Operations Supervisor - Packaging (2nd Shift)

Suja Life•Oceanside, CA

3d•$22 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

The Operations Supervisor leads High-Pressure Processing (HPP) operations to meet production goals while upholding food safety, employee performance, and operational standards. The role supervises and develops a team, coordinates daily production, maintains equipment and inventory, and ensures compliance with standard operating procedures, HPP process plans, and applicable safety and regulatory requirements. It also includes employee scheduling, attendance and disciplinary records, timecard and payroll-related tasks, KPI tracking, and operational reporting. The listed second-shift schedule is 1:00 PM–9:30 PM, Tuesday through Saturday, with a two-week Monday–Friday training schedule before transition to the assigned schedule. Open scheduling availability is required, including availability to work a sixth day. Schedules are limited and are offered according to business needs and staffing availability. Mandatory overtime may include shifts of up to 12 hours, weekends, and holidays as needed. The work takes place in freezer and refrigerated environments and involves use of forklifts and pallet jacks. Physical demands include extended sitting or standing, light computer use, and lifting or carrying up to 50 pounds.

Requirements

At least 2 years of supervisory experience in a food, beverage, or manufacturing environment.
At least 5 years of manufacturing experience.
Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Flexibility to work in a fast-paced, dynamic production environment.
Open scheduling availability, with a focus on Sunday–Thursday, and flexibility to work a sixth day if required.
Comfort working mandatory overtime of up to 12-hour shifts, including weekends and holidays as needed.
Ability to communicate, read, listen to, and understand English.
Ability to work under time constraints and prioritize work to meet commitments and deadlines.
Ability to work cross-functionally with other departments.
Ability to troubleshoot production issues and make timely decisions.
Attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high product quality.
Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions related to safety, equipment operation, and daily work assignments.
Regular and reliable attendance.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in HPP operations.
Proficiency in basic computer tasks, including email, Excel, and workforce software; UKG preferred.
Strong understanding of production processes, quality control, and safety protocols.
Knowledge of regulatory and compliance standards for food and beverage manufacturing.
Bilingual English/Spanish.

Responsibilities

Supervise and lead HPP workers by providing guidance, training, performance feedback, and disciplinary conversations.
Plan, coordinate, and monitor daily production activities to meet targets and deadlines.
Collaborate with quality control, maintenance, logistics, and other cross-functional teams to support smooth production operations.
Implement and enforce standard operating procedures for juice manufacturing processes.
Monitor equipment functionality and initiate maintenance or repairs as needed.
Manage inventory of raw materials and packaging supplies to support uninterrupted production.
Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and promote safety awareness.
Track and ensure KPI goals are met within HPP operations.
Maintain accurate employee attendance, schedule, and disciplinary point records.
Lead daily pre-shift meetings covering production plans, safety concerns, and updates.
Ensure compliance with the HPP process plan and company and regulatory product-handling standards.
Oversee employee scheduling for seven-day coverage and align staffing with production needs.
Complete timecard management and payroll-related tasks.
Address employee performance issues professionally, documenting and escalating them as needed.
Use UKG for scheduling, timekeeping, and internal communication.
Generate and maintain Excel reports and communicate through email.
Follow verbal and written instructions related to safety, equipment operation, and daily work assignments.