Front of House Production Manager

Front of House Production Manager Knoke’s Chocolates & Nuts – Hudson, WI Location: 2737 Harvey St., Hudson, WI 54016 Job Type: Full-Time Pay: 20.00–22.00 per hour, depending on experience Schedule: Monday–Friday About Us Knoke’s Chocolates & Nuts is a locally owned confectionery company that has been creating handcrafted chocolates, caramels, popcorn, roasted nuts, and other sweet treats since 2000. We take pride in producing high-quality products while maintaining a positive and enjoyable workplace. We're looking for a motivated and organized leader to help oversee daily operations at our production facility. Position Overview The Front of House Production Manager is responsible for leading our front of house production team, coordinating with product and packaging leaders, and working closely with the Operations Coordinator to keep production running efficiently and on schedule. We're looking for a hands-on leader who can balance productivity, quality, and teamwork while maintaining a positive work environment. Key Responsibilities Team Leadership Lead, train, and support front of house production employees. Assign daily tasks, monitor productivity, and hold employees accountable. Maintain a positive, organized, and productive work environment. Provide coaching, feedback, and assistance when needed. Production Operations Oversee daily production activities to ensure products are completed accurately and on time. Coordinate with product and packaging leaders to maintain an efficient workflow. Monitor production progress and address delays or challenges. Ensure quality standards, cleanliness, and food safety procedures are followed. Assist with hands-on production tasks as needed. Planning & Communication Work with the Operations Coordinator to plan and execute daily and weekly production schedules. Communicate production priorities, deadlines, and expectations to the team. Help determine staffing and supply needs for upcoming production. Identify opportunities to improve processes and overall efficiency. Keep management informed of production progress and concerns. Qualifications Required: Previous experience managing or supervising a team OR experience working in a production, manufacturing, or warehouse environment. Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Dependable, detail-oriented, and comfortable providing direction and holding employees accountable. Willingness to work alongside the team and assist wherever needed. Ability to stand for extended periods and perform physical production tasks. Preferred: Experience managing employees in a production or warehouse setting. Experience coordinating production schedules and workflows. Familiarity with inventory management and quality control procedures. What We're Looking For Our ideal candidate is someone who: Leads by example and takes initiative. Knows how to have fun while keeping the team focused and productive. Communicates clearly and works well with different personalities. Can confidently make decisions and solve problems. Understands that quality should never be sacrificed for speed. Enjoys finding ways to improve systems and daily operations. Pay: $20.00 - $22.00 per hour Expected hours: 35.0 – 40.0 per week Work Location: In person

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