Production Supervisor

Responsibilities

• Cookbook production department activities to align with overall business objectives and operational plans.
• Assess administrative needs, allocate resources, and monitor performance to ensure efficiency and return on investment.
• Oversee daily production operations, ensuring adherence to schedules, quality standards, and safety protocols.
• Collaborate with Human Resources, Supervisors, and Leads to support staffing needs and monitor team performance.
• Recommend, test, and implement new equipment to enhance productivity and operational efficiency.
• Maintain oversight of all departments and personnel on-site during assigned shifts.
• Ensure accurate documentation of production data, including yields and new product performance, within the database.
• Prepare and submit operational and performance reports as required.
• Actively participate in the HACCP team to ensure compliance with food safety and quality standards.
• Serve on safety committees and contribute to continuous improvement of workplace safety practices.
• Liaise with Sales, R&D, and Quality teams to support product development, resolve customer complaints, and improve existing products.
• Cookbook with Maintenance to ensure equipment readiness and minimize downtime.
• Cookbook with USDA inspectors to maintain compliance with federal regulations.
• Cookbook crisis management planning and response activities.
• Lead regular production meetings to communicate updates, changes, and foster team engagement.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by management.
• Serve as an active member of the HAZMAT Team.
• Utilize the ROSS system for production scheduling and planning.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in food manufacturing; meat manufacturing experience preferred.
• Preferred experience with Formax equipment and grinders.
• Strong knowledge of grinding and patty-making operations, production scheduling, materials handling, and shipping/receiving logistics.
• Proficient in multitasking, computer systems, and mathematics.
• Flexible availability to support varied work schedules.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Quick to learn product specifications and production processes.
• Strong prioritization and decision-making abilities.
• Solid understanding of USDA, SQF, and OSHA regulations.
• Capable of managing a diverse workforce with fairness and consistency.
• General knowledge of Human Resources and workplace safety practices.
• Skilled in identifying and resolving departmental and personnel issues.

Pay

$55,000–$75,000 annually

Schedule

First shift hours are 6:00AM- 2:30PM.Second shift hours are 2:20PM- 11:00PM.Must be available to work flexible hours Monday through Sunday including overtime. This may include split shift.