Requisition ID: 36765  

Job Description:

About the role. 

In every role, McCainers are ambitious, curious, and interested in helping each other create good work experiences. We think about the customer and make doing business with McCain easy.  

McCain Foods is accepting applications for a Production Manager position, to work at the Othello, WA plant. The Production Manager coordinates plant-wide operations, with designated primary responsibility for either packaging or processing, utilizing MDI/Lean Manufacturing tools, to ensure products are produced safely, efficiently and with the highest of quality according to company, government and customer specifications. The incumbent also provides mentoring, direction, and guidance to departmental supervision. The Production Manager is the primary point-of-contact for the Sr. Production Manager on all plant operations and will proactively provide the Sr. Production Manager with all relevant information to ensure successful operations. 

Accountabilities: 

• Drive Safety accountability at all levels of the plant organization and lead the deployment of Safety Interactions and the systemic implementation and progress of the Key Elements of Safety to pursue world class safety performance.

• Drive for high everyday engagement at all levels of the teams.

• Actively communicate the needs of area to the site and appropriate support departments.

• Actively work to increase inter shift communication, and be present on the night shifts periodically to provide support for night shift staff & issues as the need arises.

• Administer managerial responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.

• Advise, coordinate and lead all activities within area of responsibility at the Othello facility.

• Assist in preparation for, completion, review, and follow up, for audits.

• Coordinate the efficient use of raw materials and ingredients in the making of French fries and specialty products.

• Daily, review cost report and areas of concern with Sr. Production Manager.

• Ensure good manufacturing practices are followed by processing, packaging and support personnel directly or indirectly involved in the manufacturing of products in the Easton facility.

• Ensure overall administrative responsibilities are fulfilled.

• Evaluate product placed on hold, work with Q.C. Department to determine disposition of product in question.

• Help to build and promote a strong “Teamwork” environment in each individual work group, the Factory, and the Company.

• Implement McCain Competitive Edge and Lean Manufacturing practices relative to Safety, Quality, Cost, Delivery and People (SQCDP).

• Inspect physical condition of their respective areas and equipment. Ensure work order for repairs and requisitions for replacement of equipment are completed.

• Oversee budgeting for area of responsibility to maximize cost savings.

• Participate in continuous improvement process.

• Participate in planning personnel safety and plant protection activities.

• Perform all duties on either day or night shift as assigned, and/or required by demands.

• Provide input and support in creation and furtherance of capital projects.

• Provide leadership on the MDI Program deployment, and the transition to high performance work teams.

• Responsible for staffing and development of personnel in their respective areas.

• Review product standards with cost control personnel to achieve correct budgeting of lines and products produced.

• Review production schedule for all lines to ensure best plan for low cost production.

• Understand and adhere to the concepts and techniques of the quality process in order to ensure a quality operation.

• Other projects/duties as assigned or needed.

Qualifications: 

• Required Four-year degree from college or university.

• Required minimum of (5) five years of Production Management experience.  Strong leadership, reasoning, and judgment will be required to facilitate proper planning and implementation.

About McCain. 

At McCain, we’re feeding the world: from French fries to cakes, we contribute to the important role food plays in people's lives. That’s why we’re dedicated to ensuring our core values—Family, Authentic, Trusted, and Quality—shine through every day. As a privately owned family company with over 60 years of experience, a presence in more than 160 countries, and a global team of 22,000 people, our values and culture are at the heart of everything we do. We believe that we can work together, along with our business and community partners, to bring sustainable growth and positive change today, tomorrow, and for generations to come. Join us and see how you can MAKE IT at McCain!

Leadership Principles.

Our principles, each with related practices, guide our actions across the organization. Together, they address how McCain interacts with our customers and employees, and how we work as individuals and collectively to find success. While each role adheres to the Leadership Principles, individual roles may focus more on a specific principle or principles.

We are customer obsessed. Customers are our starting point. By understanding their needs and leveraging data and consumer insights, we drive mutual success.

We think big and plan ahead. Through ambition, curiosity, and smart risks, we can accomplish goals, refine processes, and innovate to scale success.

We bring out the best in our people. We create safe spaces for our people so that trust and empowerment come naturally. Inclusion is about listening first, showing humility, and working together.

We act like owners. Together, we clear obstacles and do the work that makes us all successful and proud to be part of McCain.

The McCain experience. 

We are McCain: this statement is about our power collectively and our importance individually—your impact is a significant part of the business. Our winning culture focuses on authenticity and trust so we can always bring out the best in our people. Here, you have the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive while being yourself. Join our team to see why we’re better together.

Compensation Package: $97,500.00 -$130,000.00  USD annually + bonus eligibility

The above reflects the target compensation range for the position at the time of posting. Hiring compensation will be determined based on experience, skill set, education/training, and other organizational needs.