Manufacturing Shift Manager - Spot & Tango

Who We Are

Spot & Tango is an innovative pet health & wellness brand that delivers personalized meal plans on a subscription basis. Our recipes are developed by leading animal nutritionists, and are made with only real, human-grade ingredients... and nothing artificial! We have lofty goals (to make every dog in the country healthier, and every pet parent happier!) and we are looking for the right people to help us get there. This is an exciting opportunity to join a VC-backed, high-growth, e-commerce startup and have an outsized impact in an extremely fast-paced environment. Plus, you get to think about dogs all day!

Who You Are 

We are seeking a motivated Manufacturing Shift Manager to coordinate and oversee the day-to-day of our employees at our Allentown manufacturing facility. This pivotal role ensures optimal productivity and the successful meeting of production goals.

The ideal candidate for this position should be an effective, self-motivated leader. You will be responsible for leading our weekend shift (Friday-Sunday 6:00am to 4:30pm) across all functions, including production, maintenance, safety and quality. You possess strong emotional intelligence and the ability to lead. You have excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to make quick decisions during unexpected downtime or breakdowns. Your ability to think on your feet will ensure effective utilization of labor and positive outcomes for the company.

We are looking for someone who isn't afraid to roll up their sleeves and lead by example. A general understanding of HR policies and strong communication skills are required to ensure all direct reports follow all policies.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate daily operations and delegate tasks to team members effectively to meet production goals
• Review and correct inventory and work order discrepancies
• Maintain and promote a safe working culture
• Review and correct employee timecards
• Ensure all GMPs are followed, and PPE is worn throughout the shift by all personnel
• Complete daily shift reports and email them to the appropriate parties
• Use production KPIs to monitor and continuously improve throughput
• Manage a lean maintenance and quality team on the weekend shifts
• Maintain a safe work environment by completing JSA's and routine audits of work areas
• Ensure adherence to safety policies and procedures
• Train and mentor new team members
• Address any issues or discrepancies that may arise during the shift
• Collaborate with Plant Management to optimize operations

Qualifications:

• Experience working with ERP/WMS systems
• Experience with lean manufacturing
• Ability to manage employees cross-functionally – Production, warehouse, and quality
• Ability to make quick decisions that align with company objectives
• Experience working in a GMP facility with Food safety knowledge is preferred
• Experience with timecard reconciliation
• Knowledge of OSHA standards, OSHA 10 certification preferred but not required
• Experience operating PIV's such as forklifts and powered pallet jacks
• High mechanical aptitude preferred in order to assist with trouble-shooting machinery breakdowns