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Job Description
We are seeking a Production Manager for a rapidly growing meal service provider in Lewisburg, Tennessee! Homestyle Direct is a leading provider of pre-made meals for individuals who face challenges in feeding themselves. We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Production Manager to oversee our production processes, ensuring the timely and safe delivery of high-quality meals to our clients. As the central leadership figure, you will be responsible for leading a diverse workforce, driving growth, fostering personal and professional development, and maintaining adherence to strict process standards.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Lead day-to-day food production operations in a high-volume, fast-paced environment Own daily production execution to ensure meals are produced on schedule, in full, and to specification Enforce SOPs, HACCP, GMPs, sanitation protocols, allergen controls, and quality standards Maintain high standards of organization, cleanliness, and visual management across the production floor Identify and resolve production bottlenecks, downtime, and inefficiencies to improve throughput and flow Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on waste reduction, labor efficiency, yield improvement, and process consistency Partner with Quality and Food Safety teams on deviations, corrective actions, audits, and preventive measures Ensure accurate production, quality, and safety documentation and compliance with internal and external standards Collaborate with Scheduling, Inventory, Procurement, and Logistics to execute daily and weekly production plans Track and report KPIs including productivity, labor efficiency, yields, scrap, safety, quality, and on-time performance Lead, coach, and develop supervisors and team leads while building accountability and strong floor leadership Support staffing, onboarding, training, engagement, and retention efforts in partnership with Site HR Foster a positive, team-oriented culture with strong communication, accountability, and floor presence
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
5+ years of leadership experience in high-speed food production or packaging Must be ablet to be onsite at HSD facility in Lewisburg, TN, Monday- Friday Proven ability to lead large, diverse teams in a fast-paced, deadline-driven operation Strong knowledge of raw materials, food production processes, packaging operations, and finished goods management Working knowledge of food safety systems, GMPs, HACCP, and regulatory requirements Experience using KPIs and performance data to drive operational improvement Strong Microsoft Office skills, especially Excel for analysis and reporting Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish (strongly preferred)
PREFERRED
: Experience with ERP, inventory, or cost systems such as Oracle, SAP, or Microsoft Dynamics Experience in refrigerated, frozen, or temperature-controlled food environments Ability to work on the production floor for extended periods, including lifting 40-50 pounds and working in hot and cold environments Join our team at Homestyle Direct and make a meaningful impact on the lives of individuals who rely on our meals for their daily nourishment. to be a part of our dynamic and compassionate team. #IND1
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$100,000.00 - $115,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Application Question(s): Are you able to work onsite at our Lewisburg, TN facility Monday through Friday (5am -5:30pm)? Have you been responsible for maintaining compliance with food safety regulations and audit standards? How many years of experience do you have supervising a team within the manufacturing/production/food packaging industry?
