Assistant Production Manager

The AssistantProduction Manager serves as a key leader on the production floor acting as the primary resource for frontline team members and a direct link to plant leadership. This role supports day-to-day operations across production departmentsIngredient Prep Batching Filling and Packagingensuring adherence to schedules qualitystandardsand safety protocols. The Assistant Production Manager is a hands-on leader who answers frequent team member questions resolves issues quickly and drives alignment with production and company goals.

WhatYoullDo:

Lead & Support Production Operations

• Serve as the go-to resource for frontline associates providing guidance on processes troubleshooting and daily priorities.

• Assistin coordinating production activities across departments to meet schedules and uphold quality and safety standards.

• Communicate effectively with the Assistant Plant Manager and Production Supervisors to ensure smooth operations andtimelyissue resolution.

• Monitor production flow and escalate concerns promptly to minimize downtime andmaintainefficiency.

• Participate in daily shifthuddlesto reinforce priorities and share updates.

• Support coordination of maintenance and sanitation activities

Ensure Food Safety & Quality

• Uphold Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and ensure compliance with food safety protocols.

• Support FSQA initiatives by monitoring process controls and documentation accuracy.

• Immediately address and escalate any deviations quality issues or non-conformances.

Drive Team Engagement

• Foster a positive collaborative and safety-first culture on the production floor.

• Provide informal coaching and feedback to team members to encourage growth and accountability.

• Model CAVAs mission values and leadership behaviors.

Continuous Improvement

• Identifyopportunities to reduce waste improve yields andoptimizelabor efficiency.

• Support implementation of new processes and equipment to enhance productivity.

• Analize downtime yields and labor data toidentifyimprovement opportunities.

The Qualifications:

• Experience:24 years in food manufacturing or production environment with prior leadership orleadexperience preferred.

• Education:High school diploma; Associates orBachelors degree in Operations Management Food Science or related field preferred.

• Leadership:Ability to lead by example answer questions andmaintainteam alignment in a fast-paced environment.

• Technical Knowledge:Familiarity with food manufacturing processes and safety standards.

• Food Safety Knowledge:Understanding ofHACCP GMPs and regulatory compliance.

• Soft Skills:Strong communication problem-solving and organizational skills.

• Bilingual:English/Spanish preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Physical dexterity ability tolift upto 45lbsand push/pull rolling bowls carts and containers with up to 550lbsof product.

• The ability to work in varied environmental conditions (dry cold)

• The ability to stand and work on feet for 8 to 10 hours at a time

• Must be able toidentifyassessandobservedetail

• Ability to communicate with others and exchange information accurately and effectively.

• Ability to squat kneel bend and twist

• Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner

• Allergens: We prepare products with milk and sesamecontainingingredients.Team members must be able to work with these ingredients.

What we offer:

• Competitivesalaryplus bonus and long-term incentives*

• Early Wage Access!

• Six (6) paid holidays annually

• Paid sick leave

• Vacation accrual beginning at 3rdmonth

• Health Dental Vision Telemedicine Pet Insurance plus more!

• 401k enrollment with CAVA contribution

• Company-paid STD LTD Life and AD&D coverage for salaried positions*

• CAVA restaurant employee discount

• Casual work environment

• The opportunity to be on the ground floor of a rapidly growing brand

• Allemployees are eligible for benefits.

• The compensation range posted includestotal cash.

*Indicatesqualifying eligible positions only

CAVA Joining A culture not a concept

This job description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all the duties and responsibilities of thepositionand such duties and responsibilities may change without notice.As an equal opportunity employer CAVA considers applicants for all positions without regard to race color sex religion national origin disability age height weight marital status sexual orientation familial status genetic information or any other characteristic or protected classes as defined by federal state or local law.