Lean Manufacturing Manager jobs in Abilene, TX

• Develop and implement a master sanitation plan and schedule that complies with GMPs, HACCP, Food Safety, Quality and security guidelines that meets and exceeds Primal’s requirements.  
• Work seamlessly with other managers to ensure consistent application of GMPs and sanitation practices across the site, including other department cleaning practices as an integral part of overall sanitation.
• Ensure best practices for sanitation are in use that support efficient manufacturing by improving uptime and improving first pass yield, all while improving sanitation effectiveness.
• Develop and implement an effective, predictive EMP program.
• Identify and mitigate risks and obstacles that may impact food safety, product quality, or employee safety.
• Document sanitation programs in an effective manner that meets all regulatory and food safety requirements, including audit and traceability requirements.
• Foster effective communication and collaboration among team members, promoting a positive, proactive, productive, and accountable work environment.
• Ability to direct team(s) of hourly employees in the effective implementation of sanitation program including use of sprays, cleaners, sanitizers, hoses, and chemical compounds, assigning individuals tasks and shifts as needed to complete sanitation.
• Support the Site Director by coaching and guiding other managers as assigned
• Flexible to be able to take on other duties as assigned, including filling in for other department leadership as needed.
• Stay up to date with industry trends, best practices, and regulatory requirements related to food safety, quality, and sanitation.

• Bachelor's degree in quality, micro-biology, engineering, or supply chain or a related field of science preferred. Relevant certifications (e.g., HACCP) are highly desirable.
• 5 years of relevant experience including manufacturing, sanitation, quality or food safety, as well as other relevant CPG supply chain experience preferably within the foods or other regulated products industries.
• Proven track record of successfully managing teams of 20-40 people.
• Strong understanding of food manufacturing processes, quality standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple initiatives simultaneously.
• Exceptional leadership and team management abilities, with a collaborative and results-oriented approach.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact with stakeholders at various levels of the organization.
• Willingness to travel occasionally (<10%) of the time to project sites and manufacturing facilities.

• 5 years' experience at Manager leadership role within a manufacturing environment.

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