Production manager jobs in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

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The Production Manager leads, directs and oversees all manufacturing operations within assigned facility location. The incumbent guides multiple supporting supervisors in the areas of manufacturing, to ensure the timely, efficient, safe, and cost-effective manufacturing of high-quality products. Duties and Responsibilities Directs and oversees ongoing performance efficiency of plant functions through the establishment and monitoring of various organizational goals that seek to meet and/or exceed objectives. Responsible for maintaining a safe, clean and positive work environment. Responsible for scheduling, planning and organizing work and Production activities across two shifts, clearly communicating goals and ensuring that all staff are familiar (and in compliance with) the appropriate standards and procedures. Oversee the sanitation team, performance and records Drive line efficiency improvement through root cause and corrective action Partners with Maintenance on identifying and correcting unplanned downtime Completes all assigned key projects, initiatives and production targets with a high level of quality and accuracy and within approved budget parameters and timeframes. Manages resources to control costs and optimize profitability to meet internal and external client expectations. Provides support and guidance in the management of product quality and ensures compliance with quality and sanitation policies, procedures and systems to include HACCP, GMPs and the management and reduction of consumer complaints. Continuously evaluates manufacturing capabilities and recommends future capital expenditures to accommodate future growth and/or expand current operations. Provides support and guidance in the management of employee performance development. Ensures all performance issues are addressed in a timely manner and all employees adhere to company policies and procedures on an ongoing basis. Reports food safety and quality issues and initiate action, as necessary. Follow all Food Safety guidelines, but not limited to: GMP's, Allergen Program, Quality, Sanitation, and Safety. Qualifications Minimum 10 years' experience in a manufacturing management role within the food or beverage industry or related capacity. Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, or manufacturing or equivalent. Previous Production Management experience. Proven track record of driving operational improvement through the use of lean tools and methods Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups, individuals or outside vendors. Excellent organizational skills, ability to prioritize multiple priorities and strong attention to detail. Computer skills including MS Office programs such as Outlook, Word, Excel PowerPoint. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate (verbal/writing) effectively. Bilingual English - Spanish (a/o Portuguese/Cape Verdean Creole) is required. Self-motivated and strong analytical / problem solving skills. Ability to collaborate at all levels of the organization and across other functional areas. Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality. Work with minimal supervision execute for results in a fast paced environment. Ability to empower, motivate and inspire staff. Ability to lead change and execute on strategic decisions. Conflict resolution skills.

Kinovate Life Sciences, Inc. established in 2004 in Oceanside, California. A wholly owned subsidiary of Nitto Denko Corporation (*************** Kinovate was spun-off from Oceanside, CA based R&D facility Nitto Denko Technical Corp (**************** with a mission to provide the highest quality materials to niche life science markets worldwide. Since its inception, Kinovate has grown to become the market leader in solid support in the oligonucleotide synthesis field. We are bringing the most creative minds in science and technology to develop medical discoveries and breakthroughs. Our customers are well-known in the biotechnology industry. We are in a growth phase within ISO work environment and leading towards a GMP Certification. KLS is seeking extraordinary people to join the team. KLS is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer. Why Work Here Great place to work. Small subsidiary of large international company headquartered in Japan. Generous discretionary bonuses. Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance effective from date of hire. Additional benefits include 401(k), 3 weeks vacation in your first year, 12 paid yearly holidays, 5 paid sick days, tuition reimbursement and more. JOB SUMMARY: Under general guidance, manageshort-and-long-term business plans for production deliverables to customers within a segment of production. Plan production schedule within budgetary constraints, analyzes human and capital resources selecting the bestmethodology to meet production requirements and ensuring quality standards. Partner with various departments such as technology, engineering, quality, safety and human resources for guidance, collaboration, or attainment of business objectives. Provide leadership and management skills to supervisors ensuring products are produced safely and with on-time deliverables while achieving or exceeding customer expectations. ESSENTIAL DUTIES and/or RESPONSIBILITIES: Provides day-to-day leadership to Production Supervisors, Leads and/or employeesworking within the production department, including resolving any technical or operational issues. Ensures effective employee relations. Providesemployee coaching, mentoring, training, and development. Resolves employee issues through problem resolution. Manages any personnel issue such as attendance, efficiency, training, quality, safety,etc. encouraging supervisor to document any pertinent information concerning employees. Collaborates with Human Resources in the administration of discipline as necessary. Implements Human Resources advisement of corrective actions. Formulates and recommends manufacturing policies and programs that guide the organization in maintaining and improving its competitive position and profitability of the operation. Directs and facilitates variousprograms essential to manufacturing procedures, e.g., safety, training,cost reduction, employee engagement, lean manufacturing, security, etc.) Creates, prepares, and reviews production reports and data,presents to seniormanagement as necessary. Partners with engineering for new productintroduction and production improvements to resolvemajor technical and/or quality issues in manufacturing. Applies lean manufacturing conceptsin assigned area, e.g., Kaizen,GATE, etc. Other dutiesas assigned. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITES: Production Supervisors MINIMUM EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry or related field; and seven (7) to ten (10) years' directly related experience; and two (2) years' managing/supervising a significate segmentof a medium to large manufacturer with automated process equipment; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Master's degree in Business Administration or related field, a plus. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and/or ABILITIES: Solid leadership, organization, and people skillsto motivate, guide, inspire, train, coach, mentor to accomplish departmental objectives. Solid ability to resolve moderate to complex employee relations issues. Strong knowledge of automated manufacturing methods and understanding of workflow processes. Ability to analyzeproduct specifications and plant capacitydata and performmathematical calculations to determine manufacturing processes, tools, and manpower requirements. Basic to intermediate knowledge of continuous improvement techniques such as Kaizen,5S, GATE and Lean Manufacturing. Persuasive written and verbal communication skills to communicate with personnel effectively and clearly, across organization functional groups and effectively present to groups of people. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, proceduremanual, work instructions, operating and maintenance instructions as well as writing routine reports and e-mail correspondence. Advanced understanding of mathematical concepts,including adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividingin units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, decimals, and millimeters. Ability to deal with problemsinvolving several concretevariables in standardized situations and applycommon knowledge understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral and or diagram form. Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook as well as other enterprise reporting programs such as Net Suite. Professional Membership, highly desirable. CERTIFICATES and/or LICENSES: Supervisory Certificate, desirable. PHYSICAL DEMANDS and/or WORK ENVIRONMENT: (Typical physical demands and the work environment characteristics an employee must meet and encounter while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.) Sit for 30%-40%of the time at a desk doing sedentary reports,research, work with computer and attending meetings; 60% -70% of time interfacing with others on the manufacturing floor. Must be able to stand/walk frequently up to 6 hours in a day. Ability to occasionally lift/carry items up to 35 pounds as well as overhead. Ability to push/pull carts or palletjacks loaded with raw materials, work in progressand finish goods occasionally up to 3 hours in a day. Ability to grasp objectswith a force up to 35 pounds. Gross hand manipulation of light-moderate strengthis required to grab raw materials. Fine hand manipulation of light-moderate strengthis required to operate valves,dials, buttons, and touch screen displays on machines. Must see/focus for close eye work (small figures), discriminate colors and perceive depths. Must speak/hear to fulfill verbalcommunications and respondto machine alarms/buzzers. Subject to periodic exposureto varying temperatures, occasional exposure to noise levelsabove 85 decibels, gas/fumes/mists and chemicals or hazardous materials while using personal protective equipment when required. Must wear safety shoes in requiredareas. Must be able to work extendedhours per the demands of the business.

