Production Supervisor

About the Role

The Production Supervisor - Pre-Weigh oversees daily operations within the pre-weigh area of the manufacturing facility, ensuring all batching, scheduling, and warehousing activities are executed accurately and efficiently while maintaining compliance with food safety, quality, and safety standards. This role is ideal for a collaborative, hands-on leader with a strong background in food or ingredient manufacturing, proficiency in GMPs, and a commitment to continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage pre-weigh department personnel to meet production goals and quality standards.
• Develop and implement standard operating procedures and work instructions.
• Drive a culture aligned with the company’s operations vision and core values.
• Support hiring, training, retention, and performance development of staff.
• Ensure accurate weighing, blending, and documentation of all batch processes.
• Collaborate with Procurement and third-party warehouses to confirm material availability and timely delivery.
• Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations, including GMP, FDA, FSMA, and OSHA.
• Conduct safety and production meetings; monitor KPIs and performance metrics.
• Review pick tickets and batch records to ensure proper lot control, traceability, and labeling.
• Coordinate production schedules to meet order deadlines and food safety sequencing.
• Promote food safety and workplace safety culture: “See Something, Say Something.”
• Ensure a safe work environment with zero safety incidents and zero product recalls through proactive oversight and compliance monitoring.
• Implement and sustain 5S practices and fundamental Lean principles to drive efficiency and organization.
• Partner with Quality, Sales/CSR, Accounting, and other departments to maintain alignment, accuracy, and workflow efficiency.
• Perform additional warehousing and production-related duties as assigned.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of GMPs, OSHA regulations, and food safety compliance requirements.
• Train, mentor, and guide staff while fostering a collaborative, team-oriented culture.
• Stay informed on system updates and accurately enter data into ERP/MRP systems.
• Utilize Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Teams) for effective communication and collaboration.
• Maintain forklift and pallet jack certifications; conduct operator training as required.
• Demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills, with an awareness and respect for staff diversity.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Business, Operations Management, or related field preferred OR 4+ years of relevant experience in food/ingredient manufacturing with 2+ years in a supervisory role.
• Experience working in GMP, FDA, or USDA-regulated environments.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Directly supervises all hourly employees within the Pre-Weigh Department.
• Oversees daily work assignments, monitors productivity, and ensures team members adhere to safety and quality standards.
• Conducts training and onboarding for new team members and provides ongoing coaching and development.
• Leads regular team meetings to communicate schedules, metrics, expectations, and updates.
• Participates in recruitment, performance evaluations, disciplinary actions, and employee retention efforts.
• Promotes a positive work environment that supports teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Ensures compliance with company policies, procedures, and safety regulations.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to operate forklifts, pallet jacks, scales, and manufacturing equipment.
• Must be able to lift 55 lbs. or more regularly.
• Capable of pushing and pulling drums using mechanical aids.
• Must be able to stand for extended periods and climb ladders as needed.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment that may include temperature fluctuations, noise, and dust.
• Must be able to see, hear, and communicate effectively to supervise team members and ensure safety.

Schedule

Full-time, typically day shift position. Hours may vary based on production schedule, with occasional overtime in the evenings and on weekends. Primarily Monday through Friday.

Travel

Up to 20% travel time expected to local facilities in PA.