Production Manager - Converting

Primary Purpose of the Role

The Production Manager, Converting is an integral member of the Production Team, and is responsible for the overall safety, quality and productivity of the converting operations.

This position manages employee performance to ensure established goals and targets are met, makes critical decisions around order fulfillment, and enforces all policies and procedures, including those related to Paterson's Food Safety quality and sanitation programs.

From developing your team to analyzing production numbers to look for efficiencies, you'll ensure that our Converting operations are running at their best!

Essential Job Duties


* Manages safety performance of the department following Hoffmaster/OSHA polices and regulations


* Ensures all department employees are trained to safely operate equipment and can safely perform their duties


* Ensures overall product quality/procedures are followed and all quality checks are preformed accurately and timely


* Notifies the plant manager and quality manager of out of spec product and correct action taken on all quality issues reported on their shift.

Responsible to complete root cause/correct action for quality complaints


* Manages daily production schedule and employee crewing to ensure department productivity goals are met, maximizing productivity and minimizing labor costs


* Leads the establishment of production goals and targets of the department.

Manages changeover and set-ups and ensures they are completed per the established goals and targets.


* Reviews daily operations schedule to ensure all needs are covered and efficiency is maximized


* Completes production reporting for their shift.

Compares operator production counts with warehouse counts and see that number reconciliation is carried out and accurate


* Approves vacations for staff based on schedule availability


* Coaches department employees and develops training to close performance gaps


* Maintain GMP policies and procedures and ensure passing of GMP audit yearly


* Gives feedback on performance and work behaviors, provides positive feedback when appropriate, and initiates correct action and disciplinary processes as necessary


* Maintains equipment, provides PM checklists, and ensures the equipment is in good working condition.


* Creates a positive work environment


* Acts as a change agent to drive continuous improvement of safety, quality, and productivity

Required Skills and Abilities


* Knowledge of manufacturing best practices


* Knowledge of computer programs such as MS Office and ERP systems


* Knowledge of lean practices


* Knowledge of safe working practices


* Skill in oral and written communication


* Skill in problem solving, critical thinking and decision making


* Skill in building and maintaining internal and external relationships


* Ability to demonstrate leadership skills and effectively motivate teams
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