Charcuterie Production Manager
Now accepting applications for full-time, salaried Charcuterie Production Manager position. This new position requires prior experience to oversee operations in all departments of production inside Smoking Goose's USDA-inspected meatery including butchering, smoking, curing, fermenting, and aging. The duties of this position focus on training staff, identifying and implementing efficiencies, leading product development, managing inventory, and more.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to
Oversee hiring and training of food production personnel
Oversee daily production of smoked, cured, fermented, and aged charcuterie
Monitor every aspect of production to ensure compliance with established procedures and standards in accordance with company policies and government regulations
Meet order fulfillment requirements and deadlines
Conduct studies to identify issues and implement procedures to improve efficiency of production processes
Oversee safety, sanitation, and operation of USDA-inspected production areas including staff’s proper use of safety and sanitation uniform and gear
Oversee cleaning and maintenance of production equipment to ensure smooth and safe operations
Develop new products to meet sales goals and increase generated returns
Set production objectives and implement action plans for achieving set targets
Evaluate proposed projects to identify potential risks in advance and develop contingency plans
Prepare periodic reports to update management team on production activities
Maintain accurate inventory of raw materials and finished products
Ensure raw materials and final products are stored properly in optimum conditions
Requirements include
Demonstrated leadership skills including directing and coordinating the activities of food production personnel
Demonstrated time management skills including achieving production targets within set time frames
Demonstrated decision making skills including making key production choices
Prior experience that meets or exceeds at least one of the following thresholds
Five years experience in food production with applicable management experience
Two years experience in food production management
Bachelor’s degree in food science, food technology, manufacturing engineering, or related discipline
Salary, benefits, and application instructions
This full-time, salaried position offers $55,000 - $65,000 annually plus health insurance, retirement benefits, and paid time off. Regular working schedule includes daytime, weekday hours. Applicants should apply via email only — no phone calls, in-person applications, or social media inquiries, please. Send cover letter and resume to jobs {at] smokinggoose.com
The ideal candidate is a quick learner who can prioritize. Working proactively to maximize efficiency and accuracy within deadlines is key. Excellent attention to detail is required. The ability work in a cold environment and do some heavy lifting is needed.
Previous experience in a similar position is preferred but not required. On-the-job training is provided.
Regular working schedule includes daytime weekday hours: off evenings, weekends, and holidays. Health insurance and retirement benefits are available with this full-time, hourly position.
Apply by sending your resume + cover letter to jobs [at] smokinggoose.com
