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Processing Manager 1st Shift
Ferndale, WA
Our quality products have a heritage dating back to the early 1800’s at the Hempler’s family sausage kitchen in Borken, Germany. Hans Hempler worked in the family sausage business in Germany as a youngster. He served as an apprentice sausage maker and learned first-hand the family’s old secret recipes becoming a master sausage maker before moving to the United States. Hans came to the United States in 1928 and, in those early years, worked hard and saved his money. It is our mission, and passion, to produce and distribute the highest quality products, while operating with the highest integrity and standards for personalized service to our customers. We strive to achieve these results by purchasing high quality ingredients and by employing passionate people, training them well, and developing an extended “family” of employees dedicated to accomplishing our mission.
The Processing Manager is a proactive leader with a strong floor presence whose skills contribute to the efficient, systematic and profitable operation of meat receiving, handling, processing and smokehouse operations at the Hempler’s manufacturing plant in Ferndale, WA. Responsible for improving safety, increasing efficiency, delivering quality, outstanding cost control, and ensuring continuous improvement. This manager has the proven ability to lead and grow teams using TPM and Lean manufacturing principles.
SCHEDULE: 5:30am – 4:00pm subject to changes depending on companies needs
Wage: $95,000.00 - $115,000.00 annually, subject to all required taxes and withholdings.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assures site’s financial and organizational objectives are met at the lowest costs and highest quality consistent with company and customer expectations.
- Achieve greater efficiency and productivity ensuring company goals are met by overseeing the packaging operations and resources.
- Develop highly productive supervisors, leads and work teams by using training, mentoring and motivational techniques and by delegating specific duties to key resources.
- Improve the skill level and productivity of employees.
- Maintain good employee relations, ensuring consistent and fair application of policies and procedures. Provide counseling and job coaching as required.
- Work closely with Continuous Improvement and Engineering teams to find creative solutions to problems by providing and facilitating an environment which encourages innovation.
- Monitor all phases of production and ensure that all procedures, specifications and standards are met and by maintaining effective communication with all employees, creating meeting budgets and controlling costs.
- Monitor and administer HACCP program, insisting on accurate, complete and timely compliance.
- Maintain good relations with USDA inspectors.
- Encourage safety by ensuring a clean safe working environment, and that all employees follow prescribed safety procedures, including personal protective equipment.
- Follow established programs, policies, and practices to produce safe quality foods that meet regulatory and company requirements.
- Maintain accountability to company safety and quality principles and standards.
- Support the development, implementation, maintenance, and ongoing improvement of the SQF Systems.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in production management, with at least one assignment in packaging operations, preferably in the food processing industry.
- Experience with meat products and meat processing preferred, but not required.
- Knowledge of FSIS/USDA/FDA regulations
- Bachelor’s degree in business, Operations Management, Engineering, Food Science or related required or experience in lieu of education is acceptable.
- Training and experience in continuous improvement techniques, i.e. Creative Problem Solving, Lean Manufacturing, and related approaches.
- A proven track record of successful and cost-effective management of a manufacturing facility, which includes the overseeing of all production, safety, and operations management responsibilities.
- In depth technical knowledge of food processing and packaging systems/equipment.
- Results oriented; seeks to accomplish critical tasks with measurable results.
- Well-developed business analytical skills including budgeting, financial management, understanding of margin, and business analysis.
- Ability to analyze key performance indicators and develop action plans based on results.
- Well trained and knowledgeable in performance management techniques including, expectations and goal setting, coaching, problem solving and progressive feedback.
- Ability to understand the dynamics and needs of a diverse workforce while motivating them to achieve ongoing improvements in business results.
- Positive leadership and communication style – approachable, able to influence others.
- Ability to build relationships and collaborate within the operations team, as well as all other functional areas.
- Creative thinking skills – identification of issues & opportunities with the ability to develop creative solutions.
- Seeks out information, learning, and education to develop oneself and the plant leadership team.
- Well-developed writing skills
- Bi-lingual (Spanish) preferred.
ABOUT HEMPLER: We offer a creative environment filled with other talented people. We are committed to rewarding our teammates for their hard work, enthusiasm, and professional excellence. Company perks include:
BENEFITS:
- Excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage.
- Annual bonus
- 9 Paid holidays, generous paid time off.
- 401K
- Life Insurance
- Wellness Plan
- Employee Discount
TO APPLY: Hempler’s Food Group is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Hempler’s Food Group is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veterans’ status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. Should you have a disability that requires assistance and/or reasonable accommodation with the job application process, please contact us at 1-866-477-4144.
**Please note, we do not engage with outside recruiters. All recruitment processes are managed internally by our Talent Acquisition team. Thank you.
