Production Supervisor (Night Shift)

Job Details

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Christine McNamara

About the Role

Strong manufacturing leader needed for fast growth food & beverage manufacturer!

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact for all night shift production activities.
• Execute daily/weekly production plans and adjust staffing or priorities as needed to meet output targets.
• Monitor line performance, troubleshoot operational issues, and escalate equipment concerns as needed.
• Ensure smooth shift handoff by documenting performance, issues, and key updates to incoming leadership.
• Lead, coach, and develop a team of production employees (often 20–60+ employees depending on facility size).
• Conduct shift start-up meetings, provide daily direction, and reinforce accountability to KPIs.
• Train new hires and promote ongoing employee development and cross-training.
• Manage attendance, staffing coverage, and performance management as needed.
• Enforce all safety policies, PPE requirements, and regulatory compliance standards.
• Conduct safety inspections and proactively address risks on the production floor.
• Ensure all products meet internal quality standards and regulatory requirements.
• Partner with QA to address deviations, conduct root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions.
• Maintain production for consistency with recipes, specifications, and labeling requirements.
• Track and report key production metrics (OEE, yield, downtime, waste, etc.).
• Identify continuous improvement opportunities to increase efficiency and reduce costs.
• Support lean manufacturing initiatives and process optimization efforts.
• Cross-functional collaboration with Maintenance, Quality, Warehouse, and other departments to ensure efficient operations.
• Communicate production issues and priorities clearly across shifts and leadership teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Engineering, Business, or related field preferred.
• 2+ years of supervisory experience in food & beverage manufacturing.
• Experience working in a regulated environment (FDA, USDA, SQF, HACCP).
• Strong leadership and team development experience.
• Ability to work independently and make decisions in a fast-paced, off-shift environment.
• Knowledge of production processes, equipment troubleshooting, and manufacturing KPIs.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and/or ERP systems.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Generous PTO.
• Relocation assistance.
• Opportunity to step into a high-impact leadership role on a critical off-shift.
• Exposure to full plant operations and leadership visibility.
• Growth potential into Production Manager or Operations Leadership roles.

Pay

$80,000 - $115,000 per year

Schedule

Night shift position supporting a 24/7 manufacturing operation.

Requirements

Requires flexibility for overtime, weekends, and coverage as needed.

Skills

Hands-on role with time spent on the production floor.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Generous PTO.
• Relocation assistance.
• Opportunity to step into a high-impact leadership role on a critical off-shift.
• Exposure to full plant operations and leadership visibility.
• Growth potential into Production Manager or Operations Leadership roles.

Why Join Us?

• Equal Opportunity Employer.
• Compliant with federal, state, and local laws regarding criminal backgrounds.
• Compliant with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

Contact

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Additional Information

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.