Job Description

Responsibilities

• Champion safety and quality initiatives by identifying hazards, ensuring equipment operates safely, and maintaining compliance with all production and product specifications

• Oversee daily production operations, including staffing, shift transitions, equipment readiness, process control, and policy enforcement to maximize efficiency

• Plan and execute equipment changeovers with minimal downtime and material waste, while coordinating closely with maintenance teams to ensure smooth production flow

• Lead equipment cleaning, sanitation, and maintenance support activities to ensure operational reliability and compliance with food manufacturing standards

• Develop and support employees through training, performance oversight, and continuous communication, while ensuring coverage for staffing needs and maintaining production targets

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; additional education in Business or a related field is advantageous

• 3-5+ years of leadership experience in a manufacturing or production environment

• Strong background in line production operations with hands-on manufacturing exposure

• Demonstrated technical and mechanical aptitude with the ability to troubleshoot equipment and processes

• Familiarity with wrapping and packaging equipment is a plus; comfortable using computer-based systems and applications

Salary: $65K - $70K

Ask for: Aarti Manchanda

Clearbridge Executive Search is a New Jersey based Executive Search Firm specializing in retained searches in multiple sectors, including Manufacturing, Finance, IT, Legal, and Pharmaceutical. We have a nationwide client base and offer services in temporary and direct hire placements