3rd Shift Manufacturing Packaging Supervisor

Balchem•Lincoln, NE

2d•Onsite

About The Position

At Balchem, we are committed to making the world a healthier place by delivering trusted, innovative, and science-based solutions to the nutrition, health, and food markets. Our Lincoln, Nebraska location specializes in the production and packaging of high-quality cereal with options that are organic, non-GMO, and gluten-free. Balchem employs over 1,400 people worldwide who are engaged in diverse activities, committed to developing the company into global market leadership positions. The 3rd Shift Packaging Supervisor provides leadership and operational oversight for packaging activities on 3rd shift. This role coordinates employees, equipment, materials, documentation, and priorities to support safe, compliant, efficient, and high-quality operations. The supervisor maintains active floor presence, develops operators, addresses issues as they arise, reinforces company expectations, and communicates effectively with management and support teams.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
Previous manufacturing leadership or supervisory experience required.
Experience leading packaging operations is strongly preferred.
Working knowledge of manufacturing processes and equipment, preferably in food, cereal, ingredient, or other regulated manufacturing.
Demonstrated ability to lead employees, set priorities, make sound decisions, communicate expectations, manage conflict, and maintain composure during operational disruptions.
Strong organization, time management, documentation, problem-solving, and written and verbal communication skills.
Excellent attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Ability to read and apply instructions, correspondence, Standard Operating Procedures, work instructions, safety requirements, and production documentation.
Computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office.
Dependable and trustworthy, with the ability to consistently work the assigned weekend-focused schedule.

Nice To Haves

Associate or bachelor's degree in operations, manufacturing, business, food science, engineering, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Two to three years of related manufacturing experience and/or training.
Experience with food safety programs, GMPs, HACCP, sanitation programs, lockout/tagout, and OSHA requirements.
Experience with process equipment, automated packaging equipment, and structured continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

Supervise, motivate, coach, monitor and evaluate the performance and responsibilities of leads and operators on their shift.
Provide clear direction, maintain active floor presence, and address performance, attendance, conduct, communication, and conflict concerns promptly and professionally.
Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with Balchem polices, procedures, and applicable laws, partnering with Human Resources and management as appropriate.
Train operators on various equipment and processes including: Good Manufacturing Practices; OSHA safety training, lockout/tagout procedures, and established safe work practices.
Monitor inventories, ingredient usage, production flow, and packaging priorities to support schedule attainment and responsible material use.
Ensure required paperwork and electronic records, including ADP timecards, are complete, accurate, timely, and compliant with Company standards.
Monitor product quality and process execution to ensure Company standards and approved procedures are consistently met.
Identify and communicate schedule deviations, downtime, staffing concerns, quality issues, safety events, and other potential risks to management and appropriate support functions.
Promote clean, sanitary, and orderly workplace by reinforcing housekeeping, equipment care, line cleanup, and assigned sanitation activities.
Perform other duties as assigned and adhere to all Balchem policies and procedures, including personnel, safety, equipment maintenance, and upkeep requirements.