Manufacturing Shift Manager

Posted 13 Hours Ago
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Allentown, PA
Mid level
eCommerce • Food • Pet • Manufacturing
Spot and Tango is an innovative pet health & wellness brand dedicated to providing dogs with fresh, human grade meals.
The Role
The Manufacturing Shift Manager coordinates daily operations, delegates tasks, ensures productivity, and oversees employee safety and quality at the Allentown manufacturing facility. Responsibilities include training team members, reviewing inventory discrepancies, managing maintenance teams, and ensuring compliance with GMPs and safety standards. Excellent problem-solving and leadership skills are essential for handling unexpected issues and optimizing operations.
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Shift Schedule: Friday, Saturday, and Sunday l 6:00am to 4:30pm 

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

Spot & Tango is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

What the Team is Saying

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The Company
HQ: New York City, NY
88 Employees
Hybrid Workplace
Year Founded: 2015

What We Do

Here at Spot & Tango, we are on a mission to make your pet healthier and happier, simplifying your role as a pet parent along the way. Put simply: we exist to create more happy days with your dog.

Since 2018, we’ve been cooking up fresh, whole ingredient meals personalized for dogs at prices humans can afford. We even created an entirely new category with UnKibble, the only Fresh Dry™ food for dogs. That’s how much we believe in the benefits of real food for our loyal companions.

Our recipes are made with only whole vegetables, fruits, grains, and meats that we’d eat too. Plus, every vet-formulated meal plan is delivered directly to your door and completely customized to your dog’s weight, age, activity level, and health goals.

Why Work With Us

At Spot & Tango, we know that we're only as good as our people. We look for candidates who ask the right questions, have an entrepreneurial spirit, and learn at light speed. While we value experience, we also appreciate (and seek out!) fresh perspectives.

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Spot & Tango Offices

Hybrid Workspace

Employees engage in a combination of remote and on-site work.

Our hybrid policy requires employees to work in-person at our New York office Monday, Wednesday and Thursday. Employees are able to work from home on Tuesday and Friday.

Typical time on-site: 3 days a week
HQNew York, NY
Our office is in midtown Manhattan, just minutes away from the BDFM, 4, 5, 6, 1, 2, 7, and S subway lines, and Metro North (Grand Central). Also plenty of classic midtown bars + restaurants nearby (did someone say happy hour?), and tons of stores if the urge for a shopping spree ever strikes.

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