Production manager will oversee planning, scheduling, and supervising the manufacturing process at a single shift machine shop. Ready to make your application Please do read through the description at least once before clicking on Apply. Self motivated, teacher & a leader to effectively interact & xevrcyc collaborate with departments to drive quality production forward.

Summary/Objective Produce quality products on time, maintain control of production and inventories to meet forecasted sales requirements. Responsible for managing the day-to-day manufacturing operations on the plant floor while improving safety, quality, and productivity. You should be a strong leader with an analytical mind and excellent interpersonal communication skills. Roles Responsibilities Monitor all manufacturing operations and processes to ensure compliance to ISO 9001 and safety standards. Analyze operating reports and plan for annual budgets to support business needs that help to meet or exceed company targets and goals. Maintain a safe work environment and follow all safety regulations Oversee daily floor manufacturing operations, while mentoring manufacturing Supervisors and Process Engineer to support you with daily task and activities. Use Strategy Deployment to develop and create a continuous improvement mind set with a focus on safety, first pass reliability, decreasing scrap, and increasing efficiency. Support manufacturing departments to help with inventory management, equipment maintenance, and material management in the plant. Support the quality department to establish best in class quality and establish standard processes and training for all plant personal. Analyze operating expenses and look for ways to reduce costs in our production and labor cost. Responsible for ensuring conflicts are managed and resolved among departments and employees. Responsible for hiring and training new employees along with performance managing employees to meet Standards. Support the maintenance department activities to help reduce downtime on machines and keep the facility in excellent working condition. Ensure all legal requirements, company safety procedures, and local and state health and safety regulations are met Directs manufacturing operations to Maintain a safe work environment through training, equipment, and process improvements. Develop and communicate productivity and efficiency goals and plans to meet those goals Establish cost control programs to meet or beat budgeted/forecasted levels in staffing and manufacturing expenses. Responsible for continuous improvement in manufacturing operations to ensure quality products - minimize defects and control waste and scrap. Establish and achieve scrap/material usage variance goals. Develop and implement programs to reduce material costs through better production methods in Compounding, Casting, Coating, and Converting. Manages process and facilities engineering to: Maximize productivity and improve product quality through process and equipment engineering improvement. Institute continuous cost reduction programs. Work closely with Sales & Marketing and Research & Development on projects for the introduction of new product lines or changes to existing products or production lines. Assure safe conduct of all direct personnel, as well as the facility at large, including proper use of personal protective equipment and safety procedures. Maintain clean safe operation of all equipment and machinery, assuring compliance with governmental agencies such as EPA and OSHA. Ensure safety, environmental housekeeping and cleanliness are at world class levels. Use appropriate HR and Management Development tools to develop leadership skills in your direct reports and other leaders and future leaders in the organization. Must be able to readily understand and translate business goals into strategic operational initiatives. Maximize plant efficiency, product quality, throughput, delivery performance, profitability and working capital through deployment and execution Operations SDs. Develop and implement processes, metrics and accountability to drive improvements across manufacturing. Develop in conjunction with Supply Chain, Sales, Operations, Finance and Engineering goals and objectives consistent with corporate plans. Implement plans and report on progress. Develop and implement plans and standard operating procedures in order to minimize manufacturing costs, improve throughput, and effectively utilize all materials, manpower, equipment, materials and capital. Develop operating budgets in line with company goals and objectives. Develop and establish improved controls and reporting systems to provide accurate information to drive improvements. Identify and execute training programs for manufacturing and support employees. People Management: Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work, appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems. Develop and maintain excellent employee relations and communications. Continually develop staff to meet the facilities' future HR needs. Establish individual performance goals for all manufacturing and support employees. Meet with direct reports regularly to assess progress in achieving goals. Document performance versus goals as a measurement for merit-based increases. Encourage employee teamwork and innovation. Encourage individual employee involvement by providing opportunities for constructive input and action on viable improvement ideas. Serve as a key member of the Leadership Team: Participate in development and implementation of Annual Operating Plan, including the identification of key projects directed at improving safety, quality, and efficiency. Identify, evaluate, and propose related capital projects. Be strong spokesperson and advocate representing the needs of the manufacturing team. Requirements Bachelor's Degree in an engineering discipline or related field. 5 years' experience in a manufacturing organization. 3 years' experience in a supervisory/management experience. Understanding of a processing related environment (example: coating, roll to roll printing and extrusion concepts). Demonstrate strong leadership, team building and advanced coaching skills. Experienced in talent development ability to motivate people, assess, and develop employee skills. Demonstrated understanding of the principles and applications associated with manufacturing operations, maintenance and engineering. Excellent planning and organizational skills, with the ability to balance production and maintenance needs. Excellent interpersonal communication and listening ability. SAP experience Six Sigma, Lean Certifications a plus. Must demonstrate strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication skills required (interpersonal, verbal, written, listening, presentation). Must have the ability to communicate effectively with all levels of organization and external suppliers and customers. Basic to advanced computer skills in MS Office Positive outlook, professional demeanor, with a strong work ethic, that includes attendance, organization, accuracy, attention to detail, good judgement, and discretion. Personally guided by, espouses, communicates, works with, and through, values of integrity, excellence, inspirational, teamwork and accountability.

