SENIOR PRODUCTION MANAGER

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Position Type.
(US)Full Time   Workplace Arrangement.
About Kerry Kerry is the world's leading taste and nutrition company for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries.
Every day we partner with customers to create healthier, tastier and more sustainable products that are consumed by billions of people across the world.
Our vision is to be our customers' most valued partner, creating a world of sustainable nutrition.
A career with Kerry offers you an opportunity to shape the future of food while providing you opportunities to explore and grow in a truly global environment.
About the role Reporting to the Site Director, the Sr.
Production Manager leads all production operations to ensure safety, quality, output, and cost targets are consistently achieved.
This role plays a critical part in shaping plant-wide performance by driving operational excellence, optimizing resource utilization, and fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
The ideal candidate brings a strategic mindset, strong leadership capabilities, and a track record of delivering results in complex manufacturing environments.
Key responsibilities • Lead and develop production teams by setting clear expectations, aligning priorities, and ensuring optimal staffing and shift coverage.
• Champion a culture of safety, quality, and compliance, ensuring adherence to GMPs, sanitation, and regulatory standards.
• Drive cross-functional collaboration to support plant-wide initiatives and long-term operational goals.
• Analyze production systems and implement improvements to enhance throughput, reduce waste, and improve equipment reliability.
• Serve as a key decision-maker in resolving production and quality issues, leveraging data and root cause analysis.
• Oversee production documentation, inventory control, and resource planning to support seamless operations.
• Lead cost control efforts and identify opportunities for margin improvement through process optimization.
• Mentor and coach team members, fostering leadership development and succession readiness.
• Partner with site leadership to align production strategies with broader business objectives.
• Actively participate in audits, safety programs, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Qualifications and skills Education.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Food Science, or a related field.
Experience.
• Minimum of 8 years leading high-performing teams in manufacturing.
• At least 5 years in the food, chemical, or pharmaceutical industry (preferred).
• Experience with pharmaceutical excipients is strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated experience managing complex operations with a focus on scalability and long-term growth.
Technical & Leadership Competencies.
• Deep understanding of lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, and unit operations.
• Proven ability to lead change, influence cross-functional teams, and drive strategic initiatives.
• Strong analytical, communication, and decision-making skills.
• High level of ownership, resilience, and adaptability in fast-paced environments.
Compensation Data The typical hiring range for this role is $ to $ annually and is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, location, etc.
In addition to your pay, Kerry offers benefits such as a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and retirement contribution (all benefits and incentives are subject to eligibility requirements).
​Kerry is an equal opportunity employer.
Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
Kerry will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening.
Any offer of employment is conditional upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen.
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