Join Our Team as a Production Manager at QTrade Teas & Botanicals!
Are you a dynamic leader with a keen eye for detail, a passion for team building, and the ability to juggle multiple tasks? QTrade Teas & Botanicals is looking for someone just like you! As a family-owned and operated company, we lead the way in providing iced and hot tea solutions to businesses across North America. With thirty years of experience and a brand-new, state-of-the-art facility in Brookshire, Texas, we’re ready for exciting growth—and we want you to be a part of it!
Job Title: Production Manager
Employment Status: Full Time
Employment Type: Management
Reports to: Operations Manager
Supervisory Responsibility (direct reports): Yes
Budget Accountability/Administration: Yes
Purpose:
As our Production Manager, you'll organize and oversee the day-to-day operations of our manufacturing facility, ensuring the smooth running of all production activities. Your goal is to build the best products on-time while maintaining food and employee safety, continuously improving processes, and keeping production cost-effective. You'll oversee the blending and packing operations, leading your team to success.
Essential Functions:
Lead the Production team (Blending and Packaging Operations).
Establish daily, weekly, and monthly goals for production and coordinate plans to meet those goals.
Oversee production processes to ensure efficiency and quality.
Manage production planning and processes, establishing workflows to enhance speed and efficiency without compromising product integrity or safety.
Ensure food safety and employee safety are top priorities.
Ensure products meet quality standards and hold the team accountable for maintaining these standards.
Write production reports, analyze data, and optimize for efficiency.
Manage and evaluate machine resources to ensure productivity and minimal downtime.
Implement improvements to the production process.
Identify production bottlenecks and find efficient solutions.
Supervise and evaluate the performance of production personnel.
Ensure all employees follow industry-standard health and safety guidelines.
Provide timely production information.
Set ambitious production goals and communicate them to key personnel including coordination with the quality, warehouse, and customer teams.
The ability to speak Spanish is helpful.
Knowledge/Competencies:
Proven experience as a production manager.
Personal experience with a broad range of manufacturing processes.
Knowledge of performance evaluation and budgeting concepts.
Great verbal and written communication skills.
Proficient with computers and eager to maximize software knowledge.
Strong organizational and leadership skills.
Strong computer skills, especially in Excel and NetSuite ERP.
Ability to make balanced decisions with sensitivity to others and the bigger picture.
Motivated to strengthen the team, even if at odds with personal desires (outward mindset).
Strong attention to detail.
Ability to coach and motivate others in alignment with company goals.
Skills/Work Experience:
Bachelor’s degree preferred but not required for well qualified candidates.
5-10 years of experience in manufacturing operations.
Experience leading people.
Proficiency in MS Office and ERP software such as NetSuite or SAP.
Knowledge of performance evaluation.
Strong leadership and decision-making skills.
Strong understanding of safety regulations.
Strong project management skills.
Strong organizational skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Highly developed interpersonal skills.
Ability to work effectively in a team.
Ready to roll up your sleeves, think strategically, and lead by example? Apply today and be part of the exciting journey at QTrade Teas & Botanicals!
Company Description
QTrade Teas & Botanicals is a trailblazer in providing iced and hot tea solutions to businesses large and small across North America. We create award-winning, functional recipes, build global supply chains, and expertly blend and package top-notch tea products.
With thirty years under our belt, we are a family-owned and operated company, now growing with a brand-new, custom-built manufacturing and distribution facility in Brookshire, Texas.
We're on the lookout for energetic, passionate, and dependable leaders ready to build a dynamic new team and deliver amazing results. At QTrade, you'll join a team of down-to-earth, hardworking colleagues who value each other and are committed to learning and growing together. We offer opportunities for career advancement and the chance to earn more as you grow with us. We work hard to balance high expectations for accountability and results while also providing the flexibility to support your family life.
If you're excited about leading and building a new team, keep reading!
Watch Our Journey and Capabilities: https://vimeo.com/750531733
Visit our website: www.qtradeteas.com to learn more
QTrade Teas & Botanicals is a trailblazer in providing iced and hot tea solutions to businesses large and small across North America. We create award-winning, functional recipes, build global supply chains, and expertly blend and package top-notch tea products. With thirty years under our belt, we are a family-owned and operated company, now growing with a brand-new, custom-built manufacturing and distribution facility in Brookshire, Texas. We're on the lookout for energetic, passionate, and dependable leaders ready to build a dynamic new team and deliver amazing results. At QTrade, you'll join a team of down-to-earth, hardworking colleagues who value each other and are committed to learning and growing together. We offer opportunities for career advancement and the chance to earn more as you grow with us. We work hard to balance high expectations for accountability and results while also providing the flexibility to support your family life. If you're excited about leading and building a new team, keep reading! Watch Our Journey and Capabilities: https://vimeo.com/750531733 Visit our website: www.qtradeteas.com to learn more
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing
Industries
Wholesale
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