We're looking for someone who: Is an enthusiastic leader who develops their team members, while creating opportunities for growth and development. Has experience in production operations, in a food manufacturing environment. Is an excellent communicator with team members, executives, vendors, and other partners. Maintains a positive can-do attitude. Bilingual, English, and Spanish is required We offer: Great Compensation (DOE) Paid Time Off (PTO) & (PSL) Paid Sick Leave Company offered insurance benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision Plans) Company Paid Life Insurance 401(k) Plan with up to 4% Company Match Position Summary: The Plant Manager leads the centralized commissary and food manufacturing facility supporting Restaurants. This role is responsible for overseeing daily operations, ensuring food safety and quality, and driving continuous improvement across the facility. Position Responsibilities: PLANT MANAGER TASKS: · Budget and Cost Control: Manage budgets and control plant expenses, while reducing inefficiencies and waste. Be able to perform cost analyses to determine labor, materials, consumables, and utilities to determine cost per pound for each type of product produced in the facility. Ability to adapt this information to determine optimal sizes or minimum batch quantities and when to schedule production time for certain products. · Management: Overall management of operations, including supervisory responsibilities for managers, assistant managers, and team members. · Production Planning: Oversee daily operations to ensure safety, quality and production standards are met and maintain quality standards with team and food suppliers. · Process Monitoring : Monitor and test various plant processes including ingredient receiving inspection, recipe verification, batch records and quality control of finished product. · Process Improvements: Continuously identify and improve inefficient operations, suggest new ideas and create concepts to solve them by means of new infrastructure or processing equipment · Purchasing: Oversee team members that purchase products and advise on how to bring costs down. Example, order larger quantities, primary/secondary vendors, or set up contracts on an annual purchase basis with scheduled deliveries. · Hands On Engagement: Provide hands-on support for team members to fill in when needed. Perform all preparation, cooking, cleaning, or packaging operations on short notice. · Construction Coordination: General knowledge and experience with construction related tasks. Be able to coordinate with contractors for maintenance and capital projects while dealing with scheduled shutdowns in a food production environment. · Maintenance Coordination: Evaluate equipment and determine preventative maintenance requirements to make sure that the “up time” of the equipment is achieved to reduce downtime during production. · QA Experience: Be aware of proper procedures from a QA perspective. Guide team members to ensure food quality standards are met. · Delivery Vehicles: Management of the company owned delivery vehicles, route coordination and schedules. ADMINISTRATIVE TASKS: · Inventory control: Manage and maintain inventory. · Data Analysis: Collect and analyze data to optimize production processes and improve efficiency. · Policy development: Develop and execute plant policies and procedures that align with the company's goals. Manage company policies, HACCP structure for team members . These responsibilities help maintain high standards in food production and ensure the plant operates efficiently and safely. · Team Building & Leadership : Create weekly schedule, payroll procedures and promote safety as part of the hiring, training, and mentor staff, and ensure company policies and procedures are followed; HACCP leader in kitchen and delivery vehicles. · Other Leadership Duties: Train new employees. Attend various meetings: Leadership meetings, Project planning, 1:1 meeting with Manager. HACCP EXPERIENCE: · Monitoring and verification : Regular review of HACCP activities and data to ensure compliance with safety standards. · Training and Communication: Oversee training and follow up with all team members to establish the importance of food safety protocols · Oversee HACCP protocols for delivery vehicles: Oversee programs for vehicles and delivery process. · Documentation and Record -Keeping : Ensure all HACCP documentation is accurate and up to date. FOOD KNOWLEDGE: · Food Knowledge : Ensure thorough knowledge of food products, ingredients, and processes to maintain compliance with company standards and regulatory requirements. · Production Processes: Oversee production processes to maintain the authentic taste, texture, and presentation of various food items, preferrable experience with traditional Mexican food items (e.g., tortillas, salsas, marinades, proteins). · Recipe Standards: Ensure all products meet authentic recipe standards while complying with food safety and regulatory requirements. · Suppliers: Monitor suppliers to ensure quality and consistency of traditional ingredients. · Food Preparation Techniques: Leverage knowledge of food preparation techniques (e.g., marination, roasting, frying, sauce blending) to troubleshoot production issues and maintain product authenticity. · Culinary Skills: Balance culinary authenticity with scalable manufacturing practices, ensuring efficiency without compromising product quality. · EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION: · Bachelor's in food science, Ops Management, Business, or equivalent experience. · 5+ years in food production/manufacturing. · 3+ years in leadership or supervisory roles. · Bilingual, English, and Spanish is required TECHNICAL PROFICIENCY: · Knowledge of Food Safety Regulatory departments which could include: o Food & Drug Administration (FDA) o United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) o California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) o California Department of Public Health (CDPH) o Hazardous Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) o Safe Quality Food (SQF Code 9) o Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) o Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) o Advanced food safety training o Local City Departments (Wastewater, Fire Department, Chemical Fire Suppression, Building Dept) · Strong problem-solving and decision-making in high-pressure environments. · Proactive maintenance and crisis response skills. CORE COMPETENCIES: · Problem solving and decision-making skills · Team management skills / ability to co-ordinate and coach a team · Effective communication skills and responsibilities · Technical knowledge and skills (Microsoft Office, HARRI, Paylocity, Asana or other PM software

