Production Manager
Sysco
- Location
- FP- Coastal SBProduce
- Work model
- On-Site
- Level
- Mid
- Salary
- $83.8k – $125.8k/yr
- H-1B history
- 4 approvals (FY2023)
- Posted
- Aug 12, 2026
About this role
The compensation range provided is in compliance with state specific laws. Factors that may be used to determine your actual rate of pay include your specific skills, years of experience and other factors. You may be eligible to participate in the Company's Incentive Plan.
BENEFITS
INFORMATION: For information on Sysco’s Benefits, please visit https://SyscoBenefits.com JOB SUMMARY The Production Manager is responsible for all aspects of the Production and Production Warehouse departments at multiple locations and is the key contact for all IT/technical issues. The Production Manager also creates, monitors and manages expense and capital budgets, leads associates and manages all aspects of employee engagement.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Develop and maintain production plans to ensure orders are completed on time Determine the headcount requirements and labor utilization needed to achieve production and business goals Schedule equipment and team resources needed to support each production plan Track component yield rates ensuring that actual results meet or exceed business goals Manage work order maintenance ensuring that work orders are audited and closed inappropriate fiscal periods Set performance metrics for each department to track and monitor productivity Ensure metrics support business goals Benchmark metrics utilizing both internal and external resources Develop and monitor annual department budgets Plan and manage resources to achieve budget goals while delivering the required output • Track actual expenses vs budget Assure that department expenses are in line with budget goals Direct, coordinate and monitor the daily activities & performance standards for Production and Production Warehouse departments to assure compliance of standard Company policies, procedures, quality, and safety Coach and develop Supervisors and team in balancing the delivery of high productivity, quality and customer service Maintain a positive and safe work environment. Oversee employee relations and participate in staff selection, performance and compensation evaluations, corrective action and terminations, as necessary Establish performance goals, monitor progress and provide feedback as necessary Manage employee performance through motivation, delegation, development, mentoring and resolving conflict Take corrective action as necessary on a timely basis and in accordance with company policy Develop, provide and/or coordinate training as needed Consult with Human Resources Department as appropriate Conduct regular department meetings to foster employee engagement, communicate any changes to company policies and procedures, address employee concerns, foster idea-sharing and suggestions for improvement Order/procure materials and services as needed Serve as key IT, telecom and systems contact for the business unit Identify and implement key areas for improvement in each department Maintain a presence and availability across all shifts Provide and maintain a safe work environment by directing safety training, generating and reviewing Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) Coordinate emergency response or crisis management activities Coordinate efforts with the Safety Department to aid in training, conducting associate observations, updating preferred work methods, conducting accident investigations to determine root causes and routine safety inspections QUALIFICATIONS Education High School diploma or general education degree (GED) required Bachelor of Science in a Business Management preferred Experience 7+ years of Production and/or Manufacturing in a food environment of which at least 2 are leading a team. HACCP and GMP certifications preferred.
Skills
Excellent communication (verbal and written), interpersonal and professional interactive skills are necessary to perform at a high