Assistant Production Manager
$31,200–$31,200 year
On-siteLaurel, Maryland, United States
Job Summary
Lead production operations across Ingredient Prep, Batching, Filling, and Packaging by serving as the primary resource for frontline associates and coordinating activities to meet schedules and uphold quality standards. Monitor production flow, participate in daily shift huddles, and escalate concerns to minimize downtime while ensuring adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices and food safety protocols. Address quality deviations immediately, support maintenance and sanitation activities, and analyze downtime and yield data to drive continuous improvement. Provide informal coaching to team members, model company values, and foster a collaborative, safety-first culture on the floor.
Required Qualifications
- 2–4 years in food manufacturing or production environment
- prior leadership or lead experience
- High school diploma
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Operations Management, Food Science, or related field
- Ability to lead by example, answer questions, and maintain team alignment in a fast-paced environment
- Familiarity with food manufacturing processes and safety standards
- Understanding of HACCP, GMPs, and regulatory compliance
- Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills
- Physical dexterity
- Ability to lift up to 45 lbs and push/pull rolling bowls, carts, and containers with up to 550 lbs of product
- The ability to work in varied environmental conditions (dry, cold)
- The ability to stand and work on feet for 8 to 10 hours at a time
- Must be able to identify, assess and observe detail
- Ability to communicate with others and exchange information accurately and effectively
- Ability to squat, kneel, bend and twist
- Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner
- Team members must be able to work with milk and sesame containing ingredients
Desired Qualifications
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Operations Management, Food Science, or related field
- prior leadership or lead experience
- Familiarity with food manufacturing processes and safety standards
- Understanding of HACCP, GMPs, and regulatory compliance
- Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills
- Bilingual: English/Spanish
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