Production Manager Food Processing Equipment (Sheet Metal Fabrication)

Production Manager

• Food Processing Equipment (Sheet Metal Fabrication) 4583 Brate Dr, Hamilton, OH 45011 $75,096.52
• $85,000.00 a year
• Full-time $75,096.52
• $85,000.00 a year
• Full-time We are seeking an experienced Production Manager to lead our sheet metal fabrication operations specializing in food processing equipment.

The ideal candidate will have extensive manufacturing expertise with a strong focus on high-quality stainless steel fabrication and sanitary design. You will oversee the production floor, ensuring all equipment meets strict food-grade standards (e.g., 3-A, FDA, USDA), while managing schedules, maintaining quality, and leading a skilled team of fabricators and welders.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Production Oversight:

Plan, schedule, and direct daily fabrication activities to ensure food processing machinery and components are manufactured efficiently and on time.

Sanitary Quality Control:

Enforce rigorous quality standards specific to the food industry. Ensure all products meet sanitary design requirements, focusing on eliminating crevices, proper drainage, and achieving food-grade surface finishes.

Technical & Welding Guidance:

Utilize your practical knowledge of sanitary TIG welding (GTAW) to guide the team. Ensure proper techniques are used for purging, minimizing weld distortion, and achieving smooth, pit-free welds suitable for food contact.

Design & Blueprint Translation:

Read and interpret technical drawings and 3D models using AutoCAD or SolidWorks . Collaborate with engineering to ensure sanitary design principles are practical and manufacturable on the shop floor.

Material Management:

Oversee the proper handling, storage, and processing of 304 and 316 stainless steel to prevent cross-contamination and preserve material integrity.

Team Leadership & Training:

Hire, train, and mentor production staff. Ensure fabricators and polishers understand the critical importance of sanitary finishes and food-safe manufacturing practices.

Process & Equipment Management:

Optimize shop workflow for sheet metal machinery (press brakes, lasers, shears, polishing stations) and implement lean manufacturing principles tailored to custom equipment builds.

QUALIFICATIONS

Experience:

5+ years of experience as a Production Manager, Shop Foreman, or similar leadership role within a custom manufacturing or job shop environment.

Industry Expertise:

Extensive background in sheet metal fabrication with a mandatory focus on stainless steel . Direct experience manufacturing food processing, beverage, dairy, or pharmaceutical equipment is highly preferred.

Technical Skills:

• Deep understanding of sanitary TIG welding standards and techniques.

Proficiency in navigating and interpreting models in AutoCAD and/or SolidWorks . Knowledge of mechanical polishing and finishing techniques to achieve specific Ra (Roughness Average) values required for food-grade surfaces.

Regulatory Knowledge:

Familiarity with 3-A Sanitary Standards, FDA, or USDA manufacturing guidelines for equipment design.

Soft Skills:

Decisive leadership, clear communication, and the ability to bridge the gap between engineering and the production floor.

Safety:

Comprehensive knowledge of OSHA regulations, shop safety, and the specific hazards associated with stainless steel fabrication (e.g., hexavalent chromium mitigation).

WHAT WE OFFER

Full-time position based in Cincinnati, OH Standard schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM

• 4:00 PM (with flexibility as needed) Competitive salary (~$85,000 annually, depending on experience) 401(k) with company match Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, and life insurance Paid time off + paid holidays Monthly phone allowance Opportunity to make a direct impact in a growing, international company

ABOUT DSI DANTECH DSI

Dantech is the world's only provider of all three major food processing technologies: cryogenic, mechanical, and plate freezing systems . We deliver customized solutions to the global food industry with a strong focus on efficiency, sustainability, and product quality. With over 250 employees worldwide, we foster a culture built on Passion, Strong relations, Commitment & Quality . Apply Today We review applications on a rolling basis, so we encourage you to apply early.

Pay:

$75,096.52

• $85,000.

00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person