Shift Supervisor
Summary/Objective
The Shift Supervisor supports the Production Manager in daily operations and oversees multiple manufacturing lines.
Essential Functions
- Manage production team and daily production operations to ensure established throughput, production goals, and schedules are met in compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
- Direct production operations, including coordinating equipment setup and ensuring readiness prior to start-up.
- Conduct pre-shift and post-shift meetings to communicate safety expectations, production goals, and performance feedback.
- Communicate daily production objectives, staffing plans, and operational updates to production teams and management.
- Perform required daily production posting and closeout procedures in accordance with internal controls and audit standards.
- Ensure accurate, complete, and timely entry of production data, including crew counts and production start/stop times, to support reporting, payroll, and financial tracking.
- Supervise the production team including discipline and time and attendance.
- Collaborate with the Quality Assurance team to maintain compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and sanitation standards.
- Enforce adherence to GMPs, SOPs, and OSHA safety requirements, ensuring a safe, clean, and compliant work environment.
- Maintain required certifications.
Skills And Qualifications
- High School Diploma or equivalent required; additional education preferred
- 7+ years of manufacturing or food production experience preferred
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred
- Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment with sustained focus, accuracy, and attention to detail
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and lead by example
- Strong verbal communication skills with the ability to clearly convey instructions, expectations, and information
- Proficient in general computer applications and ERP systems
- Strong leadership and organizational skills to prioritize multiple tasks
- Forklift and/or walk-behind motorized lift
- Physical ability to meet the demands of the role, including standing and walking for extended periods, frequent use of hands and arms, and the ability to lift, push, or pull up to 40 pounds in compliance with OSHA guidelines
- Ability to comply with all safety, GMP, and company policies and procedures
Benefits
- Health: Medical, dental and vision insurance, Company-paid life, accident and long-term disability insurance, flexible spending accounts
- Wealth: Competitive pay, annual bonus opportunity, matching 401(k) with immediate vesting upon enrollment, generous employee referral program
- Professional Growth: Online training courses, virtual and classroom development experiences, education assistance program
- Work-Life Balance: Paid-time off, parental leave, flexible work schedules (subject to your location and role)
- Team Building: Employee engagement and recognition programs, wellness, philanthropic and DE&I initiatives, Company-sponsored celebrations, and team-building events
About the Role
Gellert Global Group consists of many of the leading North American food importing companies (Atalanta Corporation, Camerican International, Finica, GGG Manufacturing) and has been importing food products for over 100 years. The combined revenues of GGG exceed $1.7 billion. GGG companies provide strength in sourcing, insurance, finance, logistics, food safety, and information technology, and supply the needs of retailers, distributors, food service chains, hotels, cruise lines, and food manufacturers alike.
Qualifications
High School Diploma or equivalent required; additional education preferred
Requirements
7+ years of manufacturing or food production experience preferred
Skills
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred
- Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment with sustained focus, accuracy, and attention to detail
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and lead by example
- Strong verbal communication skills with the ability to clearly convey instructions, expectations, and information
- Proficient in general computer applications and ERP systems
- Strong leadership and organizational skills to prioritize multiple tasks
- Forklift and/or walk-behind motorized lift
- Physical ability to meet the demands of the role, including standing and walking for extended periods, frequent use of hands and arms, and the ability to lift, push, or pull up to 40 pounds in compliance with OSHA guidelines
- Ability to comply with all safety, GMP, and company policies and procedures
Pay
Competitive pay, annual bonus opportunity, matching 401(k) with immediate vesting upon enrollment
Schedule
Paid-time off, parental leave, flexible work schedules (subject to your location and role)