Production Assistant Manager food manufacturing at Warabeya North America Inc.

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionTo be filled by 1/1/2026SUMMARYSupport the Production Manager regarding all department duties such as Assembly, Kitchen, Prep, Housekeeping, Picking. Responsible for maintaining department conditions and training department workers and assisting the production manager in leading the efficient, effective, safe, legal and profitable operation of the department. PRIMARY DUTIESEnsure products are inspected prior to shipping and the items are properly stored and packaged for shipping and follow up with customer shortages and damage issues. The actions the person will be measured on are:Ensure 100% daily schedule adherence.100% delivery to CDC to meet customer demand.Minimize Overtime to meet labor standard.100% employee trainingEnsure daily, weekly manpower are available through temp agencies.Step in to cover for production manager in his/her absence.Work with inventory control to create schedule from VTSBe able to resolve issues between all plant departments (QA, material control, and maintenance) to meet target.Develop a system to trigger audits for variance of what was produced versus shipped.Develop a system to ensure line leaders/supervisors are cross-training employees on critical skills, evaluate on a weekly basis.Evaluate and develop a plan to improve meat slicing and minimize slippage.Follow guidelines and check sheets set up by QA to monitor appearance and undesirable products, so a quality product is sent to the customer daily.Track daily productivity and share results with the team.Ensure weekly schedule is posted in a timely manner.Follow up from R&D meeting and ensure issues are resolved.Any other duties assigned by Production Manager/Plant Manager.Management retains the discretion to modify or add duties to the position at any time when the need arises.REQUIREMENTS Good math ability and problem-solving skills.Computer proficient.Good report writing ability (grammar, punctuation, etc.)Ability to handle pressure and deadline and to concentrate for lengthy periods and perform accurately with adequate speedExcellent organization, communication, leadership, and interpersonal skillsBe flexible and be able to adapt in a fast-changing work environmentExcellent time management and organizational skillsCollege degree (4 year in the Science field preferred)Ability to work weekends.Experience in food manufacturing environmentPhysical RequirementsTo successfully perform the essential functions of this job the employee must be able to do the following: the employee is regularly required to sit and stand and to use hands and fingers. The employee is required to walk, bend, climb, and drive motorized vehicles. The employee must be able to lift up to 30 pounds. The specific vision required by this job includes both close vision and distance vision. The employee is required to work in the normal office environment. The work environment involves daily exposure to unusual hot and cold temperatures, humidity and/or noise.Work EnvironmentThe work environment involves daily exposure to unusual hot and cold temperatures, humidity, and/or noise. The work environment involves daily exposure to physical risks, such as working around mechanical, and moving objects.