The Senior Tooling Manager is responsible for leading, coaching, and mentoring the Tool Room Group in areas including new mold and component construction, lifecycle asset management, and machining. This role drives long-term business objectives by clearly defining goals through data and metrics and actively practices strong leadership, change management, project management, technical skills, and standardization of the department. The Senior Manager will also support the global tooling efforts in the design, sourcing, fabrication, repair, and maintenance of high-volume plastic injection molds, ensuring the Tool Room performs at a high level to meet the demands of mold repair, new tool construction, and general machining. Must demonstrate behavior that is consistent with the company's values of Customer Satisfaction, Innovation, Family, and Social Responsibility. Essential Job Functions/Tasks: Develops and executes short- and long-term strategic visions to meet key performance initiatives (KPIs). Analyses current and future Tool Room staffing requirements using demand data to mitigate gaps and risks. Establishes specific, measurable goals which defines expected results; creates work plans with contingencies; determines required resources; moves plans through to completion. Recruits and creates a motivating environment that fosters creative thinking and fuels productivity. Completes performance evaluations for direct reports, reviewing all staffing evaluations, and providing guidance for improvement and future growth. Mentors and coaches all levels of the team, including supervisors, and provides technical expertise. Monitors the daily department operations, including workflow scheduling, staff management, production processes, quality, and all other activities to ensure on-time delivery. Identifies priorities, scheduling tooling projects, and using formal asset data tracking systems such as Hexagon/EAM. Drives change using continuous process improvement tools like Lean/TPS/TPM, promoting a first-class vision and culture, and maintaining a "Kaizen" mindset for frequent, incremental improvements. Develops and deploys new and innovative programs and processes to improve operational performance that are consistent with corporate objectives . Delivers results through optimizing the utilization of CNC 3/4/5 axis equipment, including but not limited to 24/7 ‘Lights Out” machining principle. Troubleshoots mold manufacturing and production tooling issues, determines root causes, and suggests corrective/preventative actions. Ensures the effective management of inventory control of spare parts and consumable materials. Maintains open communication with different business units, collaborating with Global Tool Room Managers to ensure world-class standards, and establishing strong working relationships with internal departments . Champions personal growth in leadership and career development and leads collaborative team efforts to achieve goals while aligning department strategy with the overall needs of the business . Provides input on the development and planning for new products with a focus on design for manufacturability, supporting molding operations on mold process troubleshooting, problem-solving, and improvements in efficiency and utilization . Supports preparing operating and capital investment budget and manages its adherence. Identifies and writes CAR's for purchasing all new equipment and software. Education/Training Required and Preferred: Bachelor's degree or a combination of education and relevant work experience. Experience Required and Preferred: Minimum 10 years of experience in a Tool Room environment with demonstrated expertise in the areas of plastic injection mold repair, new mold construction, mold design, jig, fixture design and construction, and machining. Minimum 5 years of experience in a Tool Room environment in a leadership role. Including expert knowledge in plastic injection molding. What You Bring: Professional management skills that include the ability to plan, organize, staff, lead, and control the operations and financial performance of the department. Requires in-depth knowledge in the functional area of tooling operations. Excellent problem-solving abilities. Must have exceptional organization and planning skills. Financial background, with demonstrated experience in budget administration and analyzing financial statements and maximizing profit margins. Effective presentation and public speaking skills. Requires commitment and ability to achieve excellence in leadership. Ability to lead and serve as a mentor to staff. Ability to carry on the culture and values of Hunter Industries. Requires willingness to work a flexible schedule. Awareness of cultural diversity when interacting with employees and customers. Requires the ability to assess risks and opportunities. Requires the ability to successfully lead and accomplish significant organizational change efforts and strategic initiatives. Ability to initiate and manage multiple process improvements simultaneously. Applied knowledge of tool steels and alloy materials used in the manufacturing of injection molds. Working knowledge of the plastic injection molding industry, with understanding of specialized manufacturing methods and practices related to the construction of high production plastic injection molds. Ability to troubleshoot injection mold related issues, with the ability to offer guidance to lead mold makers. Knowledge to suggest improvements or alternate methods of achieving a solid mold design to mold design engineers. Strong interpersonal skills to work within a team environment and demonstrate professional behavior. Extensive knowledge of shop machining equipment and processes. Ability to perform tooling evaluations and accurately quote replacement and/or repairs. Capable of confidently making decisions to repair or replace tooling in a way that best suits the organization. Ability to evaluate tool room equipment and work with direct supervisor to make decisions to add or replace Capital. Utilize Microsoft Word and Excel to create spreadsheets for presentations or to track project progress. Knowledge of tool room machinery (Assets) with ability to acquire quotes and execute large machinery purchases. What We Offer: Amazing corporate culture - we walk the walk when it comes to our values! Beautiful 20 acre park like campus with creek and walking trails On site wellness center with personal training, fitness classes and massage FUN company events! Company Donation Matching and Volunteer Rewards Career Development opportunities and profit sharing bonus Follow us on LinkedIn, check out our rave reviews on Glassdoor, and learn more about our company culture on our career site: ********************************************* Hunter is a global leader in the irrigation, outdoor lighting, dispensing technology, and custom manufacturing industries. Driving our continued success is the combined energy and talents of the nearly 4,000 people on our team. Together, we create a diverse array of products that can be seen all over the world, from residential landscapes to national landmarks, stadiums, parks, hotels, and municipal buildings. Hunter Industries and its Family of Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, military and veteran status, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, or any other applicable legally protected status or characteristic. The salary for this opportunity ranges from $153,000 to $192,000 The Company complies with all federal/local/state regulations in regard to pay. The above represents the expected salary range for this job requisition. Compensation offered to the successful candidate will be determined by qualifications, prior experience, other job-related factors, and geographic location.

Job Responsibilities Manage and monitor the entire production process, including scheduling and workflow coordination Oversee bottling operations to ensure efficiency and quality standards Order raw materials and packaging supplies as needed Handle inventory management and stock control Calculate manufacturing costs and manage data entry using Excel Ensure compliance with plant safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards Supervise and train plant staff; communicate effectively with temporary staffing agencies Support the Plant Manager with daily operations and continuous improvement initiatives Note: This role is primarily based on the factory floor rather than in an office environment. Requirements 2-3 years of experience in food manufacturing or production operations Demonstrated leadership and team management skills Native-level Japanese and business-level English proficiency Strong communication and interpersonal skills High attention to detail with proactive problem-solving abilities Strong sense of responsibility and ownership in managing production teams Interest in plant operations, efficiency, and quality improvement Proficiency in basic PC skills (Excel, Word, etc.） Work Hours: 7 AM to 3:30 PM, Sunday to Thursday (Fridays and Saturdays: Off). Uniform and mobile phone will be provided Very supportive and stable work environment, making this an ideal opportunity for those seeking long-term employment.

Innovation Bakers Innovation Bakers is a rapidly growing commercial bakery in Southern California providing high-quality products, category-growing innovation, and value-added customer partnerships because of our sought-after people and unique capabilities. We excel in producing traditional and new innovative, fresh-baked goods for regional and national strategic partners. We are driven by our core values to Innovate, Make it Sweet Together, Make it Happen, and Make it Right, and believe that our employees are the key ingredient to our success. Position Summary: The primary function of the Production Supervisor is to lead one or more production work centers. The supervisor will be administratively responsible for one work center to train, develop, and performance manage. The supervisor will be assigned to operationally lead any production work center as established by the production schedule. Key Responsibilities: Lead and maintain a capable, trained, and equipped work center. Develop weekly schedules to ensure proper labor is available to meet production requirements. Maintain a safe and clean work environment. Ensure all assigned personnel complete general safety and quality training on time. Complete assigned periodic safety requirements on time. Properly report all safety incidents and near misses, and participate in root cause analysis and preventative and corrective actions. Direct and supervise work center employees to execute production plans to meet orders and provide hands-on support as required. Provide guidance and expectations to leads, specialists, and mixers to accomplish their assigned tasks. Conduct performance management of assigned employees. Provide higher-level problem-solving and escalation as required. Own work center performance in safety, quality, and production. Ensure employees follow company safety procedures and good manufacturing practices. Continually assess production output and adjust the production plan to achieve requirements while minimizing waste. Review work center quality and production documentation for accuracy and analysis. Develop and implement strategies and plans to achieve and exceed key performance indicators within their area of responsibility. Perform special projects, reports, and studies as requested by management. Ensure products meet Innovation Bakers' quality and customer standards and segregate for evaluation or disposal of non-conforming product. Ensure all allergen control measures are implemented and proper sanitization is completed for allergen changeovers. Collaborate across work centers and departments to de-conflict or acquire resources needed to achieve production requirements. Escalate quality deviations (product and process), safety concerns, and equipment degradations to production management and appropriate support departments. Qualify and perform the Floor Supervisor role under the Operational Support Plan. Any additional duties requested by any manager on duty. Qualifications: Possess good math, written, and communication skills. Ability to manage and direct people in a positive fashion, but provide counsel as needed. Displaying a positive and pro-company demeanor, conducting oneself in a professional manner at all times. Ability to learn ingredient functionality, mixing, baking, computing skills, and be able to train subordinates in the same. Physical Requirements: Walking 50%, Standing 35%, Stoop/Bending While Standing 5%, Lifting While Standing 5%, Good Hand Grasping 5%. Environmental Conditions: Inside the building, the normal temperature is between 70-90 degrees. Work near the fryer and ovens may be warmer. May be required to enter a cooler or freezer for short periods of time, temperature -10 to 40. Innovation Bakers is an equal opportunity employer. This role is onsite 5 days per week.

