Senior Production Manager

Company: Nestl-- SA
Location: Burlington
Posted on: June 1, 2025

Job Description:

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At Nestl-- USA, we're all working towards the same goal - to delight and deliver for our consumers. With a rich portfolio of beloved brands, including DiGiorno, Toll House, and Coffee mate, in 97% of U.S. households, we have a unique opportunity - and responsibility - to be there for every moment in our consumers' lives.Joining Nestl-- means becoming part of an inclusive workplace that inspires innovation, encourages strategic thinking and creativity, and celebrates your achievements. No matter where you work within the organization, you are empowered to challenge the status quo, embrace risk-taking, and pioneer new ideas. Our supportive and collaborative environment encourages bold ambitions and continuous learning so that everyone can grow and thrive.

This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.POSITION SUMMARY:Assist the Plant Manager in the strategic planning and organization of the Burlington facility. Organization and overall implementation of operations objectives including continuous improvement in all aspects of production, maintenance and sanitationPRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: - Manages all assigned production activities that support and maintain company Safety policies and procedures, production standards, operating procedures, quality and sanitation programs and all applicable regulatory food safety guidelines. - Maintains all procedural production documentation required fulfilling departmental requirements. - Tracks and achieves plant wide and departmental KPIs. - Work to continuously develop and upgrade the management staff and hourly workforce. - Lead the operations toward the accomplishment of Plant and Corporate goals, i.e., NCE, continuous improvement in quality, food safety, associate safety and manufacturing efficiencies. - Support Daily Operations Reviews reviews throughout the facility, providing direction and feedback as necessary. - Actively participate in Weekly/Monthly Operations Review meetings to discuss operations performance and the following week's operations performance. - Summarization of period end reports based upon the period end reports from maintenance and
production managers. Report is to be provided to plant manager - Routine off shift visibility. (second and third) - Makes decisions on the day to day activities affecting the manufacturing Operation. Examples would be effective scheduling, labor utilization, material utilization, and operational improvements. - Informs Plant Manager of potential problems and obstacles that she/he comes in contact with or has access to providing solutions. - Leads DMAIC and other Project Teams, as assigned.SUPERVISION RECEIVED: - Minimal direct supervision from the Factory Manager.SUPERVISION GIVEN: - Responsible to provide direct management to production managers and indirect management of shift managers, production supervisors and hourly production employees.FINANCIAL/STRATEGIC IMPACTResponsible to ensure that production department operates within planned budget. This includes line performance standards, labor, raw material, WIP, and packaging variances.REQUIREMENTS AND MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL LEVEL:BA or BS degree in Food Technology, Engineering, Operations, Business, or Sciences.EXPERIENCE:Minimum of 7 years experience in a high speed food manufacturing environment.SKILLSDemonstrated capability to lead a group of people, Experience in different manufacturing operation, Successful in leading projects involving different departments or functions, Exposure to implementing continuous improvement and employee involvement techniques, Implementation experience of TPM, Experience in change Management.#LI-BT1#LI-BT1It is our business imperative to remain a very inclusive workplace.

To our veterans and separated service members, you're at the forefront of our minds as we recruit top talent to join Nestl--. The skills you've gained while serving our country, such as flexibility, agility, and leadership, are much like the skills that will make you successful in this role. In addition, with our commitment to an inclusive work environment, we recognize the exceptional engagement and innovation displayed by individuals with disabilities. Nestl-- seeks such skilled and qualified individuals to share our mission where you'll join a cohort of others who have chosen to call Nestl-- home.
The Nestl-- Companies are equal employment opportunity employers. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any special accommodations in order to participate fully in our recruitment experience. Contact us at accommodations@nestle.com or please dial 711 and provide this number to the operator: 1-800-321-6467.This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.Burlington, WI, US, 53105 Burlington, WI, US, 53105
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