Production Manager

​Location : Fort Worth

Employment Type : Salaried

Work Arrangement :   Onsite

Position Summary :

To produce and control all phases of production at facility to achieve  profit, growth, quality and safety goals in an union environment.  To meet or exceed any external audits and internal audits.  To insure product quality, customer service and meet or exceed standard costs, while operating within fixed overhead budgets while providing ethical leadership to supervisors and union employees.

Major Duties and Responsibilities :

• Produce quality product that meets or exceeds food safety standards and specifications determined by Ventura Foods or outside regulating agencies (FDA, USDA, or County Health Dept.)  Insure that production is at a level and is scheduled to consistently meet both customer service and Ventura Foods' distribution point requirements.
• Oversee all phases of the production process and review all maintenance needs within the department with the Maintenance management staff.  Work with the Maintenance Department in controlling the R&M budget in this area and supporting the PM Program.
• Manage and drive the SIS Program through the department to insure that production standards are consistently met or exceeded while producing a consistently high quality product.
• Assist the Safety Program to meet goals established by Ventura Foods.  Teach, train, improve techniques utilized by subordinates and the general workforce by developing standard operating procedures.
• Meet or exceed any and all external audits leading the internal audit groups and provide better QM techniques.
• Initiate, investigate, justify, prepare, implement and assist on all capital investments in the production facility.
• Maintain good employee morale, insure positive and accurate communications, initiate creative ideas, and encourage progressive thinking from all supervisors and hourly employees.
• Manage and control facility equipment to ensure we meet all environmental regulations of the Federal, Sate and local governments.
• Oversee all aspects of sanitation.  Ensure correct product changeover and cleaning practices are being followed and that all GMP kosher and customer sanitation, quality and production requirements are met at all times.
• Participate in preparation of standard costs for each product produced and in fixed overhead budgets.  Meet or operate below established standard costs while operating within or below fixed overhead budgets.

Education and Experience :

Knowledge and Skills :

Why Join Us :

Ventura Foods offers career growth opportunities as well as competitive compensation and benefits : ​

Physical Demands :

All jobs require sufficient physical strength and dexterity to perform the required task(s) and typically also require at a minimum : intermittent sitting, standing, walking, climbing, squatting, kneeling, pushing, and pulling.  Occasional lifting and / or moving up to 50 pounds or more with assistance may also be required.  Please see the job description for specific requirements.

Work Environment :

Please see the job description for specific requirements of the position for which you are applying.

Typical shifts are 8-12 hours per day.   Additional unscheduled time after hours and on weekends may also be required.  Employees must be willing and able to wear personal protective equipment as required by Company policy and / or legal requirements.  In addition, certain jobs may require employees to :

Diversity & Inclusion :

Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive environment in which all employees are treated with respect is evident in our company culture and values.  We believe that fostering an environment of inclusion and a focus on diversity across our organization is vital to attracting top talent, driving innovation, and meeting the high expectations of our customers in a rapidly evolving global marketplace

Ventura Foods is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.