As a leader and innovator in the snack food industry for over 50 years, J&J Snack Foods provides branded snack foods to foodservice and retail supermarket outlets across the U.S. Its products include such icons as SUPERPRETZEL, ICEE, and Dippin' Dots along with other key brands like LUIGI'S Real Italian Ice, The Funnel Cake Factory Funnel Cakes, and Hola Churros. J&J also has a strong presence in bakery providing cakes, cookies, and pies to some of the largest grocery and convenience retailers in industry. Our company continues to deliver record sales led by a talented team and a commitment to “Fun Served Here”. POSITION SUMMARY: Under the leadership and guidance of the Production Manager, the Production Supervisor will oversee our production operations and ensure efficiency, quality, and safety standards are met. Key responsibilities include supervising production staff, monitoring workflow, implementing process improvements, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. The Production Supervisor will play a pivotal role in driving productivity, optimizing resources, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement within the plant. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Supervises and coordinates daily production activities to meet production targets and quality standards. Plans and prioritizes production schedules to optimize resources and minimize downtime. Leads, mentors, and motivates the production team to achieve performance goals and maintain a positive work environment. Trains and cross trains employees on various production functions. Manages production goals including waste, labor, throughput, and ensures the appropriate maintenance of production equipment. Ensures the timely initiation of production lines, efficiency of changeover, and monitors labor cost. Collaborates with other departments, such as maintenance, quality, and warehousing, to ensure a smooth and safe production flow. Enforces safety protocols and regulations to maintain a safe working environment for all employees. Follows all OSHA safety rules. Proactively and routinely monitors employee performance, provides feedback, and implements disciplinary actions when necessary. Drives continuous improvement initiatives to streamline processes, reduce waste, and enhance productivity. Implements and enforces compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Safe Quality Food (SQF) guidelines, and Food & Drug Administration (FDA) regulations. Actively participates in the recruiting process to support hiring needs for the department as necessary. Performs daily recaps and provides corrective action recommendations to operations leadership in areas including but not limited to safety, quality, cleanliness, yield, and efficiency. Performs all other duties as assigned by the Production Manager. COMPETENCIES: To perform this job successfully, the Production Supervisor must be self-motivated, able to problem solve, detail-oriented, and able to stay on task. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Excellent organization and time management skills. Ability to communicate clearly and concisely. Self-motivated, with the ability to multi-task, prioritize, and adapt well to change. Ability to demonstrate excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: High school diploma or GED required. Minimum of one (1) year in a manufacturing supervisory role. Experience in food manufacturing desired. Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, quality control principles, and safety regulations. Proficient with software packages such as JD Edwards, Excel, Word, Microsoft Teams, Email, Internet, and Power Point. US Salary Pay Range $70,000 - $84,200 USD Disclaimer: This position description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the team member. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. EEO Statement: J&J Snack Foods Corp.is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discriminatory employment actions against, and treatment of, employees and applicants for employment based on actual or perceived Federal, State and local laws that prohibit employment discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, national origin, ethnicity, alienage, religion or creed, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship, genetic disposition or characteristics, disability or veteran's status, sex offenses, prior record of arrest or conviction, genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristic, status as a victim or witness of domestic violence, sex offenses or stalking and unemployment status.

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Manufacturing Manager to oversee daily operations within our manufacturing facility. The ideal candidate will lead production teams, ensure quality standards, and optimize manufacturing processes to meet company goals. This leadership role requires strategic planning, excellent communication skills, and a strong understanding of manufacturing systems. The Manufacturing Manager will play a key role in driving efficiency, safety, and continuous improvement across all production activities. Direct hire, Located in Placentia, CA 92870 Offering $110K-130K DOE Duties Monitor all manufacturing operations and processes to ensure compliance to ISO 9001 and safety standards. Analyze operating reports and plan for annual budgets to support business needs that help to meet or exceed company targets and goals. Maintain a safe work environment and follow all safety regulations Oversee daily floor manufacturing operations, while mentoring manufacturing Supervisors and Process Engineer to support you with daily task and activities. Use Strategy Deployment to develop and create a continuous improvement mind set with a focus on safety, first pass reliability, decreasing scrap, and increasing efficiency. Support manufacturing departments to help with inventory management, equipment maintenance, and material management in the plant. Support the quality department to establish best in class quality and establish standard processes and training for all plant personal. Analyze operating expenses and look for ways to reduce costs in our production and labor cost. Responsible for ensuring conflicts are managed and resolved among departments and employees. Responsible for hiring and training new employees along with performance managing employees to meet company standards. Support the maintenance department activities to help reduce downtime on machines and keep the facility in excellent working condition. Ensure all legal requirements, company safety procedures, and local and state health and safety regulations are met. Maintain a safe work environment through training, equipment, and process improvements. Develop and communicate productivity and efficiency goals and plans to meet those goals Establish cost control programs to meet or beat budgeted/forecasted levels in staffing and manufacturing expenses. Responsible for continuous improvement in manufacturing operations to ensure quality products - minimize defects and control waste and scrap. Establish and achieve scrap/material usage variance goals. Develop and implement programs to reduce material costs through better production methods in Compounding, Casting, Coating, and Converting. Experience Bachelor's Degree in an engineering discipline or related field. 5 years' experience in a manufacturing organization. 3 years' experience in a supervisory/management experience. Understanding of a processing related environment (example: coating, roll to roll printing and extrusion concepts). Demonstrate strong leadership, team building and advanced coaching skills. Experienced in talent development ability to motivate people, assess, and develop employee skills. Demonstrated understanding of the principles and applications associated with manufacturing operations, maintenance and engineering. Excellent planning and organizational skills, with the ability to balance production and maintenance needs. Excellent interpersonal communication and listening ability. SAP experience Six Sigma, Lean Certifications a plus. Must demonstrate strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication skills required (interpersonal, verbal, written, listening, presentation). Must have the ability to communicate effectively with all levels of organization and external suppliers and customers. Basic to advanced computer skills in MS Office Positive outlook, professional demeanor, with a strong work ethic, that includes attendance, organization, accuracy, attention to detail, good judgement, and discretion. Personally guided by, espouses, communicates, works with, and through, values of integrity, excellence, inspirational, teamwork and accountability

