Production Manager - Off-Shift

We're looking for an experienced Off-Shift Manager to lead our filling and packaging operations during off-shift hours. In this role, you'll be responsible for ensuring production goals are achieved safely, efficiently, and with the highest quality standards while developing a high-performing team and driving continuous improvement.

If you thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, enjoy leading people, and have a passion for operational excellence, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Do

As the Off-Shift Manager, you will:

• Lead daily filling and packaging operations to meet production schedules, quality standards, and customer expectations.
• Supervise, coach, and develop production employees to build a highly engaged and accountable workforce.
• Coordinate shift transitions to maintain production continuity and maximize equipment effectiveness.
• Partner with Production, Maintenance, Quality, and other departments to optimize scheduling and operations.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean manufacturing and structured problem-solving tools.
• Monitor and improve key performance metrics including safety, quality, labor efficiency, scrap, downtime, and overall equipment effectiveness (OEE).
• Manage department costs including labor, overtime, inventory, and production supplies.
• Ensure compliance with FDA Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), company policies, SOPs, and safety regulations.
• Support safety initiatives, incident investigations, and corrective actions.
• Complete employee performance evaluations and maintain accurate operational documentation.

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Management, Operations Management, or a related field preferred.
• In lieu of a degree, at least 5 years of experience in a filling and packaging manufacturing environment.
• Minimum of 2 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong leadership, coaching, and employee development skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Cosmetics or pharmaceutical manufacturing experience.
• Experience working in FDA-regulated manufacturing environments.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles.
• Experience using SAP or similar ERP systems.

Skills That Will Help You Succeed

• Strong leadership and team development abilities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
• Experience improving manufacturing processes and operational efficiency
• Strong organizational and decision-making skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office

Work Environment

This position works primarily in a climate-controlled manufacturing facility and includes time on the production floor. The role requires:

• Standing and walking for extended periods
• Occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds
• Working around manufacturing equipment, forklifts, and pallet jacks
• Wearing required PPE while on the production floor

Why Join Us?

You'll have the opportunity to lead a talented manufacturing team, influence operational performance, and make a direct impact on safety, quality, productivity, and continuous improvement in a collaborative manufacturing environment.