Job Description: The Manger, Production develops and implements strategies to direct the manufacturing and warehousing teams in achieving efficiency, quality, and safety as well as, productivity through maintaining a data driven culture of continuous improvement. Ensures production of quality products at the lowest unit cost and manages staff to ensure the integrity, USDA / FDA regulatory compliance, sanitation, shipping receiving and inventory control. Job Responsibilities: Warehouse Supervisors and Warehouse Employees Guides production and warehousing teams through in-depth analysis and resolution of strategic issues Develops manufacturing strategies consistent with overall business plans to ensure ability to deliver planned business results Ensures compliance with internal and external guidelines, including, but not limited to USDA, FDA, OSHA, and Food Safety regulations Maintains an environment and culture focused on the safety of the team members. Establishes and manages metrics used to define performance Production Supervisor and Production Employees Develops a team and structure that can flex to meet the demands of the business Job Requirements: Strong quantitative and qualitative assessment skills, critical thinking skills and the ability to constructively challenge ideas and assumptions Strong computer skills and experience applying these techniques to analyze and measure productivity Must possess strong interpersonal relationship skills Strong leadership skills and the ability to facilitate and manage change Ability to communicate effectively (oral and written) to all levels of the organization Qualification & Experience: Experience working inaJIT (Just in Time)production environment, is a plus High school graduate or equivalent, college degree preferred Experience using continuous improvement tools, such as Six Sigma or Lean Manufacturing Five years of operations/production management experience required, preferably in a food processing environment. General business knowledge in manufacturing, operations, or food processing Job Details: Company: U.S. Forest Service Vacancy Type: Full Time Job Location: Seattle, WA, US Application Deadline: N/A Apply Here careersvite.com