Essential Functions and Responsibilities: Oversees Team Leader's activities and assures they are performing all job duties tasksCompletes evaluations of all direct reports and ensures team members are being developed and coached for growthCompletes and approves 30/60/90-day and annual performance evaluations provided by the Team LeadResponsible for the accurate submission of Manufacturing Order into Great Plains (GP).Assures FIFO inventory is metProvides input/review/approval of the area production schedule with Production Planner & Scheduler to achieve a minimum of 95% attainmentChampions and ensures a culture focused on safety, quality, efficiency, and continuous improvementAttains goals for their KPIs (Safety, Quality, Cost, Service)Identifies and implements cost reduction procedures related to material yields, labor efficiency and overall production Reviews and completes approval sign off at the end of shift production run. Develops team members to increase skills, cross-train, and to take accountability for resultsPerforms other duties as assigned Qualifications:A minimum of a High School Diploma with at least five (5) years of manufacturing or food industry-related work experience along with a minimum of two (2) years supervisory experience.