Production Manager

Job Summary

The Production Manager is responsible for leading a team manufacturing dough, meeting quality expectations measured by in-house audits, periodic product sampling & testing, customer feedback and consumer response.  Responsible for all aspects of production and safety operations to allow the Production Facility (QCC) to maintain operations and productivity.   

Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversee all operations of dough production and sanitation to ensure product quality and consistency.   

• Manage and develop a team in an automated food manufacturing and distribution environment.    

• Provide demonstrated leadership in safety awareness and performance in the department and throughout the QCC.   

• Function as a key member on the Center Leadership Team in leading and demonstrating Papa John’s Core values while ensuring daily business and customer service objectives are achieved.   

• Establish department goals and objectives in alignment with Center and Company goals.   

• Lead and participate in major projects and manage outside contractors as necessary.   

• Control labor cost through effective planning and scheduling.   

• Maintain a high level of productivity through a documented program of on-the-job training, measurement and follow-up.   

• Conduct periodic dough sampling and testing   

• Maintain productivity standards by providing metrics surrounding key performance indicators. Implement ways to increase productivity levels/performance through knowledge of formal continuous improvement methodology.   

• Develop and manage department budget and manage all financial aspects of the department including capital project estimates and payroll.      

• Coordinate contingency plans with the Center Leadership Team in order to minimize operational interruptions in the event of equipment breakdowns.   

• Provide out of hours contact and support leadership, to resolve unplanned issues and occurrences