2nd shift Produce Production Manager

Wholesale Produce Supply is a leader in the fresh produce industry, committed to delivering high-quality products to our customers. We pride ourselves on innovation, sustainability, and excellence in everything we do. We are currently seeking a dynamic 2nd Shift Produce Production Manager to join our team and oversee production operations during the second shift.

Schedule:  12pm-8pm until trained then 2pm - 10pm after training.  May need to come in earlier or stay later than team.

Essential Job Functions:

•          Manage all 2nd shift production activities, ensuring smooth operations and compliance with company standards.

•          Monitor production to achieve daily and weekly goals while addressing inefficiencies and bottlenecks.

•          Implement and maintain quality control processes to ensure products meet safety, quality, and freshness standards.

•          Collaborate with the Quality Assurance (QA) team to identify issues, execute corrective/preventive actions.

•          Lead continuous improvement initiatives, focusing on waste reduction, labor efficiency, and process optimization.

•          Conduct regular inspections and audits to ensure compliance with food safety regulations, including FDA, HACCP, GMP, and FSMA standards.

•          Analyze production data to identify trends, create actionable plans, and drive measurable improvements.

•          Supervise and support the 2nd shift team by providing training, mentorship, and performance evaluations.

•          Address workforce needs, including scheduling, shift adjustments, and conflict resolution, while fostering a collaborative work environment.

•          Enforce safety protocols and practices to minimize workplace injuries and maintain a safe production environment.

•          Oversee sanitation of equipment and production areas, ensuring readiness for operations and compliance with standards.

•          Coordinate with maintenance to reduce equipment downtime and ensure operational reliability.

•          Serve as the liaison between the 1st and 2nd shifts, ensuring seamless handoffs and updates.

•          Maintain accurate inventory tracking and ensure raw material availability to meet production demands.

 Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED (General Education Diploma) equivalency, bachelor’s degree in related field preferred
• Minimum of 5 years work experience as Supervisor or similar role (In a manufacturing environment preferred)
• Strong knowledge of food safety regulations and industry best practices.
• Experience with creating reports and tracking data.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail

 Physical Requirements:

• Ability to perform moderate lifting (up to 50 lbs.) and utilize ladders and other warehouse related equipment.
• Ability to stand, move, and bend for entire shift.
• Ability to reach overhead.
• Ability to work in a cold environment for full shifts.

Other Duties This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of responsibilities. Duties may change at any time with or without notice.

Salary : $65,000 - $75,000