Production Supervisor

About the role

The Production Supervisor – Leaf Processing oversees all aspects of primary tobacco processing operations, including receiving, conditioning, blending, and preparation of leaf for downstream manufacturing. This role ensures operations meet or exceed safety, quality, and throughput targets while maintaining compliance with FDA, TTB, OSHA, and applicable agricultural handling standards. The Supervisor provides leadership to processing staff, ensuring adherence to company policies and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily leaf processing operations, including receiving, storage, conditioning, blending, and material movement.
• Ensure compliance with FDA, TTB, OSHA, and company safety and handling standards.
• Cookordination staffing, scheduling, and timekeeping for processing associates.
• Monitor throughput, yield, waste, and product quality to achieve operational KPIs.
• Verify proper leaf handling, storage conditions, and moisture control throughout processing.
• Investigate and resolve processing, quality, or equipment issues in real-time.
• Lead daily start-up, safety, and production meetings.
• Train and coach employees on equipment operation, safety procedures, and quality standards.
• Maintain accurate documentation, including material tracking, yields, waste, and downtime.
• Partner with maintenance to support preventive maintenance and minimize downtime.
• Communicate effectively across teams to ensure continuity of operations.
• Support continuous improvement, waste reduction, and process optimization initiatives.

Requirements

• A high school diploma or GED, with an associate degree preferred.
• 3–5 years of experience in manufacturing, agriculture processing, or raw material handling, including supervisory or lead experience.
• Strong knowledge of material handling, processing equipment, and safety practices.
• Understanding of moisture control, storage conditions, and quality factors related to raw materials.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and team development skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Working knowledge of ERP systems and Microsoft Office applications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Management, Agriculture, Manufacturing, or related field.
• Experience in tobacco, food processing, or other regulated industries.
• Lear Manufacturing or Six Sigma certification.
• Familiarity with preventive maintenance systems and root cause analysis tools.

Skills

• Effective communication and leadership skills.
• Teamwork and collaboration abilities.
• Quality assurance and process optimization expertise.
• Knowledge of regulatory compliance and safety standards.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with annual performance bonus.
• Discretionary profit sharing.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability.
• Company-paid life insurance for employees and eligible dependents.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company contribution.
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
• Recognition and retention bonus opportunities.
• Ongoing professional development and career advancement programs.

Pay

Competitive salary with annual performance bonus.

Schedule

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