * Ability to pass a pre-employment drug test, background check including employment and educational verification, credit screen, and to work extended schedule and weekends during the fresh pack season, typically July to early October. Compensation: The salary range is $91,000 - $101,500, based on experience and qualifications. Benefits: * Medical, Dental, & Vision coverage * 401(k) match with Traditional & Roth options available * Company paid Life and AD&D insurance * 10 paid vacation days, 9 paid holidays, and separate sick time * Employee Assistance Program * Numerous other voluntary insurance products available * Free parking Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) [http://www.dol.gov/whd/regs/compliance/posters/fmla.htm] Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) [https://www.eeoc.gov/employers/eeo-law-poster] Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA) [http://www.dol.gov/whd/regs/compliance/posters/eppa.htm] The Neil Jones Food Company participates in E-Verify E-Verify Participation [https://www.e-verify.gov/sites/default/files/everify/posters/EVerifyParticipationPoster.pdf] If You Have the Right to Work, Don't Let Anyone Take It Away [https://www.e-verify.gov/sites/default/files/everify/posters/IER_RightToWorkPoster%20Eng_Es.pdf] We are an Equal Opportunity and Fair Chance Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, age, citizenship status, genetic information, military or veteran status, and other protected status under applicable law. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Responsibilities

The Industrial Production Manager supervises plant equipment operations and coordinates troubleshooting efforts. They ensure production efficiency and quality while managing departmental resources.