Job Description
Job DescriptionPosition Overview
We are seeking an experienced Production Supervisor to oversee daily food processing and packaging operations. In this role, you will lead high-performing shift teams, ensure strict compliance with food safety regulations (FSMA, HACCP, SQF/BRC), maintain quality control, and drive operational efficiency to meet plant output targets.
Key Responsibilities
Shift Operations & Leadership
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Direct day-to-day processing and packaging operations to meet daily production schedules, yield goals, and efficiency targets.
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Manage, train, and coach shift operators and general labor personnel; foster a continuous improvement workplace culture.
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Coordinate shift handovers, staffing assignments, and downtime troubleshooting to maintain continuous workflow.
Food Safety & Quality Assurance
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Enforce strict adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), HACCP plans, Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures (SSOPs), and allergen control programs.
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Partner with Quality Assurance (QA) to address out-of-spec products, conduct root-cause analysis, and implement corrective actions (CAPA).
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Prepare shift operations for external regulatory inspections (FDA/USDA) and third-party audits (SQF, BRC, or IFS).
Safety & Compliance
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Maintain a zero-harm safety culture by enforcing OSHA standards, Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements, and Machine Guarding/LOTO protocols.
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Conduct safety huddles, shift audits, and incident investigations as necessary.
Continuous Improvement & Maintenance
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Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) including Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), scrap rates, throughput, and labor variance.
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Collaborate with Maintenance teams to coordinate preventative maintenance schedules and address line breakdowns quickly.
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Support lean manufacturing initiatives (5S, Kaizen, Waste Reduction).
Required Qualifications
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Experience: Minimum of 3–5 years of supervisory or leadership experience in a food or beverage processing/manufacturing facility (Required).
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Education: High School Diploma or GED required; Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Operations Management, or related field preferred.
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Certifications: PCQI (Preventive Controls Qualified Individual), HACCP certification, or SQF/BRC training highly desirable.
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Technical Knowledge: Strong working knowledge of FDA/USDA regulations, allergen management, wet/dry sanitation processes, and continuous processing machinery.
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Skills: Excellent communication, conflict resolution, and decision-making skills under operational pressure; proficiency with ERP/MES systems and Microsoft Office.
Work Environment & Physical Demands
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Exposure to varying temperatures (refrigerated, frozen, or ambient processing environments).
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Ability to stand, walk, bend, and navigate production floor areas for extended periods during an 8- to 12-hour shift.
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Shift flexibility (Day, Night, or Rotating Shifts) may be required depending on operational needs.