Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking a Manufacturing Operations Specialist to join our team!

The ideal candidate will play a critical role in optimizing manufacturing processes and enhancing operational efficiency, while ensuring product quality. This role will collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive production standards, and provide recommendations regarding efficiency and quality improvements

Responsibilities:

1. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to inform production strategies, troubleshoot potential technical challenges, and implement best practices to reduce waste and improve productivity.

2. Review product quality for accuracy, correcting any potential inefficiencies with the appropriate teams, and recommend changes to streamline the manufacturing process.

3. Supervise and train production staff, fostering a positive work environment that promotes teamwork and productivity.

4. Ensure compliance with safety regulations and maintain a clean, organized workspace.

Qualifications:

• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
• Outgoing Personality: A natural net worker who enjoys meeting new people and building connections.
• Professional Appearance: Present yourself in a way that reflects the professionalism and culture of our brand.
• Interact effectively with all levels of the organization.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion with sensitive data
• Prior experience in a manufacturing or warehouse environment is preferred
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Company Description

Voluntary Purchasing Groups, Inc. manufactures products under the ferti-lome, Hi-Yield, and Natural Guard product names. Our products are sold exclusively through our Dealers. For over 50 years, Voluntary Purchasing Groups, Inc. has been the supplier of choice for more than 8,000 independent retailers which are supported by over 80 distributors. With 300 individual SKUs to choose from, we offer an unrivaled selection of lawn and garden products. Just as important, VPG and its entire network offer member support and industry expertise. The VPG members are local dealers offering local solutions for local problems — the go-to experts in their communities.

Company Description

Voluntary Purchasing Groups, Inc. manufactures products under the ferti-lome, Hi-Yield, and Natural Guard product names. Our products are sold exclusively through our Dealers. For over 50 years, Voluntary Purchasing Groups, Inc. has been the supplier of choice for more than 8,000 independent retailers which are supported by over 80 distributors. With 300 individual SKUs to choose from, we offer an unrivaled selection of lawn and garden products. Just as important, VPG and its entire network offer member support and industry expertise. The VPG members are local dealers offering local solutions for local problems — the go-to experts in their communities.