Job Description

• Responsible for all aspects of the manufacture of production within the facility
• Leads and directs groups of employees in the production process from raw materials to finished goods.  May be assigned to one or more departments, lines or areas.
• Trains, counsels and develops employees, to perform numerous duties in the manufacturing process.
• May be assigned to enrobing, wrapping, packaging or sanitation.
• Directs activities of a segment of the workforce within the operation.
• Responsible for achievement of production goals, levels of efficiency and compliance with rules and regulations.
• Reviews schedules, reports, plans and objectives.
• Gives instruction to subordinates, communicates results from goals and objectives.
• Develops and maintains a positive, respectful work environment.
• Performs administrative duties as required.
• May perform additional duties as assigned.
• Reports to Superintendent, Assistant Plant Manager or Plant Manager.

TO BE CONSIDERED AN APPLICANT FOR THIS POSITION, YOU MUST SHOW HOW YOU MEET THE BASIC QUALIFICATIONS AS OUTLINED IN THE REQUIREMENTS

Basic Qualifications

• Associates Degree
• 1 year proven leadership
• 2 Experience working in a manufacturing environment
• Familiar with specifications, government guidelines, staffing requirements and standard supervisory practices.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2 Years Proven Leadership ability
• 2 Years working in a manufacturing environment
• College Degree

Company Description
Russell Stover Chocolates is the nation’s leading manufacturer of boxed chocolates.  The company’s three brands – Russell Stover, Whitman’s and Pangburn’s - account for more than 60 percent of all boxed chocolate sales in the United States through 30+ company-owned retail stores and 70,000 wholesale accounts. After nearly 100 years in operation the company manufactures approximately 100 million pounds of chocolate candies each year in its proud tradition of being “Made in America” and “Handcrafted in Small Batches”.    

In September 2014, Russell Stover Chocolates was acquired by Lindt and Sprungli, the world leader in premium chocolates.   This was the largest acquisition in the history of Lindt and Sprungli which has operations in over 40 countries across the globe.  Russell Stover Chocolates joins sister companies Lindt USA and Ghirardelli to form a powerful confectionery triad in North America.  

Employment by Russell Stover Chocolates is contingent upon I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification, passing the urinalysis drug screen, education verification, and satisfactory reference and background checks.

Russell Stover Chocolates is an EOE/MINORITY/FEMALE/VET/DISABLED  employer. Principals only please.