JOB FILLED - Production / Repack Manager

Manage all aspects of the production and packing of fresh produce at the Heartland Produce Co. Kenosha, WI facility.

Hours: 8am to 5pm Monday thru Friday; every other weekend

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Supervise and coordinate activities of workers, effectively communicate job duties and responsibilities to employees
• Work closely with Quality Control Department and Sales to manage the quality of input and output products
• Work with Sales Department to develop and market new repack products
• Manage inventory and procurement of packaging supplies
• Work with maintenance, food safety and QC teams to develop appropriate SOP and PM programs
• Maximize efficiencies and output effectiveness of the repack department
• Manage the operation and maintenance of all repack equipment
• Balance needs of Sales Department and employee availability/schedule to maintain appropriate production schedules
• Report on productivity, profitability and other appropriate KPI’s to management

Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent required – Associates/Bachelor’s Degree preferred
• Must be proficient in English (verbal and written)
• Previous customer service, sales or marketing experience is a plus
• Previous experience with operating and maintaining packaging equipment is required
• Highly detail-oriented
• Experience with WMS systems such as Produce Pro is preferred
• Excellent leadership skills required
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Outlook.

Benefits and Compensation:

• Salary based on experience
• 100% paid insurance, (Medical, Basic Life and Dental) for employees, after 31 days
• 80% paid insurance (Medical and Dental) for dependents, after 31 days
• Vision and Voluntary life insurance
• Short-term and Long-term disability coverage
• Critical Illness and Accident coverage
• Flex Spending Account
• Traditional 401(k) and Roth 401(k) – Employer Match up to 5%
• Paid Time Off and Holidays

Advancement opportunities available to those willing to better themselves and the company by going above and beyond for our customers.

Be a part of Midwest’s Finest Produce. We are excited to grow with you!

We are an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.