About the company Ardmore Home Design (AHD), founded in 2008, is a privately owned, fast-paced, founder-led entrepreneurial company where we value people with strong skills to make our products and processes better every day. We design, sell, and distribute luxury home décor globally to interior designers and boutique/luxury retailers. The AHD family of wholesale brands includes Made Goods (flagship furniture made from unique materials), Pigeon & Poodle (home and bath accessories), Blue Pheasant (handcrafted tabletop products) and Burton James (seating home furnishing). Role Purpose: The Production Coordinator supports the full lifecycle of a purchase order-from placing orders, ensuring quality, on-time delivery, and managing production changes and communication. This is a hands-on role that requires daily collaboration with vendors and internal teams, strong attention to detail, and proactive problem-solving to keep production running smoothly. This individual embraces our in-person, on-site work culture and consistently demonstrates our company values of Ownership, Collaboration, and Respect. Job Responsibilities: Create and issue purchase orders to overseas agents and maintain up-to-date shipment status in ERP/portal. Monitor production timelines-including new collection launches, backorders, hospitality orders-and follow up proactively to ensure lead times are met. Act as the daily point of contact for overseas agents to address production changes/issues, delays, and price changes, while serving as a liaison to internal departments. Manage and prioritize weekly payments, including deposits, balance payments upon shipment, and agent commissions, ensuring all deadlines are met. Review order acknowledgments to validate pricing, descriptions, and quantities, manage vendor price changes, and submit updates for management approval. Arrange air shipments/quotes and coordinate receiving details with the warehouse team. Review vendor-provided documentation (BOLs, packing lists, invoices) and enter container information into the ERP system. Review container QC reports, packaging, labeling, and RMA-related issues and communicate necessary actions to vendors. Job Qualifications: Bachelor's degree is preferred 2+ years of experience in production coordinator or related field preferred Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Business written skills with strong attention to detail Ability to multi-task and prioritize different tasks to meet multiple deadlines Experience in the furniture manufacturing industry preferred Suggestion on solution with presented problems As a Production Coordinator, you will be a key contributor to AHD production team. You will have the opportunity to work with a talented team of professionals and make a significant impact on the company's success. What we can do for you: Play a pivotal role in our company's transformation and growth Maintain work/life balance with day shift work schedules and no weekends, in a wholesale distribution business (no manufacturing) Align with a growing company that operates in the luxury market Provide training and career development opportunities Offer 3 weeks paid time off and 6 paid holidays per service year Enjoy a high-paced and collaborative work environment Receive up to 6% 401k employer contributions Participate in competitive benefits and incentivizing programs Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that are required by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit; stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; as well as reach with hands and arms. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 15 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 35 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Ability to work in open environment with fluctuating temperatures and standard lighting. Ability to work on computer and mobile phone for multiple hours; with frequent interruptions. Required to use stairwells to attend meetings and engage with employees on multiple floors throughout building. Other Considerations: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Reasonable accommodations may be made to qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of the role. Compensation Starting base pay: $23.00 - $26.00 per hour. Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location.

Develop and own the integrated global OCM strategy for the S/4 program. Coordinate across module-specific OCM leads (e.g., Ariba, Finance, Supply Chain). Establish global OCM standards, templates, and adoption KPIs. Act as a coach to executives and senior leaders, enabling them to fulfill their role as change sponsors. Identify and manage resistance across the program, ensuring risks are mitigated consistently across regions. Define and monitor global adoption success metrics; adjust strategies based on outcomes. Represent OCM in executive governance forums and, where needed, in presales or client-facing forums. Lead the global change agent network to ensure consistency of adoption activities worldwide. What We're Looking For 12+ years of OCM leadership experience in global ERP/SAP programs. Proven ability to manage OCM across multi-partner environments. Strong understanding of SAP S/4 and integrated modules (Finance, Supply Chain, Procurement). Prosci or equivalent certification; PMP preferred. Experience coaching senior executives and influencing leadership alignment. Executive presence and strong communication skills. Skilled at leading distributed teams across geographies and time zones. Additional Requirements Bachelor's degree in Business, HR, Communications, or related field required; advanced degree preferred. Onsite in Corona, CA, with flexibility for regional travel as needed. This is a hybrid role with the expectation of being in-office 3 days per week (Tuesday - Thursday) Some travel may be required for workshops, training, or go-live support.

At BakeMark we appreciate our employees and their families and offer a competitive pay and a full suite of benefits: Competitive Compensation Health, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance (Comprehensive healthcare benefits package, with many coverage options at a very low employee cost) 401K (generous retirement benefits) with a Company Match Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off SUMMARY Directs and coordinates activities of production departments in processing materials or manufacturing products by performing the following duties personally or though subordinate supervisors. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Responsible for the implementation of policies and procedures as directed by the Plant Manager or other company management regarding safety, operating methods, and behavior. Ensures that all supervised employees are operating within established company and governmental regulations. Review results by analyzing available information, compare them to company objectives and takes steps to Improve results. Trains new and existing employees on proper operation and safety procedures. Prepares work schedules as directed by Production Manager, and expedites workflow in conjunction with Production Manager, reviews amount of work to be done, estimates man-hours needed to complete work and ensures work is complete within the allotted time. Ensures proper plant cleanliness is maintained at all times. Inspects products to verify conformance to specifications and directs setup and adjustments of machines. Recommends measures to improve production methods, equipment performance, and quality of products. Reviews production orders schedules to ascertain product data such as types, quantities, and specifications of products and scheduled delivery dates in order to plan department operations. Prepares operational schedules and coordinates manufacturing activities to ensure production and quality of products meets specifications. Develops or revises standard operational and working practices and observes workers to ensure compliance with standards. Reviews production and operating reports and resolves operational, manufacturing and maintenance problems to ensure minimum costs and prevent operational delays. Resolves worker grievances or submits unsettled grievances to Production Manager for action. Compiles, stores and retrieves production data. Follows up on all customer request and questions to ensure appropriate response is made and customer is satisfied. Treats all customers (both internal and external) with respect, courtesy and kindness. Upholds and complies with policies and attitudes adopted by the company. Accepts responsibility to THINK about how your actions and actions of your associate(s) effect the customers and the company. Adhere to all company policies, procedures and safety rules as stated in the Employee Handbook and otherwise posted or communicated. Exemplify the BakeMark core values of Partnership, Performance, Passion, and Initiative in all aspects of assigned duties. Other duties as assigned to reach Company goals. QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty. satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE Four (4) year College degree or equivalent preferred. Experienced Supervisor in Manufacturing and Union environments. Experience and/or demonstrated ability to lead and develop teams. Demonstrated ability to insure the safety of employees and products. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; taste and smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts. The employee frequently works in outside weather conditions. The employee occasionally works in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. Must taste, touch, and smell finished bakery products and related ingredients.

