Production Supervisor - Manufacturing

For over 75 years, Bob Evans Farms has delivered delicious, quick-to-table, farm-inspired food that makes mealtime easier and more enjoyable. As the No. 1-selling refrigerated dinner sides brand, we offer wholesome favorites like mashed potatoes and macaroni & cheese in grocery stores nationwide. We are also a leading producer and distributor of sausage and egg products, including liquid eggs. Our portfolio includes the Bob Evans®, Simply Potatoes®, Egg Beaters®, and Owens® Sausage brands. Based in Columbus, Ohio, Bob Evans Farms is owned by Post Holdings, Inc., a consumer-packaged goods holding company.

Responsibilities

This position is accountable for the daily coordination of production, including assessing operational requirements and developing work assignments for team members. The role ensures proper staffing levels to meet safety and production goals while fostering a safe and productive work environment. The incumbent provides coaching and counseling to improve team performance.

• Oversee shift production, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and supervising hourly staff responsible for daily manufacturing activities.
• Manage hourly employee performance, including coaching, counseling, discipline, timekeeping, and policy enforcement.
• Maintain production through continuous improvement, monitoring staffing/resources, and fostering interdepartmental cooperation.
• Participate in recruiting, interviewing, onboarding, training, and mentoring processes.
• Identify production performance gaps, suggest improvements, and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure a safe work environment by resolving safety issues, monitoring work practices, and conducting safety audits.
• Lead or participate in plant safety programs.
• Ensure product quality by adhering to specifications, SQF protocols, and OSHA compliance standards.
• Validate equipment operation at shift start, communicate issues, and initiate work orders for repairs.
• Provide feedback to maintenance on work order status and collaborate across functions for a high-performance environment.

Requirements

Education: A bachelor’s degree or a combination of college and equivalent work experience in a food manufacturing facility.

Experience: Four to five years of progressive experience with industrial food manufacturing equipment and supervising multiple employees.

• Work closely with cross-functional groups while exemplifying company values.
• Prioritize safety, perform duties to the best of your ability, and act with integrity.
• Be dependable, resourceful, flexible, and a strong communicator.

Skills

• Ability to lead and direct a diverse team.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with computers, desktop software, and business systems.
• High school equivalency math skills.
• Knowledge of safety regulations, including OSHA and applicable federal/state standards.
• Familiarity with food processing, HACCP, GMPs, and sanitation (preferred).

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

• Manufacturing environment with exposure to cold, wet, or humid conditions.
• Frequent exposure to moving mechanical parts and loud noise levels.
• Requires prolonged walking, sitting, standing, and bending.
• Occasional lifting of up to 30 lbs.
• Vision abilities required for reading instructions and computer data entry.