Assistant Manager, Production

Hygiena provides rapid microbiology diagnostic tests and solutions for mission-critical, time-sensitive processes around the world. Hygiena's proprietary diagnostic technologies enable customers to; prevent illness and save lives, comply with regulations, protect products and brands, run businesses more effectively. Solutions are sold in a wide range of industries globally, but the core focus is food safety. Headquartered in Camarillo, California and with offices around the world, we are actively looking for talented individuals to help grow the business!
At Hygiena we believe:

• In providing the highest quality products & service
• Being a leader in innovation
• Having a compelling desire to improve and win in the marketplace
• In contributing positively not only to the workplace, but in our community and environment!

With rapid growth comes opportunity. We are looking for a Production Assistant Manager to join our team in Camarillo! This is a full-time, exempt position.

Responsibilities:

• Responsibilities in the following areas: Safety Committee Member, MRB/CAPA/SCAR Committee Member, USDA Authorized User for Serial Release (as approved by the USDA), Lead or Participate in appropriate Production Meetings, and other relevant Production Areas as determined by Managment.
• Management of the Autoclave area staff operational activity, machines, and supplies. The Production Area Execution requires coordination with the Customer Service, Production Supervisors/Coordinators, Solution Teams, Material Handlers, Warehouse Staff, Supply Chain Planners, Purchasing, Quality Control, and Engineering/Facilities.
• Responsible for the production area operations, including planning, coordinating, and controlling of manufacturing process. Ensuring a high level of manufacturing success, producing significant quantities at a very high-quality level, with very efficient operator requirements and minimal scrap. Managing groups of employees. Provides update to managers when Standard Operating Procedures and/or Best Practices are not correctly reflected on specifications/procedures.
• Collaborate with Purchasing, Production Scheduling, and Warehouse areas for relevant process, best practices, and Dynamics-NAV usage, including: timecard approvals, OEM Bill of Ladings, sterilization paperwork, Hygiena Intl weekly orders, courier pickups (Conejo, Orange, Idexx), determine materials for autoclave and gamma, review specific job folders, preparing of product/jobs for shipping.
• Performs interaction and development of staff, which includes Production Asst Leads, Coordinators, and Supervisors.
• Oversee all production paperwork and job preparation that is delegated to various staff members for their specific function, including activities such as job signoffs and removing material from the cooler on the weekends and holidays for labeling.
• Successfully work with all areas of the organization, including Solutions/Environmental, Engineering, and Quality Control to facilitate the production areas for functioning as best as possible. Identify and Report operational and maintenance problems to prevent production delays.
• Ensures compliance with and/or follows all organizational systems, programs, training, policies, and procedures as required and complies with relevant legal mandates. Seeks Guidance as necessary.
• Actively supports and participates in the safety program, both for self-protections and the protection of the other employees, by reading and abiding by all requirements in the Safety Manuel and Injury Illness Prevention Program (IIPP).

Supervisory Responsibilities:

In accordance with applicable policies/procedures and Federal/State laws, may perform the following supervisory responsibilities: Interviewing, hiring orienting and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; coaching and appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems; enforcing all safety rules and ensuring safe work procedures.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Management, Business or related field is preferred
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in a productive environment
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Adobe Acrobat required.

Salary Range (applicable to California):

$66,560 -$72,000 annual base salary

Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Ability for Supervision and management of direct reports required.
• Must be able to use direction and independent judgement.
• Must be able to work in a team environment.
• Experience with MRP, specifically with NAV is desirable. Must be able to lead teams.
• Must be able to pay close attention to details.
• Must be able to adapt ad flex to changing environment.

Why you'll want to join our team:

Teamwork as a core value.

At Hygiena, our emphasis on teamwork and cross-functional communication enables us to build stronger bonds within our business.

Be a part of something big.

Hygiena plays a critical role in helping to prevent global health crisis such as foodborne illness, healthcare-associated infections, and other outbreaks.

Giving back to our communities.

Hygiena believes in giving back by supporting local organizations committed to improving the lives of children and youth in our communities.

Benefits and Perks:

• 15 days of PTO
• Medical with HSA employer contribution, Dental, Vision available 1st of the month after start date
• Tuition Reimbursement program
• Charitable Contribution matching
• Employee Referral bonus opportunities

*State paid short-term disability for California based employees

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.