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Job Summary
The Production Manager is responsible for overseeing the extraction processes at our ingredient manufacturing facility. This role ensures safe, efficient, cost effective and high-quality production of extracts, optimizing yields and maintaining compliance with regulatory standards. The ideal candidate has a strong background in extraction technologies, process optimization, and team leadership within a manufacturing environment.
Job Summary
The Production Manager is responsible for overseeing the extraction processes at our ingredient manufacturing facility. This role ensures safe, efficient, cost effective and high-quality production of extracts, optimizing yields and maintaining compliance with regulatory standards. The ideal candidate has a strong background in extraction technologies, process optimization, and team leadership within a manufacturing environment.
Operational Management:
- Oversee and optimize extraction processes to ensure efficiency, consistency, and quality.
- Manage daily production schedules to ensure adherence to timelines and output goals.
- Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and implement process improvements to enhance overall performance.
- Ensure proper maintenance and calibration of extraction equipment.
- Maintain compliance with industry regulations, food safety standards, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
- Collaborate with quality control teams to ensure extracted ingredients meet product specifications.
- Conduct root cause analysis and corrective actions for quality or process deviations.
- Supervise and train extraction operators, fostering a culture of safety and continuous improvement.
- Conduct performance evaluations and provide coaching to enhance team capabilities.
- Ensure adherence to safety protocols and regulatory requirements.
- Identify and implement new technologies or methodologies to enhance efficiency and yield.
- Work closely with R&D and engineering teams to improve extraction techniques and product innovation.
- Optimize raw material usage and minimize waste through process refinements.
- Manage raw material and finished extract inventories to align with production needs.
- Control costs by optimizing energy usage, reducing waste, and streamlining operations.
- Assist in budgeting and cost analysis for extraction-related activities.
- Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Food Science, or related field (or equivalent demonstrated work experience).
- 5+ years of experience, preferably in extraction or process manufacturing, with at least 2 years in a leadership role.
- Preferred knowledge of extraction technologies (e.g., solvent, CO₂, steam distillation).
- Familiarity with GMP, HACCP, and other regulatory frameworks.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency in production management software and data analysis tools.
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Seniority level
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
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