Production Manager (Value Stream Leader)

Lead a Team. Make an Impact.

At BetterBody Foods, we create better-for-you products and depend on strong production teams to make it happen. We are looking for a hands-on Production Manager who enjoys coaching employees, solving problems, and keeping production running safely and efficiently.

Known internally as a Value Stream Leader, this position reports to the Value Stream Manager and directly supervises approximately 6–8 production team members. You will lead daily shift operations, help employees succeed, and support improvements in safety, quality, and productivity.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and develop your team. Assign work, provide clear direction in English and Spanish, train employees, and support hiring, performance reviews, and corrective action.
• Keep production on schedule. Coordinate staffing, materials, and workflow to meet production goals within the labor budget.
• Put safety and food quality first. Reinforce safe work practices and ensure employees follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), standard operating procedures (SOPs), and Safe Quality Food (SQF) requirements.
• Solve problems and improve performance. Monitor production results, address issues promptly, and apply Lean principles to reduce waste and improve efficiency.
• Support reliable equipment and line operations. Coordinate line setups and changeovers, work with Maintenance to resolve equipment issues, and prepare lines for a smooth handoff to the next shift.
• Maintain accurate production information. Review batch records, monitor material usage, and ensure production reports and Redzone data are complete and reliable.
• Coordinate across departments. Work with Quality Assurance, Maintenance, Human Resources, and material handlers to support daily operations.
• Manage employee time and attendance. Review and approve timecards and coordinate time-off requests to maintain appropriate staffing.
• Build a respectful team environment. Set clear expectations, provide consistent feedback, and foster a safe, inclusive, and productive workplace.

Benefit Package:

• Bonus plan
• Paid time off and sick days
• 12 paid holidays
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Voluntary life insurance
• 401(k) matching program