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Processing Manager
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Ken's Foods
Summary Manage and coordinate the activities of the processing department and deliver quality products to the production lines in a safe and efficient manner.
Responsibilities
Responsible for guidance and team compliance to SQF certification through compliance to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and maintaining good housekeeping, being inspection‑ready at all times
Assist R&D on new product development and refinement of existing products
Work with Engineering Department on the design and implementation of new process equipment and areas
Ensure quality product standards as set forth by the Quality Department
Work with manufacturing departments to ensure efficient schedules while abiding by processing rules
Work with R&D to maintain and update computer formulations
Supply Packaging lines with quality product in a timely and efficient manner
Provide a safe work environment for Processing employees to meet OSHA standards
Coaches and develops the Processing Team, ensuring job duties are performed efficiently and effectively through training and education
Manages company’s assets, including financial ROI in Processing department, approving expenditures and installing safeguards to prevent excessive spending or waste
Prepares quarterly and annual budgets
Ensures compliance with corporate standards and systems to monitor food safety, food safety culture, quality and facility cleanliness
Commitment to safety begins with management. Managers and frontline supervisors are accountable for creating and maintaining a culture of Safety and assuring a safe work environment
Other duties as assigned
Food Safety Responsibilities
Lead by example to ensure our highest quality manufacturing practices are being met
Ensure team members follow all Ken’s Food Safety and GMP policies
Ensure all work is completed in a safe and sanitary manner
Ensure team members produce product free of contamination
Ensure team members report any suspicious activities anywhere in or around the plant
Ensure team members inspect work area for any possible product contamination issues on a continuous basis
Supervisory Responsibilities Manages directly exempt level team leaders and indirectly manages non‑exempt employees in the Processing Department. Is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of this unit. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
Essential Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and Experience Bachelor's degree (B.A.) from a four‑year college or university; or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Employment with Ken’s Foods is contingent upon successful completion of a drug test, background screening, and pre‑employment assessment.
Employment Details Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level Employment type: Full‑time Job function: Management and Manufacturing Industries: Food and Beverage Manufacturing
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Processing Manager
role at
Ken's Foods
Summary Manage and coordinate the activities of the processing department and deliver quality products to the production lines in a safe and efficient manner.
Responsibilities
Responsible for guidance and team compliance to SQF certification through compliance to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and maintaining good housekeeping, being inspection‑ready at all times
Assist R&D on new product development and refinement of existing products
Work with Engineering Department on the design and implementation of new process equipment and areas
Ensure quality product standards as set forth by the Quality Department
Work with manufacturing departments to ensure efficient schedules while abiding by processing rules
Work with R&D to maintain and update computer formulations
Supply Packaging lines with quality product in a timely and efficient manner
Provide a safe work environment for Processing employees to meet OSHA standards
Coaches and develops the Processing Team, ensuring job duties are performed efficiently and effectively through training and education
Manages company’s assets, including financial ROI in Processing department, approving expenditures and installing safeguards to prevent excessive spending or waste
Prepares quarterly and annual budgets
Ensures compliance with corporate standards and systems to monitor food safety, food safety culture, quality and facility cleanliness
Commitment to safety begins with management. Managers and frontline supervisors are accountable for creating and maintaining a culture of Safety and assuring a safe work environment
Other duties as assigned
Food Safety Responsibilities
Lead by example to ensure our highest quality manufacturing practices are being met
Ensure team members follow all Ken’s Food Safety and GMP policies
Ensure all work is completed in a safe and sanitary manner
Ensure team members produce product free of contamination
Ensure team members report any suspicious activities anywhere in or around the plant
Ensure team members inspect work area for any possible product contamination issues on a continuous basis
Supervisory Responsibilities Manages directly exempt level team leaders and indirectly manages non‑exempt employees in the Processing Department. Is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of this unit. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
Essential Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and Experience Bachelor's degree (B.A.) from a four‑year college or university; or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Employment with Ken’s Foods is contingent upon successful completion of a drug test, background screening, and pre‑employment assessment.
Employment Details Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level Employment type: Full‑time Job function: Management and Manufacturing Industries: Food and Beverage Manufacturing
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