The Production Manager is empowered to make decisions and take actions as required to meet daily and long-term goals and requirements. The Production Manager works under minimum supervision in a team environment to oversee production operations and plant personnel.Essential Duties & ResponsibilitiesSupervises production operations in Furnace, Spray Dry and ShippingAssure appropriate resources are in place (raw materials, packaging materials, people, etc…) to meet production orders.Maintains quality control of production unit(s).Maintains safe working conditions and practices.Assures environmental control of facility as required by permits and regulations.Communicates problems, instructions, observations, and information to others as needed.Participates in plant-wide quality, HSES, and productivity initiatives.Supports, implements, and participates in ISO 9001:2000 and RC14001 activities.Participates on Safety Committee.Participates in HSE activities (i.e., Toolbox meetings, Accident investigations, Near misses, etc.).Comply with all federal, state, and local environmental, health, and safety regulations and requirements.Comply with company policies.Other duties as assigned or required.