🚨 Lead Estimator - Commercial Construction (Retail & Restaurant) 📍 Pomona, CA 💰 Salary: $140,000 - $180,000 We're seeking an experienced Lead Estimator to drive national construction programs for a fast-growing, innovation-focused organization targeting $500M+ in revenue over the next five years. This role is critical in preparing accurate, competitive estimates and leading the preconstruction process for multi-site remodels, ground-up builds, and tenant improvement (T.I.) projects across the U.S. What You'll Do • Prepare detailed take-offs, budgets, and bid proposals for multi-site, fast-turn projects • Build scopes of work by trade, define material needs, and set project critical paths • Source, vet, and negotiate with subcontractors to secure competitive pricing • Draft and manage contracts, purchase orders, and change orders • Collaborate with the Project Management team for smooth handoffs post-estimation • Write and manage RFIs through portals like Lucernex, ProTrack, Project Mates • Travel ~20% nationwide for site scoping, initial estimates, and occasional job walks Must-Haves • 5+ years estimating ground-up and tenant improvement (T.I.) projects in the retail/restaurant sector • Strong proficiency with Estimator360, BuilderTrend, STACK, Procore, ProEst, or similar tools • Ability to perform full take-offs and generate accurate trade-level cost estimates • Skilled in subcontractor sourcing, negotiation, and selection • Strong Microsoft Project, Excel, and Word skills • Ability to develop critical paths and Gantt charts to support bids and schedules • Experience estimating multi-state projects, accounting for regional pricing Nice-to-Haves • Familiarity with RFI portals like Lucernex, ProTrack, Project Mates • Experience drafting subcontracts, purchase orders, and change orders • Strong communication skills to explain scope and strategy to stakeholders • Multi-regional estimating experience Work Arrangement This is an in-office role based at the Pomona, CA headquarters, with occasional travel (~20%) as needed for project scoping, initial estimating, or job walks. Compensation & Benefits • Base Salary $140-180k DOE • Medical Insurance: 50% of employee cost covered • Dental & Vision Insurance: 100% of employee cost covered • Group Term Life Insurance: $50,000 coverage, 100% covered • Long-Term Disability Insurance: 100% covered • 401(k) with 100% match up to 4% (eligible after 1 year) • Paid holidays, vacation, and 8 hours paid volunteer time • On-site gym access Pre-Employment Check • Drug test and basic background check required Ready to join a team delivering cutting-edge national construction projects? Apply today!

A Food Manufacturing company is seeking FOOD Production Supervisors to join their team in Garden Grove, CA. This position is responsible for the day-to-day running of production processes in all types of manufacturing operations. A high school diploma, 2-3 years of a supervisory position experience in FOOD industry, the ability to lead and motivate all levels of personnel, and knowledge of HACCP, SQF systems and OSHA Safety is required. This is a full-time, in person, non-exempt position with excellent benefits and 401k. Spanish speaking Highly PREFERRED but not mandatory. ******2nd Shift (3:00 PM Start) and 3rd Shift (11:00 PM Start) are both available***** FOOD Production Supervisor Duties: -Manage and develop production employees to achieve established goals of safety, environmental performance, production volume, quality, service, and cost. -Ensure production employees are properly oriented and trained -Review, analyze and make recommendations regarding safety, environmental performance, quality, expenses, and productivity, -Planning and organizing staff shift schedules and tasks -Reporting plant or machinery breakdowns to maintenance technicians -Producing management reports on performance -Monitoring quality control -Organizing production control records -Identifying and organizing training needs -Conducting monthly training seminars (GMPs, SSOPs, SOPs.) -Production record keeping (conventional and Organic)-Supporting Federal and State audits FOOD Production Supervisor Skills: -Must have a high school diploma -Must have 2-3 years in a supervisory position in FOOD industry -Must have knowledge of HACCP, SQF systems -Must have knowledge OSHA Safety -Must be able to lift 50lbs -Must have the ability to lead and motivate all levels of personnel -Spanish bilingual preferred (Speaking) _____________________________________________________________________________ ****If interested, please apply with your most updated resume including your minimum salary requirement and why you left/or are looking to leave your current company. **** ______________________________________________________________________ Activ8 West- Los Angeles (Japanese Recruiting Company) Recruitment & Solutions / Renaissance Resources Inc., has been a trusted leader in North American recruiting for Japanese businesses for over 25 years. We specialize in connecting top talent with companies in the Automotive, Electronics, Food & Beverage, Logistics, Manufacturing, Oil & Gas, Banking & Finance, and Entertainment industries. Our client-focused approach ensures that we understand your unique needs, whether you're a company seeking skilled professionals or a candidate looking for the right career opportunity. By working closely with each individual, we provide tailored solutions that drive success. We screen ALL Candidates to verify the validity of each applicant's provided information. Upon submitting your resume, we will contact only those candidates that we deem qualified for our client. If we do not contact you, we do not see the fit for the position. If we are unable to reach you in a reasonable timeframe, you will be eliminated from the pool of potential candidates. We prioritize direct applicants; third-party resumes may not be reviewed We prioritize direct applicants; third-party resumes may not be reviewed.

