Production Manager

Papa John's International Inc

Acworth, GA

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Budget Management, Business Services, Calendar Management, Capital Project, Communication Skills, Contingency Plans, Continuous Improvement, Cost Control, Cross-Functional, Customer Relations, Customer Response, Customer Support/Service, Customer/Client Research, Distribution Services, Diversity, Establish Priorities, Financial Management, Food Production, Leadership, Manufacturing, Performance Metrics, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Product Testing, Production Management, Productivity Management, Project Estimates, Project/Program Management, Quality Metrics, Sanitation, Set Goals, State Laws and Regulations, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Thought Leadership
LOCATION
Acworth, GA
POSTED
11 days ago

Job Details

Job Ref:R26_0000001981 Location:1389 Hwy 92,

Acworth, GA 30102

Category:Food Production Employment Type:Full time

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Job Summary

The Production Manager is responsible for leading a team manufacturing dough, meeting quality expectations measured by in-house audits, periodic product sampling & testing, customer feedback and consumer response.  Responsible for all aspects of production and safety operations to allow the Production Facility (QCC) to maintain operations and productivity.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Oversee all operations of dough production and sanitation to ensure product quality and consistency.

  • Manage and develop a team in an automated food manufacturing and distribution environment.

  • Provide demonstrated leadership in safety awareness and performance in the department and throughout the QCC.

  • Function as a key member on the Center Leadership Team in leading and demonstrating Papa John's Core values while ensuring daily business and customer service objectives are achieved.

  • Establish department goals and objectives in alignment with Center and Company goals.

  • Lead and participate in major projects and manage outside contractors as necessary.

  • Control labor cost through effective planning and scheduling.

  • Maintain a high level of productivity through a documented program of on-the-job training, measurement and follow-up.

  • Conduct periodic dough sampling and testing

  • Maintain productivity standards by providing metrics surrounding key performance indicators. Implement ways to increase productivity levels/performance through knowledge of formal continuous improvement methodology.

  • Develop and manage department budget and manage all financial aspects of the department including capital project estimates and payroll.

  • Coordinate contingency plans with the Center Leadership Team in order to minimize operational interruptions in the event of equipment breakdowns.

  • Provide out of hours contact and support leadership, to resolve unplanned issues and occurrences

Education, Experience & Certifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent required.

  • College education or business management development preferred.

  • Minimum five (5) years progressive management experience required, preferably in food production.

  • Working knowledge of local, state regulations and audits required.

Functional Skills

  • Analytical Skills: effectively uses data to generate insights for operations excellence

  • Planning & Prioritization: highest impact, highest value

  • Financial & Business Acumen

  • Communicates Effectively and Candidly

  • Problem Solving; ability to use rigorous logic to solve problems with innovative effective solutions

  • Process Improvement: Strive to continually improve

  • Ability to build and leverage talent

  • Ability to work in a challenging, fast-paced environment and to adapt to new situations as they arise

  • Ability to effectively communicate, inform, and influence senior leaders

  • Ability to work cross-functionality on multiple initiatives with a successful record of advancing projects

Education, Experience & Certifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent required.

  • College education or business management development preferred.

  • Minimum five (5) years progressive management experience required, preferably in food production.

  • Working knowledge of local, state regulations and audits required.

Functional Skills

  • Analytical Skills: effectively uses data to generate insights for operations excellence

  • Planning & Prioritization: highest impact, highest value

  • Financial & Business Acumen

  • Communicates Effectively and Candidly

  • Problem Solving; ability to use rigorous logic to solve problems with innovative effective solutions

  • Process Improvement: Strive to continually improve

  • Ability to build and leverage talent

  • Ability to work in a challenging, fast-paced environment and to adapt to new situations as they arise

  • Ability to effectively communicate, inform, and influence senior leaders

  • Ability to work cross-functionality on multiple initiatives with a successful record of advancing projects

Our Values

  • EVERYONE BELONGS - Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Teamwork
  • DO THE RIGHT THING - Integrity, Character and Community
  • PEOPLE FIRST - Customer and Team member Focus
  • INNOVATE TO WIN - Think Differently and Lead Change
  • HAVE FUN - It's Pizza, It Has To Be Fun!

Our Core Competencies

  • CUSTOMER FOCUSED - Put the customer's needs first
  • RESULTS DRIVEN - Commit to achieving objectives
  • INNOVATIVE MINDSET - Open to new ideas and ways of doing business
  • STRATEGIC THOUGHT LEADERSHIP - Engage in logical and systematic thinking
  • COLLABORATION - Work together in the most effective way

Papa Johns is an equal opportunity employer.

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Papa John's International Inc