Job Description: 

Factor_a brand of HelloFresh is seeking an Associate Production Manager.  The Associate Production Manager will execute the production plan made by the Director of Operations & supervise the team supervisors, line leads, & hourly associates throughout the shift. In this role, you will manage the plating & production scheduling & labor strategy in the production (packing) area.

Work with the Director of Operations & HR Manager to properly execute all company policies, rules, progressive discipline, & performance reviews.  You will oversee multiple activities simultaneously such as employee safety, product quality, food safety, inventory, etc. & take ownership of the output of supervisors, leads & associates working on your team. You will also be responsible for training & developing your team, as well as coaching employees to perform at their best.  You must be able to strategically implement best practices & CI principles, & work closely with other functions within the facility such as R&D, Safety, HR, Kitchen, Logistics, etc., to execute plant-wide initiatives. 

You will 

• Execute final Production Scheduling. 
• Ensure product quality of the department.
• Manage site & shift supervisors in Plating/Production at both Aurora & Burr Ridge
• Set direction for supervisors, leads & associates talent development
• Be a liaison to kitchen, R&D & HR to appropriately schedule, plan & staff all production shifts, & execute company initiatives.
• Be responsible for production area continuous improvement initiatives & direction.
• Cover gaps in supervisor attendance & leadership needs.
• Provide coaching & development to shift hourly associates. 
• Provide all employees with necessary tools, proper training & corrective direction.
• Work with supervisors to resolve employee issues through appropriate problem resolution. 
• Balance quality, productivity, cost, safety & morale to achieve positive results in all areas. 
• Work to continuously improve processes. 
• Manage performance measures, & provide regular progress reports to stakeholders in other departments during the shift.
• Submit necessary reports & required paperwork at the end of the shift.
• Provide strategic direction to support supervisors & leads in planning daily shift meetings & safety meetings with employees.
• Conduct interviews for key vacancies within the department.
• Manage department priorities & delegate appropriately as situations arise.
• Track absenteeism & timekeeping daily. 
• Perform accident investigations & implement corrective measures as appropriate

You are

• A strong leader: Able to train & develop a large group of employees and manage multiple production lines
• A problem solver      
• Results Driven 
• Able speak to employees with tact & diplomacy     
• Able to multitask -  tracking/monitoring production & maintaining productivity
• Computer literate to input information into the computer
• Able to take direction & relay information to employees
• Comfortability in being exposed to cool and/or cold environment (10 - 40)

At a minimum, you have...

• 5+ years of experience managing production in a fulfillment/distribution center; preferably within the Food industry.
• Required: High School Diploma or GED or related work experience
• 4+ years of supervisory experience in a production environment with relevant experience in the Food Industry
• Fluent in Microsoft Office & Google Suite applications

Youll get 

• Competitive salary, 401k with company match that vests immediately upon participation, & company equity plan based on role
• Generous PTO & parental leave of up to 16 weeks
• Comprehensive health & wellness benefits with options at $0 monthly, effective first day of employment
• Tuition reimbursement for continuing education
• Up to 75% discount on subscriptions to HelloFresh meal plans (HelloFresh, Green Chef, Everyplate, & Factor_)   
• Access to 6 different Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) including those for minorities, women, veterans, parents, & LGBTQ+
• Inclusive, collaborative, & dynamic work environment within a fast-paced, mission-driven company that is growing exponentially year over year