**Candidates must currently reside within a reasonable commuting distance to Pasadena California to be considered for this position.** Reyn Spooner is a heritage apparel brand with deep roots in Hawaiian culture and classic American style. For over 70 years, we've been creating premium, island-inspired clothing that blends timeless design with modern performance. Known for our iconic reverse-print shirts and high-quality craftsmanship, Reyn Spooner is the maker of the world's most collected Aloha shirts. We're expanding with fresh energy, a growing our retail presence, and looking for people to join our team who share our spirit of Aloha. Job Summary Reyn Spooner is seeking an Apparel Production Coordinator that ensures accurate and consistent product information across Centric, Domo, Full Circle, Repspark, and Dropbox. This role is responsible for managing seasonal assortments, updating product data and pricing, tracking changes, and supporting the sales team with line sheets, line books, and product setup forms. The Apparel Production Coordinator also oversees product image uploads, maintains the product wall, and ensures all sales and marketing materials are accurate and delivered on time. Key Responsibilities: Ensure Product Data Accuracy Across our Systems (Centric/Domo/Full Circle/Dropbox): In partnership with the design team, manage the creation of each seasonal assortment in Centric. Confirm all required fields in Centric are populated, to ensure accurate reporting in Domo. Coordinate any style movement or changes. Import the Centric file into Domo and manage any seasonal assortments and pricing, as necessary. Export the data from Domo to create all styles in Full Circle. In Full Circle, assign UPCs and manage merch collections. Upload product images (CADs and Flats) to the appropriate systems (Centric, Repspark, Dropbox). Track and communicate all product line changes: Ensure all changes to pricing, styles, seasonal assortments, and fits are updated in Centric/Domo/Full Circle. Develop streamlined communication of these changes to the appropriate departments. Track the reasons that changes occur so that we can improve our processes going forward. Manage the Product Change Log. Support our Production Team: Assist with issuing purchase orders. Send UPC lists and product information to manufacturing partners. Order licensing hangtags for all sports programs. Update and organize supporting production documents as needed. Support our wholesale sales team with marketing materials: Certain vendors require a PSF (product setup form). Own the creation and distribution of PSFs for each season. Coordinate the development of the Line books, working with our external vendor and overseeing the QA and hand-off to our sales team. Manage the product assortment in Repspark, ensuring all active items are present and all non-active items have been removed. Create all seasonal line sheets in Repspark. Coordinate the pre-book periods. Assist with the seasonal line presentations.

The Director of Manufacturing is responsible for overseeing and managing all aspects of the manufacturing process, ensuring that production goals are met efficiently, safely, and to the highest quality standards. This role involves planning, coordinating, and controlling all production activities, from raw materials to finished products. Management of all finished goods shipping and handling of iDC Made goods as well as 3 rd party goods is required. The ideal candidate is a strategic leader with strong organizational and problem-solving skills, a deep understanding of manufacturing processes, and a commitment to continuous improvement. Job Responsibilities Production Planning & Management: Develop, implement, and monitor production schedules and workflows to meet deadlines and customer demand. Forecast and manage resource requirements, including labor, equipment, and materials. Monitor and analyze production data to identify trends, potential issues, and opportunities for improvement. Team Leadership & Development: Lead, mentor, and motivate a team of production supervisors and line workers. Conduct performance reviews, provide constructive feedback, and identify training needs. Foster a positive and collaborative work environment focused on safety, quality, and productivity. Quality Control & Process Improvement: Implement and enforce strict quality control standards to ensure products meet specifications. Identify and troubleshoot production issues, implementing corrective and preventive actions. Champion continuous improvement initiatives (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma) to optimize processes, reduce waste, and increase efficiency. Safety & Compliance: Ensure all production activities adhere to company safety policies and regulatory standards (e.g., OSHA). Conduct regular safety audits and risk assessments. Promote a strong safety culture and provide ongoing safety training to the team. Budget & Cost Management: Manage the production budget, controlling costs related to labor, materials, and maintenance. Identify opportunities to reduce costs without compromising quality or safety. Collaboration & Communication: Collaborate with other departments, including supply chain, engineering, and sales, to ensure seamless operations. Communicate production status, challenges, and successes to senior management. Minimum Required Education and Experience Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, Business Management, or a related field. Minimum of 15 years of experience in a manufacturing or production environment, with at least 10 years in a leadership or managerial role. Proven experience with consumer electronics or PC's Required Skills and Competencies Proven leadership and team management skills. Strong knowledge of production processes, equipment, and manufacturing principles. Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies. Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making abilities. Outstanding communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills. Proficiency with production management software (e.g., ERP systems) and Microsoft Office Suite. Physical Requirements: Ability to stand, walk, and be on the factory floor for extended periods. Ability to lift and move up to 40 pounds. Ability to work in a dynamic and fast-paced manufacturing environment. iDC Logistics Inc. is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, citizenship status, uniform service member status, age, disability, sexual and gender orientation, genetic information or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws. This commitment extends to all aspects of the company's employment practices including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, promoting, transferring, compensation, benefits, training, leaves of absence, termination, and other terms and conditions of employment. This is intended to set forth the core functions required for this position and describe the general nature of the work performed by employees in this position. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job. Employees may be assigned additional responsibilities as necessary. The Company reserves the right to revise this job description at any time and to require employees to perform other tasks as circumstances or conditions of the Company's business, competitive considerations or the work environment changes.

The Director of Manufacturing will establish and oversee the efficient and high-quality execution of all manufacturing, fabrication, production, and value-added processes within ITP. This role is critical to ensure operational consistency, process optimization, and the delivery of superior products and services across all facilities. The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader with a passion for excellence, an eye for innovation, and the ability to build and lead high-performing teams. Key Responsibilities: Leadership & Management · Develop, implement, and maintain standardized processes for manufacturing, fabrication, and production across all facilities. · Lead, mentor, and manage production teams to achieve performance goals and maintain a safe and productive work environment. · Ensure communication and collaboration between departments, including engineering, quality assurance, and logistics. Operational Oversight · Plan and manage production schedules to meet customer demand, minimize downtime, and optimize resource utilization. · Monitor production metrics and implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and control costs. · Maintain compliance with all safety, environmental, and regulatory standards. Strategic Development · Identify and address bottlenecks or inefficiencies in production workflows. · Partner with senior leadership to align manufacturing capabilities with business objectives and growth plans. · Research and recommend investments in new technologies, equipment, and practices to maintain competitive advantage. Cross-Facility Coordination · Regularly travel between ITP facilities to oversee operations, provide on-site leadership, and ensure alignment with company standards. · Foster a culture of consistency and collaboration across all locations. Quality Control & Continuous Improvement · Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for production quality and output. · Drive continuous improvement initiatives. This is not an exhaustive list and other duties related to sales management may be required. ITP is ADA compliant and welcomes requests for accommodations to the listed essential duties. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $85,000-$100,000 annually DOE Benefits: 401(k) Profit Sharing Dental Insurance Disability insurance HSA/HRA Plan Offerings Holiday Pay Medical Insurance (Kaiser or HealthNet) *Company sponsored for the employee only Life insurance (Company Paid and Additional Voluntary Plans) Paid time off (1st year is 40 hours) Referral program Vision insurance Bonus Eligible (after 1 year of service) Hours: Core business hours are 7:00 am - 4:00 pm Work Location: In person - Office based in Rancho Cucamonga, travel between locations expected 20-60% per week (1-3 days depending on business needs) Company Vehicle: Provided