Production Supervisor (Manager, 3rd Shift Sun-Thur 930p-630a)

About the role

Bear the responsibility for overseeing frontline associates to manufacture products using efficient and safe production processes.

Position-Related Responsibilities And Key Job Duties

• Meet or exceed production goals while minimizing costs.
• Create and execute 1-year and 3-year business plans that align with national/regional/local Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) strategies.
• Contribute to operational goals by improving efficiency and managing resources effectively.
• Lead, coach, and mentor a high-performing team to boost productivity and engagement.
• Build a culture of collaboration by encouraging best practice sharing and breaking down barriers to teamwork.
• Set clear expectations, hold team members accountable, and provide timely, actionable feedback.
• Foster a diverse and inclusive work environment.
• Monitor and improve production processes to maximize line efficiency and reduce downtime.
• Manage production performance against key KPIs within labor and operating expense (OPEX) budgets.
• Ensure production readiness, including supervising equipment setup, changeovers, and regular checks for compliance with standard operating procedures.
• Maintain a safe working environment by inspecting equipment and work conditions.
• Drive process improvements by implementing Lean, Six Sigma, and other methodologies to refine operations.
• Champion initiatives meant to improve sustainability, quality, and customer satisfaction.
• Oversee compliance with all company and regulatory policies, including Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and food safety regulations.

Education And Requirements

• Bachelor’s in Engineering, Life Science, related discipline or equivalent work experience preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of supervisory experience managing people and processes.
• Minimum 3 years in a manufacturing environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in ISO standards (e.g., 22000, 9000, 14001) or other management systems.
• Certifications or practical experience in Lean, Six Sigma, or 5S methodologies.
• Knowledge of HACCP (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points).
• Working knowledge of SAP or other enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.
• Knowledge of Lean manufacturing concepts and Self-Guided Workforce models.
• Expertise in analyzing and improving KPIs within a production environment.

Pay, Benefits & Schedule

Pay Range: United States of America: 107,400 USD - 128,000 USD
Base pay offered may vary depending on geography, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
A full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position, is offered.
Annual Incentive Reference Value Percentage: 15
Annual Incentive reference value is a market-based competitive value for your role. It falls in the middle of the range for your role, indicating performance at target.

Location(s)

United States of America
City/Cities: Columbus
Travel Required: 00% - 25%

Relocation Provided

Yes

Job Posting End Date

July 19, 2026