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Production Planning Manager
Job Title: Production Planning Manager
Location: Rancho Dominguez, California (on-site required)
Company: Santa Monica Seafood Company
FLSA: Full time / Exempt
Salary Range: $135,000 yr to $155,000 yr (DOE) and incentive bonus plan participation
About Us: Santa Monica Seafood Company is a HACCP-certified seafood processing plant dedicated to delivering high-quality seafood products while adhering to the highest standards of food safety and sustainability. We are seeking an experienced Production Planning Manager to join our team and oversee the efficient scheduling and coordination of our production processes.
Position Overview: The Production Planning Manager will be responsible for developing and implementing production schedules, managing inventory levels, and ensuring that the production plan fulfills Customer orders, and all operations comply with HACCP guidelines. Managing site raw material inventories, production formulas, and co-manufacturing production is also required. This role requires close collaboration with various departments, including Procurement, Receiving, Quality Assurance, and Logistics, to optimize production efficiency and meet customer demands.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (other duties may be assigned):
Production Planning and Scheduling: Develop and manage detailed production plans to fulfill Customer orders and forecasted demand, ensuring optimal utilization of resources and adherence to timelines.
Inventory Management: Monitor inventory levels of raw materials and finished products, coordinating with procurement to ensure timely availability of necessary materials.
Process Optimization: Analyze production workflows and implement improvements to enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and maintain product quality.
Compliance and Quality Assurance: Ensure all production activities comply with cGMP/HACCP standards and other relevant regulations, working closely with the Quality Assurance team to uphold food safety protocols.
Team Collaboration: Collaborate with department managers to align production plans with operational capabilities, addressing any constraints or challenges proactively.
Data Analysis and Reporting: Utilize production data to generate reports on performance metrics, identifying trends and areas for improvement.
Problem-Solving: Address and resolve any issues that may disrupt production schedules, such as equipment malfunctions or supply shortages.
Perform other lawful duties and responsibilities as required or requested by management.
QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodations may be made as needed to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
· Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Food Science, or a related field.
· Minimum of 5 years of experience in production planning within the food processing industry; experience in fish or seafood processing is highly desirable.
· In-depth knowledge of cGMP/HACCP principles and food safety regulations.
· Proficiency in production planning software and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.
· Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and make informed decisions.
· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to work collaboratively across departments.
· Demonstrated problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to managing challenges.
· Must be organized, self-motivated, and proactive with a strong attention to detail
· Ability to work in a team environment
· Ability to work calmly and effectively under pressure
· Must have problem solving abilities, be self-motivated, and organized
· Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
· Adaptable, team-oriented, dependable, and strong work ethic.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential function of this job. The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodations may be made as needed to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the position is regularly required to stand and walk for long periods of time (8 to 10 hours per day). Individuals in this position must also have the ability to do the following: regularly lift/carry/or move up to 35 pounds; frequently lift/carry/or move up to 45 pounds and occasionally lift/carry/or move up to 55 pounds; work with, in and around production/processing equipment and facilities. Climb up and down stairs. Bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, grasping, pinching, smelling, reaching/lifting above shoulders in a repetitive manner; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENTS: The work environment characteristics described are representative of those in this position encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodations may be made as needed to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment may be moderate with surrounding areas that may be wet, cold, slippery, and humid.
Build your career with a premiere organization whose brand promises quality, integrity, reliability, and service. Enjoy competitive compensation, incentives, benefits, 401(k) with generous match, and a collegial organization culture.
Salary : $135,000 - $155,000
