Production Manager

Joining Nortera means choosing opportunities to grow together!

As North America's leader in ready-to-cook vegetables, we are committed to contributing to the well-being of society by providing access to healthy and sustainable food. Nortera produces major private and retail brands and markets its own brand Arctic Gardens.

• Competitive salary and Annual bonus program
• Group Health Insurance program w/HSA or FSA
• Dental/Vision Insurance and several supplemental Insurance options
• Retirement savings plan with employer contribution
• Paid Vacation and Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Reimbursement for tuition fees and physical activity
• Referral program 
• An environment that fosters learning and professional development
• Opportunities to work on inspiring projects in a growing company!

You'll invest the majority of your time in:  

• Lead a 24/7, three-shift frozen repackaging operation, ensuring safe, efficient production and on-time customer deliveries.

• Manage and develop shift supervisors and production teams, driving performance, accountability, and continuous improvement.

• Monitor and improve key metrics including OEE, labor efficiency, downtime, throughput, and product quality.

• Partner with maintenance to maximize equipment reliability and reduce production downtime.

• Ensure compliance with GMP, food safety, safety regulations, and Process Safety Management (PSM) requirements.

• Drive Lean manufacturing and process improvements to increase productivity and reduce operational costs.

Your profile

• A minimum of five years of progressive management experience in food manufacturing or repackaging; Associate’s degree in Food Technology or related field (operations management experience highly valued).

• Proficient in Microsoft Office and facility inventory systems; strong mechanical aptitude and process improvement skills.

• Demonstrated ability to lead, coach, and mentor teams, with excellent organizational, written, and verbal communication skills.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management capabilities to drive continuous improvement and operational efficiency.

• Respectful, approachable, and community-driven with a positive attitude; committed to maintaining safety, quality, and operational excellence.

• Able to perform moderate physical activity (lifting up to 50 lbs, bending, reaching, standing/walking for extended periods) in varied manufacturing environments including noisy, humid, or hot/cold conditions, near moving machinery, and with occasional chemical exposure.

Pay Range: $95,000 to $120,000 annually 

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Nortera believes in Equal Opportunity for all and is committed to ensuring all individuals, including individuals with disabilities, have an opportunity to apply for those positions that they are interested in and qualify for without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. Nortera is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals so that an individual can perform their job related duties. If you are interested in applying for an employment opportunity and require special assistance or an accommodation to apply due to a disability, please contact us at 585-434-0399.