Korpack
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This isn’t a role for someone seeking an easy ride. At Korpack, we need a driven, hands-on Production Manager who thrives in fast-paced environments and takes pride in leading teams to success. You’ll be responsible for overseeing production operations, meeting strict deadlines, and ensuring compliance across food safety and quality standards. If you’re energized by challenges, problem-solving, and making a real impact, this might be your perfect fit. The mission of this role is to lead and empower your team, drive efficiency, and maintain accountability across production while supporting a growing, SQF/USDA/FDA/ISO-certified business. This role requires grit, discipline, and an unrelenting drive to succeed.
About the Role The Journey
Responsibilities Team Leadership: Oversee Line Leads and Material Handlers—leading, managing, and holding your team accountable for objectives and performance goals.
Inventory Management: Drive lot control and proper inventory practices utilizing ERP systems to maintain accuracy and compliance.
Production Performance: Ensure the department meets and exceeds production goals and timelines, proactively addressing challenges to keep operations on track.
Quality Control & Compliance: Follow standard operating procedures, communicate recommendations for process improvements, and ensure compliance with SQF, USDA, FDA, and ISO standards.
Process Improvement: Continuously seek ways to increase efficiency, eliminate waste, and improve workflows while maintaining strict quality and safety standards.
Customer Service Excellence: Deliver white-glove service internally and externally, ensuring production operations support Korpack’s reputation for reliability and quality.
Qualifications 5+ years of production experience
2+ years in a food environment
2+ years in a leadership role
Bilingual: proficient in Spanish and English
Strong ERP, Excel, and Microsoft Office skills
Self-motivated, proactive, and highly accountable
Required Skills Recognition for your hard work and leadership
Profit sharing: we succeed together, and failure is not an option
Opportunities for career growth in a company that rewards ambition
A culture that values determination, innovation, and teamwork
Preferred Skills Our Core Values: S – Smile, R – Responsive, P – Proactive, T – Teamwork
Job Details Seniority level: Associate
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Production
Industries: Packaging & Containers
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