Production Manager (Wine Jobs: Management & Administration)

Full Time

  O’Neill Vintners

  Parlier, California

SUMMARY: Manage and oversee all operations activities; ensure that all operations functions are performed in a timely, cost-effective manner consistent with established operations procedures and requirements.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The following reflects management’s definition of essential functions for this job but does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Management may assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.

 Facilitate, train, and coach team members in the use of Lean methodology

 Develop and drive strategy for Continuous Improvement principles to become an integral part of operational culture

 Develop production processing metrics (KPIs) that enable team discussion around continuous improvement

 Develop daily/weekly critical processing metrics for both non-harvest and harvest related activities to ensure operations teams are meeting company goals

 Mentor and coach front line leadership in skills of communication, supervising teams, engaging workforce on problem solving and workflow prioritization

 Plan, organize, and direct production to meet or exceed established goals in a cost-effective manner

 Foster and facilitate change management to ensure front line work force is engaged and enlisted throughout process or cultural change

 Design, develop, and implement processes that increase yield and/or improve quality for all manufacturing

 Coordinate with cross-functional managers and supervisors to establish production targets and quality control standards

 Develop, implement, and maintain processes, procedures, and programs to improve the safety, productivity, and profitability of the operation

 Ensure that employees and frontline leadership have the required safety training and are consistently working in a safe manner; develop and implement safety programs to ensure a safe work environment is maintained

 Coordinate with cross-functional managers to address organizational needs related to staffing, equipment and employee and food safety needs

 Provide leadership, communication, and coaching to employees; cultivate a motivated employee environment of trust, teamwork, accountability, self-confidence, and business ownership

 Ensure that operational supplies are on hand and available at all times

 Develop, implement, and monitor department budget; manage expenses within approved budget constraints

 Identify, document, and implement opportunities for continuous improvement

 Perform other duties as assigned by manager

QUALIFICATIONS:

 Bachelor’s degree (B.A. /B.S.) in related field or equivalent preferred

 Two to four years related experience or equivalent

 Demonstrated proficiency in supervising and motivating subordinates

 Commitment to excellence and high standards

 Excellent written and oral communication skills

 Ability to effectively communicate with people at all levels and from various backgrounds

 Basic competence in subordinates’ duties and tasks

 Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills

 Ability to manage priorities and workflow

 Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm

 Ability to work independently and as a member of various teams and committees

 Proficient on Word, Excel and PowerPoint

 Proven leadership and business acumen skills

 Proven ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines

 Strong interpersonal skills

 Ability to deal effectively with a diversity of individuals at all organizational levels.

 Good judgment with the ability to make timely and sound decisions

 Bilingual skills a plus

 Ability to understand any and all safety requirements and cautions

 Ability to perform the physical labor necessary

 Ability to speak, read, write, and understand primary language(s) used in the workplace

 Must pass pre-employment background check and drug screen

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to do the following:

 Interpret complex laws, regulations, and/or policies

 Coordinate multiple tasks simultaneously

 Collect, interpret, and/or analyze complex data and information

 Understand and respond to a diverse population

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

 Work is performed both in a normal office environment and in the out of doors. Noise levels are usually moderate but may be moderate to high at times.

 A percentage of work time may be spent in a wine warehouse or cellar where temperatures are cool and noise level is usually moderate.

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