Area Manager Production, HelloFresh, IL, US

Area Manager, Production

Shift:  Sunday - Wed 3:30pm - 2:00am (Front Half Nights)

Factor_ a brand of HelloFresh is seeking an Area Manager, Production.  In the supervisor role you will impact all aspects of production and will cultivate a culture that is second to none. You will be hands-on and immerse yourself in the trenches to optimize productivity, promote growth, spark innovation, and incite change from within. 

You will ...

• Respectfully communicate with all employees and leads while providing coaching and development to shift hourly associates. 
• Report information and update managers throughout every shift with knowledge of that day’s production.
• Resolve employee issues through appropriate problem resolution. 
• Balance quality, productivity, cost, safety and morale to achieve positive results in all areas. 
• Manage departmental performance measures, including visual controls and provide regular progress reports to Associate Production Manager/Manager during the shift.
• Attend to other duties as assigned by management

You are...

• A leader: Able to train and develop a large group of employees and manage multiple production lines
• A problem solver      
• Results Driven 
• Able speak to employees with tact and diplomacy     
• Able to multitask: tracking/monitoring production and maintaining productivity
• Computer literate to input information into the computer
• Able to take direction and relay information to employees
• Comfortability in being exposed to cool and/or cold environment (10º - 40º)

At a minimum, you have...

• High School Diploma or GED or related work experience 
• 1-3 years of supervisory experience in a production environment is preferred 

You’ll get… 

• Competitive salary, 401k with company match that vests immediately upon participation, and company equity plan based on role
• Generous PTO, including sabbatical, and parental leave of up to 16 weeks
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits with options at $0 monthly, effective first day of employment
• Tuition reimbursement for continuing education (upon 2 years of service)
• Up to 85% discount on subscriptions to HelloFresh meal plans (HelloFresh, Green Chef, Everyplate, and Factor_)   
• Access to Employee Resource Groups that are open to all employees, including those pertaining to BIPOC, women, veterans, parents, and LGBTQ+
• Inclusive, collaborative, and dynamic work environment within a fast-paced, mission-driven company that is disrupting the traditional food supply chain

This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the responsibilities. However, the Company reserves the right to adjust, modify, or reassign work tasks and responsibilities as needed to meet changing business needs, operational requirements, or other factors.