Position Summary…
What you’ll do…
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Production Manager to lead our Case Ready Beef Plant operations in Olathe, KS. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of production, ensuring compliance with Walmart’s code of conduct, and maintaining the highest standards of quality, safety, and food safety regulations.
Key Responsibilities:
Manage and lead a team of production staff to achieve plant goals and objectives.
Ensure all production processes are operating effectively, efficiently, and in compliance with Walmart’s code of conduct and food safety regulations.
Develop and implement production schedules, production reports, and other documents as needed.
Monitor and analyze production metrics to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions as needed.
Manage and control production costs, including raw materials, labor, and overhead expenses.
Ensure all products meet Walmart’s quality standards and are delivered on time to customers.
Collaborate with other departments, such as procurement, logistics, and sales, to ensure smooth operations and effective communication.
Maintain a safe and healthy work environment, adhering to all safety and health regulations and policies.
Develop and implement training programs for production staff to improve skills and knowledge.
Foster a culture of continuous improvement, empowering employees to identify and implement improvements.
Preferred Qualifications:
Master’s degree in food science, engineering, or a related field.
At least 5 years of experience in a production management role in a dairy plant or a related industry.
Strong knowledge of food safety regulations and Walmart’s code of conduct.
Proven track record of leading and managing teams to achieve production goals and objectives.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Lean manufacturing or Six Sigma certification.
Experience working in a manufacturing facility or a related industry.
Knowledge of ERP systems and other production management software.
Benefits & Perks:
Beyond competitive pay, you can receive incentive awards for your performance. Other great perks include 401(k) match, stock purchase plan, paid maternity and parental leave, PTO, multiple health plans, and much more.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Walmart, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer – By Choice. We believe we are best equipped to help our associates, customers and the communities we serve live better when we really know them. That means understanding, respecting and valuing diversity- unique styles, experiences, identities, ideas and opinions – while being inclusive of all people.
Who We Are
Join Walmart and your work could help over 275 million global customers live better every week. Yes, we are the Fortune #1 company. But you’ll quickly find we’re a company who wants you to feel comfortable bringing your whole self to work. A career at Walmart is where the world’s most complex challenges meet a kinder way of life. Our mission spreads far beyond the walls of our stores. Join us and you’ll discover why we are a world leader in diversity and inclusion, sustainability, and community involvement.  From day one, you’ll be empowered and equipped to do the best work of your life.
At Walmart, we offer competitive pay as well as performance-based bonus awards and other great benefits for a happier mind, body, and wallet. Health benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage. Financial benefits include 401(k), stock purchase and company-paid life insurance. Paid time off benefits include PTO (including sick leave), parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting. Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more.
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You will also receive PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes. The amount you receive depends on your job classification and length of employment. It will meet or exceed the requirements of paid sick leave laws, where applicable.
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For information about PTO, see
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Live Better U is a Walmart-paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates in Walmart and Sam’s Club facilities. Programs range from high school completion to bachelor’s degrees, including English Language Learning and short-form certificates. Tuition, books, and fees are completely paid for by Walmart.
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Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to a specific plan or program terms.
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The annual salary range for this position is $65,000.00-$139,000.00
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Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses.
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Additional compensation for certain positions may also include:
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– Regional Pay Zone (RPZ) (based on location)
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– Stock
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Minimum Qualifications…
Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications.
Option 1: Bachelor’s degree in biochemistry, food science, engineering, business management, or related area and 5 years’ experience in progressive leadership roles in a manufacturing environment.
Option 2: 10 years’ experience in manufacturing, food processing or dairy processing.
Preferred Qualifications…
Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications.
10 years’ experience in Safe Quality Foods (SQF) or other Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) formats, Clean in Place/Clean Out of Place (CIP/COP) and other sanitation equipment, writing and maintaining standard operating procedures, or writing and maintaining Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures.
Primary Location…
20200 W 167th St,, Olathe, KS 66062-0000, United States of America