Production Manager

Classification: Full Time, Exempt
Reports to: Director of Operations
Department: Production
Location: Redmond, OR

Oregon's Wild Harvest is a proud family-owned & operated company dedicated to growing, sourcing and manufacturing the highest quality herbal supplements possible. Everything we do – from rigorous testing and standards to our regenerative farming practices – is done from the heart. Our mission is to offer safe and effective herbal medicine rooted in science and tradition. If you have a passion for healthy plants, people and planet, please apply to join our team.

OWH firmly believes that our employees are the heart of our success. Through exceptional teamwork, dedication, and OWH guidelines, our employees thrive individually and collectively. This position description is designed to outline essential functions and qualifications, not to restrict one’s specified duties, but to summarize expectations and scope of responsibilities to foster individual and Farm Team success.

Job Summary:

The Production Manager will be responsible for labor allocation, coordination, and control of all production processes. Working closely with the Director of Operations, Quality Control Manager, and the Plant Engineer, this position will ensure all products are efficiently manufactured in a timely manner, meeting the company’s standards for quality.

Job Responsibilities:

• Coordinate with the Director of Operations on daily/weekly production plan to develop a strategy for timely completion
• Work and coordinate with the Product Development Department in developing and scheduling new products
• Ensure efficient use of production staff scheduling and training
• Increase operational efficiencies from raw ingredient receiving through the shipping of finished goods
• Work to streamline processes and programs to decrease downtime
• Manage collaborative improvement teams and initiatives
• Define and expand key employee roles
• Data analysis of product and performance
• Develop and implement training tools in support of process improvement
• Support of SOP’s and up-to-date work instructions
• Ensure performance and efficiency goals are met.
• Train staff in proper handling of products & equipment
  
• Ensure proper safety precautions are being taken and staff receives appropriate safety training
• Lead the production staff to achieve maximum productivity
• Management and training of all production staff including timely completion of performance reviews
• Collaborate with the Quality Control Manager to investigate production process deviations, write CAPAs, and submit change orders
  
• Work with Quality Control to ensure the milling of raw materials meets production specifications
• Coordinate maintenance needs, facility improvements, and special projects with the Director of Operations and the Plant Engineer
• In coordination with the Director of Operations and Production Leads, run reports, generate schedules, and complete batch paperwork for each job on the production floor
• Work with the Director of Operations and the Plant Engineer assisting with the process of equipment procurement and allocation
• For all direct reports, complete new hire 90-day, monthly check-in and annual reviews on time
• Through continuing education and training, comply with all OWH Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs) and maintain a clean and orderly work area
• Other duties as assigned by management

Required Skills and/or Experience:

• A minimum of 5 years of proven production experience
• Superb planning and organizational skills
• Expert communication skills
• Able to work under pressure, managing change & course correction
• Must be familiar with Sage X3 ERP software
• Must be familiar with Health & Safety regulations; First Aide certification required
• Sit, stand, walk, and move rapidly and frequently
• Forklift certification may be required
• Ability to handle up to 75 lbs occasionally, with or without lifting aides
• Push/pull hand trucks and pallet jacks containing product of substantial weight occasionally
• Intermediate command of the Spanish language; Fluent in English, with good command of writing
• Managerial skills and leadership qualities are needed
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without accommodation
• US Citizenship or Permanent Resident (Green Card) required

OWH is an equal-opportunity employer committed to building a diverse culture that values teamwork, integrity, innovations, and an unwavering commitment to our customers.

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