Job Summary
We are seeking a hands-on Production Manager - Graveyard to lead overnight manufacturing operations for a stable and growing food manufacturing organization in Kent, WA. This direct hire opportunity is ideal for an experienced production leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys taking ownership of safety, quality, productivity, staffing, and operational performance.
This role offers strong visibility within plant leadership and the opportunity to make a direct impact on production results, employee engagement, and continuous improvement. The work environment is team-oriented, safety-focused, and built around accountability, operational excellence, and long-term employee development. Candidates who value supportive leadership, career growth, and a culture that promotes from within will find this to be a strong next step.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and supervise overnight production activities, ensuring production schedules are met while maintaining safety and quality standards.
- Coach, mentor, schedule, and develop production team members while addressing attendance, performance, and workforce needs.
- Serve as the primary operational leader during graveyard shift, troubleshooting issues related to production, staffing, maintenance, inventory, and quality.
- Monitor workflow, labor utilization, production output, and key performance indicators to identify improvement opportunities.
- Partner with quality, maintenance, warehouse, inventory, and distribution teams to support smooth plant operations and product movement.
- Promote a safety-first culture and ensure compliance with food manufacturing, sanitation, company policy, and regulatory requirements.
Compensation and Benefits
- Salary range: $65,000 to $85,000 per year.
- Job type: Direct hire.
- Schedule: Overnight / graveyard shift.
- Location: Kent, WA.
- Benefits include comprehensive benefits package, paid time off, holiday pay, and career advancement opportunities.
- Stable and growing manufacturing environment with a collaborative leadership team and strong company culture.
This company offers growth and a great group of people to work with.