Production Manager

Hastings, PA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Title:	Production Manager	Classification:	Salary Exempt
Department:	Operations	Reports To:	VP of Operations
Location:	Hastings NE	Job Type:	Onsite

Who We Are:

In 2010 our founder Andrew Vrbas volunteered in experiencing the need for better sanitation education and economic opportunities he wanted to help make a solution Soap!Andrews first batch of soap was created in a crockpot in his college dorm there Pacha Soap Co. has evolved into a growing $35 million dollar consumer goods business with 100 team members who develop and handcraft the very best premium bath products to sell across the U.S. and Canada.

Our Mission: We start with world-changing ingredients create an unforgettable product experience and deliver moments of healing through everyday routines.

Our employees help us execute our mission through building a culture focused on our four core values: Raise the Bar Dare to Care Use Purpose to Power Profit and Set the Vibe.

About This Role:
Pacha Soap Co. is on a mission to create natural sustainable products that not only benefit our customers but also make a positive impact on the world. The Production Manager is responsible for leading day-to-day operations in our manufacturing facility to ensure we safely produce high-quality products on time and in full while continuously improving our processes and people. This role oversees production teams coordinates resources and partners closely with other key leaders within Operations Supply Chain and the Commercial Team to deliver against safety quality service cost and people metrics.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on floor-present leader who can balance structure and discipline with flexibility and creativity in building the business.

Key Responsibilities:

Safety Quality and Compliance

Champion a strong safety culture; ensure all employees follow safety policies procedures and PPE requirements.
Own adherence to GMPs quality standards and documentation requirements (batch records line checks etc.).
Investigate non-conformances implement corrective and preventive actions reduce scrap rework and consumer complaints.
Ensure compliance with relevant regulatory and company standards.

Production Planning & Execution

Translate production plans and demand forecasts into daily and weekly schedules for assigned lines/areas.
Ensure production targets (volume yield changeover times and uptime) are met or exceeded.
Coordinate labor materials and equipment to minimize downtime and ensure on-time in-full (OTIF) delivery.
Monitor performance in real time; troubleshoot issues and make decisions to keep lines running safely and efficiently.
Support new product introductions line trials and process changes in partnership with Product Development and Operations leadership.

People Leadership

Lead coach and develop Line Leads and Operators; create a positive respectful and accountable team environment consistent with Pacha Core Values.
Set clear expectations and performance standards; provide regular feedback and conduct performance evaluations.
Model Pachas values in all interactions; address behavior that undermines respect inclusion or collaboration.
Support staffing plans hiring onboarding cross-training and succession planning within the production area.
Recognize and celebrate wins; build engagement and ownership on the floor.

Continuous Improvement & Problem Solving

Use data and KPIs (safety quality scrap labor efficiency etc.) to identify gaps and improvement opportunities.
Lead and participate in root-cause problem solving production reviews and structured improvement efforts.
Standardize best practices and ensure processes are documented trained and sustained.
Partner with Maintenance on reliability efforts and preventative maintenance.

Communication & Cross-Functional Collaboration

Serve as the primary point of contact for production status issues and priorities within the facility.
Communicate clearly and consistently across shifts and departments to ensure alignment of goals schedules and changes.
Collaborate with Supply Chain on material availability and with Customer Service/Commercial teams on order priorities and service impacts.
Provide timely operational input to leadership on capacity constraints capital needs and future planning.

Experience Required:

5 years of experience in manufacturing operations with at least 23 years in a supervisory or management role.
Demonstrated track record of leading hourly teams in a fast-paced schedule-driven operation.
Strong understanding of production and capacity planning line efficiency and basic continuous improvement tools.
Comfort using data/metrics to manage performance.
Strong communication coaching and conflict-resolution skills.
Proven ability to build trust hold people accountable and maintain a respectful environment.
Preferred experience in CPG food beverage personal care or similar manufacturing environment.

Must Haves:

The work is primarily on the production floor; this is a hands-on leadership role.
May require off-shift or weekend presence occasionally as needed to support tight capacity periods.
Ability to stand walk and move around the facility for extended periods and occasionally lift up to 40 lbs.

Why Join Pacha Soap Co.
At Pacha Soap Co. we are more than just a soap company. We are a purpose-driven organization committed to making a positive impact on the world. Our team is passionate innovative and dedicated to creating products that are good for people and the planet all while building a culture that fits with our core values and unleashes the capabilities of our team. If you are a passionate people leader with a proven track record in a production setting we look forward to hearing from you.

Only applicants under consideration will be contacted. Please accept our utmost appreciation for your interest. You can learn more about our company by visiting our website at .

*Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

*We embrace diversity and equality. We are committed to building a team with a variety of backgrounds skills and views. Pacha is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not tolerate harassment or discrimination of any kind during recruiting hiring onboarding or any ongoing employment practice. If you need assistance or reasonable accommodation due to a disability you can contact our Human Resources Department at or .

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Job Title: Production Manager Classification: Salary Exempt Department: Operations Reports To: VP of Operations Location: Hastings NE Job Type: OnsiteWho We Are:In 2010 our founder Andrew Vrbas volunteered in experiencing the need for better sanitation education and economic opportunities he want...

Job Title:	Production Manager	Classification:	Salary Exempt
Department:	Operations	Reports To:	VP of Operations
Location:	Hastings NE	Job Type:	Onsite