Manufacturing Manager

AtCJ Schwans we dont just make food we help create moments that matter. From kids devouring pizza after soccer practice to students laughing over dumplings in a cafeteria to families enjoying pie during the holidays our team members play an important role in bringing those everyday moments to life. Our portfolio includes iconic pizzas global flavors and timeless desserts from brands likeRed Baron bibigo Tonys Big Daddys Freschetta Pagoda Edwards and Mrs. Smiths. Enjoyed in homes schools restaurants and just about everywhere people shop and eat our products reflect a commitment to quality innovation and the power of food to bring people together.

We are hiring aManufacturing Managerto lead efficient staffing production quality and safety across four pizza lines in ourFlorenceKYpizzaplant! This role drives employee development ensures consistent policy and cost control and solves daily operational issues to maintain highest performance.

What You Will Do:

• Lead all manufacturing operations ensuring safe efficient and compliant production across all departments.
• Guide several Production Supervisors to help monitor processes and product quality quickly identifying and correcting deviations to meet specifications.
• Drive continuous improvement by reducing scrap waste and nonconformance while optimizing labor equipment use and cost.
• Review operational quality and personnel reports to identify trends opportunities and required corrective actions.
• Prepare performance reports ensure ontime facility startup each shift and develop coach and train team members.

What We Look For:

• Bachelors degree preferred or equivalent experience.
• 57 years of manufacturing leadership ideally in food production.
• Strong ability to interpret safety and technical documents; effective problem solver and communicator.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; SAP experience a plus.
• Proven ability to supervise develop and motivate teams while maintaining a positive work environment.

What We Offer:

The base salary range for this position is $93000 to $154000 annually with eligibility for a 15% annual incentive bonus based on organizational performance. The range reflects factors such as experience skills education certifications and location and starting salary may fall anywhere within the stated range.

Beyond base salary we offer a competitive Total Rewards package designed to support your overall well-being including comprehensive health benefits time off programs and retirement and financial offerings.

CJ Schwans and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race color religion gender age disability veteran status national origin or any other protected characteristic. We provide reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs. For accommodation requests or assistance with the application please email.