Production Supervisor, Food Manufacturing (1st Shift)

Responsibilities

• Lead daily production activities to support business goals, customer expectations, and operational priorities.
• Coach, guide, and motivate production team members while building a culture of accountability, teamwork, and respect.
• Oversee production schedules, product quality, yields, and safety practices to keep operations running smoothly and efficiently.
• Partner with Human Resources, Supervisors, and Leads to support staffing, performance conversations, employee engagement, and team development.
• Track and review production data, including yields and new product performance, to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Prepare reports and communicate key updates, results, and opportunities to leadership.
• Promote a safety-first mindset by participating in safety committees and reinforcing safe work practices on the floor.
• Collaborate with Maintenance to support equipment readiness, reduce downtime, and resolve production concerns quickly.
• Work closely with USDA inspectors to maintain compliance with food safety and regulatory requirements.
• Lead regular production meetings to share updates, recognize progress, solve problems, and keep the team aligned.
• Take on additional responsibilities as needed to support plant operations and continuous improvement.

Requirements

• 5 or more years of progressive experience in food manufacturing; meat manufacturing experience is preferred.
• Working knowledge of grinding and patty-making operations, production scheduling, materials handling, and shipping/receiving logistics.
• Comfortable using computer systems, production data, basic math, and reporting tools to support daily decision-making.
• Flexible and willing to support changing production needs and schedules when needed.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to connect with employees at all levels.
• Ability to quickly learn product specifications, production processes, and customer expectations.
• Confident prioritizing work, making sound decisions, and staying calm in a fast-paced production environment.
• Understanding of USDA, SQF, and OSHA requirements, or the ability to apply regulatory knowledge in a manufacturing setting.
• Proven ability to lead a diverse team with fairness, consistency, and respect.
• General understanding of Human Resources practices, employee relations, and workplace safety expectations.
• Skilled at identifying issues, finding practical solutions, and following through to resolution.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

Skills

• Leadership skills
• Teamwork
• Problem-solving
• Communication skills
• Computer literacy
• Food safety regulations

Benefits

• Competitive base salary ($65,000 to 70,000 annually).
• Full benefits package, including medical/ vision/ dental/life insurance, 401(k) with company match, and paid time off.
• Annual incentive program based on individual and company performance.

Pay

$65,000 to 70,000 annually.

Schedule

1st Shift