Furmano Foods is a trusted family-owned company celebrating 104 years of providing delicious, wholesome foods. Located in Northumberland, PA, we are a single-site manufacturer with 350 dedicated employees. As a 4th-generation, growth-oriented business, we are committed to exceeding customer expectations by practicing biblical principles, delivering exceptional service, and continuously improving.
At Furmano Foods, our Core Values guide everything we do:
✅ Safety – Prioritizing a secure workplace for all
✅ Thankfulness – Appreciating our team, customers, and community
✅ Honesty – Acting with integrity and transparency
✅ Kindness – Treating everyone with respect and care
✅ Unity – Working together to achieve success
✅ Diligence – Staying committed to excellence
✅ Stick-To-It-Iveness – Persevering through challenges
If you’re looking for a workplace that values its people and promotes a strong sense of purpose, we’d love to have you join our team! Check out our available opportunity below.
Position Title: Production Manager

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Production Manager is responsible for leading all aspects of the production process, ensuring safety, quality, efficiency and cost control initiatives in alignment with Furmano Foods mission and values. This position requires a servant leader with strong management skills to oversee daily production operations, drive continuous improvement initiatives, and foster a culture of excellence.

EDUCATION: (INCLUDE LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, PERMITS)

· Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Food Science, or a related field; or a minimum of 5 years’ experience in food manufacturing leadership.
· FDA Preventive Controls/HACCP Certification preferred.
· Better Process Controls Certification preferred.
· Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma Certification is a plus.

EXPERIENCE / QUALIFICATIONS:

· Proven experience as a Production Manager in the food industry.
· Strong knowledge of production processes, quality control, and regulatory compliance (FDA, USDA, OSHA, GMPs).
· Experience with continuous improvement methodologies.
· Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
· Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
· Familiarity with food safety regulations and quality management systems.

SKILLS / ABILITIES:

· Strong leadership and team-building skills.
· Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
· Ability to multi-task and adapt to a fast-paced environment.
· Proficiency in Microsoft Office and manufacturing software.
· Strong written and verbal communication skills.

LEADERSHIP/SUPERVISORY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Provide direct supervision and development opportunities for production supervisors and team members.
· Foster a culture of safety, accountability, innovation, and professional growth.
· Encourage open communication and collaboration across departments.
· Conduct performance evaluations and provide feedback for continuous improvement.