Maker’s Pride, LLC
Grand Rapids - H2, 2455 Oak Industrial Drive, Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States of America
Job Description Posted Monday, November 3, 2025 at 6:00 AM
Job Summary Responsible for all phases of plant manufacturing and all activities that are required to safely produce quality products with the most efficient use of labor and materials on a scheduled shift and line(s).
Job Duties Duties may include, but are not limited to the following:
Provide leadership responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable federal, state and local laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring and training new employees; planning, assigning and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving issues.
Oversee the conversion of raw materials to finished products (mixing, baking and packaging processes) with minimum waste and labor cost.
Monitor proper rotation of dough, meal and raw materials.
Responsible for maintaining a 5S environment.
Responsible for scheduling, maintaining and approving production.
Responsible for complying with customer service and Company standards.
Review production orders or schedules to ascertain product data such as types, quantities, and specifications of products and scheduled delivery dates to plan department operations.
Plans production operations, establishing priorities and sequences for manufacturing products.
Reviews production and operating reports and resolves operational, manufacturing, and maintenance problems to ensure minimum costs and prevent operational delays. Inspect machines and equipment to ensure specific operational performance and optimum utilization.
Train, develop and evaluate all employees to meet future needs.
Attend meetings; make presentations, etc. as needed.
Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) at all times.
Comply with all safety, health and environmental regulations as prescribed by law.
Comply with all Company rules, regulations and policies.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Knowledge of
Procurement, products, and production processes
Knowledge and experience with SAP
Prior plant management experience to exceed 2 years
Thorough understanding of food safety and quality
Skilled in
Well-developed influence leadership skills
Experienced in conflict resolution
Prioritizes work based on short- and long-term objectives
Successfully analyzes and presents data to multiple levels of the organization
Leading development and implementation of strategic goals and budget/cost control
Ability to
Define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.
Work in a fast‑paced environment, while making sound decisions.
Communicate in English to give and acknowledge instructions/problems.
Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
Write routine reports and correspondence.
Interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram and schedule form.
Effectively present information to employees, management and public groups.
Add, subtract, multiply and divide in various units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.
Apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations.
Proficiency in: MS Office Suite and SAP
Work well with others in stressful situations and meet deadlines as necessary.
Handle multiple priorities and tasks.
Receptive to new ideas, concepts and procedures.
Receptive and responsive to constructive criticism.
Maintain harmonious working relations with management from all levels.
Communicate effectively with all employees and management.
Physical Requirements
Use hands and fingers. Reach with hands/arms throughout shift.
See, hear and talk. Distinguish colors. Work in light to moderate noise levels where hearing protection is required.
May work near moving mechanical parts and may be exposed to fumes, airborne particles and vibration.
Good hand/eye coordination and manual dexterity for repetitive tasks.
Lift/move up to 50 lbs. Push/pull items up to 2600 lbs. with assistance.
Walk up to 250,000 square foot plant.
Climb steps to and from work and break areas.
Repetitive reaching overhead, under and across throughout shift.
Repetitive bending, stooping and twisting throughout shift.
Crawl under equipment to reach work area.
Stand eight hours per shift.
Work in excess of 40 hours per week.
Work in variable temperatures and weather conditions. Work in wet, humid areas.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent work experience.
Food, CPG or Pharma manufacturing environment is required.
Leading a multi‑shift organization is required.
Sponsorship for work authorization is not available for this position. It is the candidate’s responsibility to ensure they are legally authorized to work in the location to which they apply.
Maker's Pride is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Job Description Posted Monday, November 3, 2025 at 6:00 AM
Job Summary Responsible for all phases of plant manufacturing and all activities that are required to safely produce quality products with the most efficient use of labor and materials on a scheduled shift and line(s).
Job Duties Duties may include, but are not limited to the following:
Provide leadership responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable federal, state and local laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring and training new employees; planning, assigning and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving issues.
Oversee the conversion of raw materials to finished products (mixing, baking and packaging processes) with minimum waste and labor cost.
Monitor proper rotation of dough, meal and raw materials.
Responsible for maintaining a 5S environment.
Responsible for scheduling, maintaining and approving production.
Responsible for complying with customer service and Company standards.
Review production orders or schedules to ascertain product data such as types, quantities, and specifications of products and scheduled delivery dates to plan department operations.
Plans production operations, establishing priorities and sequences for manufacturing products.
Reviews production and operating reports and resolves operational, manufacturing, and maintenance problems to ensure minimum costs and prevent operational delays. Inspect machines and equipment to ensure specific operational performance and optimum utilization.
Train, develop and evaluate all employees to meet future needs.
Attend meetings; make presentations, etc. as needed.
Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) at all times.
Comply with all safety, health and environmental regulations as prescribed by law.
Comply with all Company rules, regulations and policies.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Knowledge of
Procurement, products, and production processes
Knowledge and experience with SAP
Prior plant management experience to exceed 2 years
Thorough understanding of food safety and quality
Skilled in
Well-developed influence leadership skills
Experienced in conflict resolution
Prioritizes work based on short- and long-term objectives
Successfully analyzes and presents data to multiple levels of the organization
Leading development and implementation of strategic goals and budget/cost control
Ability to
Define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.
Work in a fast‑paced environment, while making sound decisions.
Communicate in English to give and acknowledge instructions/problems.
Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
Write routine reports and correspondence.
Interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram and schedule form.
Effectively present information to employees, management and public groups.
Add, subtract, multiply and divide in various units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.
Apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations.
Proficiency in: MS Office Suite and SAP
Work well with others in stressful situations and meet deadlines as necessary.
Handle multiple priorities and tasks.
Receptive to new ideas, concepts and procedures.
Receptive and responsive to constructive criticism.
Maintain harmonious working relations with management from all levels.
Communicate effectively with all employees and management.
Physical Requirements
Use hands and fingers. Reach with hands/arms throughout shift.
See, hear and talk. Distinguish colors. Work in light to moderate noise levels where hearing protection is required.
May work near moving mechanical parts and may be exposed to fumes, airborne particles and vibration.
Good hand/eye coordination and manual dexterity for repetitive tasks.
Lift/move up to 50 lbs. Push/pull items up to 2600 lbs. with assistance.
Walk up to 250,000 square foot plant.
Climb steps to and from work and break areas.
Repetitive reaching overhead, under and across throughout shift.
Repetitive bending, stooping and twisting throughout shift.
Crawl under equipment to reach work area.
Stand eight hours per shift.
Work in excess of 40 hours per week.
Work in variable temperatures and weather conditions. Work in wet, humid areas.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent work experience.
Food, CPG or Pharma manufacturing environment is required.
Leading a multi‑shift organization is required.
Sponsorship for work authorization is not available for this position. It is the candidate’s responsibility to ensure they are legally authorized to work in the location to which they apply.
Maker's Pride is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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