1st Shift Operations Manager
12 days ago
Wyoming
Job Description Essential Functions and Role: This is an entry-level "hands-on" Operations Manager role. Meeting USDA, HACCP, GMPF, and Company standards, and under the supervision of the Assistant/Plant Manager, the functions of this role are to: • Manage associate safety, production, quality, yields, efficiencies, attendance, payroll, hiring, discipline, work rules, USDA procedures, training, paperwork, communication, and product safety., • Lead the team by identifying goals for the department and aligning them with the overall goals and direction of Michigan Turkey Producers., • Build, coach, and lead a high-performing team that works together to accomplish objectives and overcome challenges, while supporting and reflecting MTP’s core values., • Drive a culture of accountability and ownership by reinforcing expectations and following up on results., • Implement and sustain continuous improvement initiatives to reduce waste, improve flow, and enhance engagement., • Monitor and respond to real-time performance data (yields, BPM, downtime) and escalate concerns proactively., • Ensure proper shift handoff communication to maintain continuity and prevent disruption to production, safety, or quality standards., • Support preventative maintenance by coordinating with the Maintenance team and helping to identify recurring equipment issues., • Ensure that all associates understand and follow company policy and safety procedures., • Provide proper onboarding and ongoing training to associates., • Follow up daily to ensure equipment and employee performance meets expectations., • Maintain efficiencies at or above standard., • Meet daily production schedules and staffing requirements., • Maintain the annual budget and assist with cost-control initiatives., • Maintain and organize accurate records of production, downtime, payroll, and other key data., • Manage standard operating procedures and ensure adherence., • Ensure product quality and food safety through proper NPIS/HACCP execution., • Supervise associates and promote a respectful, safe work environment., • Conduct regular associate meetings and daily floor communication., • Partner with QA, Food Safety, Human Resources, and USDA to ensure compliance and resolve issues timely., • Operate under OSHA & MIOSHA safety standards and rules, including proper PPE usage and LOTO practices., • Support product trials, equipment evaluations, and process changes, providing feedback on performance, labor, and product impact., • Utilize system tools and data collection software to track performance, identify trends, and support decision-making., • Lead by example, promote MTP values, and foster a positive and communicative work culture., • Perform other tasks as assigned. Qualifications: • Must be able and follow all the rules and procedures established by the HACCP program., • Must have good attention to detail., • Must be able to speak, read, write, and understand the English language., • Must be able to work safely., • Must be able to work in a team environment., • Must be able to manage the designated number of associates within the assigned area., • Must be able to have a good working relationship with hourly workers, USDA and Management members., • Must be knowledgeable in the processes of the assigned area., • Proven ability to think strategically and apply creativity to achieve practical solutions, • Proficient communicator both written and orally., • Proficient computer skills utilizing Microsoft programs including Excel., • Must be able to and must wear necessary Personal Protective Equipment required while performing role:, • Protective Eye Wear, • Ear plugs, • Hard Hat, • Hair Net, • Protective Coat (clothing protector), • Forearm protection, • Plastics gloves, • Cotton gloves, • Plastic aprons Physical Qualifications: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a manager to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. • Must be able to physically perform the essential functions of the role as outlined., • Must be able to obtain a powered industrial truck (PIT) permit., • Must be able to manually operate a knife., • Must be able to manually operate and have familiarity of automative equipment., • Must be able to operate and use office machines and equipment., • Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing., • Repetitive use of fingers, hands, wrists, arms, and shoulders daily., • Must be able to sit, bend, reach, and stand for 8 hours or the duration of the shift, in a wet, cold environment., • Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. from the floor or pull up to 50 lbs. using proper lifting techniques.