Processing Shift Supervisor

Nutrition 101, LLC•Pendleton, IN

20d•Onsite

About The Position

The Processing Shift Supervisor at 101 is responsible for overseeing production operations during assigned shift. This role ensures that work is performed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with Quality standards. The Shift Supervisor leads production staff, manages workflow, resolves issues in real time, and acts as the key point of contact for shift performance.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Minimum 6–12 months of successful experience in a Lead or advanced Operator role within a manufacturing or processing environment.
Demonstrated proficiency and certification (or ability to obtain) in forklift operation, yard truck/yard dog operation, and safe operation of plant processing equipment.
Strong operational knowledge of extruders, balers, conveyors, pumps, pressure washers, and refrigeration systems.
Proven ability to read production schedules, prioritize tasks, and adjust workflow to meet shifting operational demands.
Strong understanding of food/feed safety requirements, sanitation standards, and quality control expectations.
Experience in completing and reviewing production records, count sheets, shift reports, and compliance documentation.
Demonstrated leadership capabilities, including coaching, training, accountability, and conflict resolution.
Ability to work with little supervision, make fast and effective decisions, and resolve issues in real time.
Strong communication skills with the ability to lead shift meetings, document shift activity, and collaborate across shifts and departments.
Reliable attendance and consistent performance.
Ability to work scheduled shifts as well as overtime, weekends, holidays, and on-call rotation as required.
Commitment to continuous improvement and willingness to participate in leadership and industry development training.
No jewelry, watches, or visible piercings (including facial or tongue piercings) are permitted inside the production area in accordance with federal food safety regulations (21 CFR 117.10)
Employees must be able to remove all jewelry and piercings prior to reporting to work in processing zones.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, climb ladders and stairs, kneel, stoop, and reach for extended periods throughout shift.
Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry materials and equipment up to 50–75 lbs regularly.
Ability to operate forklifts, pallet jacks, yard trucks, and processing equipment safely.
Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination to operate machinery and handle tools/materials.
Ability to work in a production environment with variable temperatures, high noise levels, moisture, dust, odors, and industrial equipment.
Ability to work in confined spaces and elevated platforms when required (with proper safety training).
Visual acuity to monitor equipment, read gauges and paperwork, and inspect finished product quality.
Hearing ability sufficient to communicate clearly in a noisy plant environment and to recognize alarms, signals, and equipment issues.
Ability to wear required PPE including steel-toe boots, high-visibility vest, safety glasses, gloves, hearing protection, and respiratory protection as needed.
Ability to work rotating or fixed shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays based on operational needs.

Responsibilities

Understand, uphold, and communicate regularly the Company’s vision, mission and core values.
Maintain strict adherence to all Company policies, processes and procedures in accordance with the Employee Manual, the Safety Manual, and The Animal Food Safety Plan.
Has served as a Shift Leader for at least 3 months and is certified and competent in Fork Truck operations, Yard Dawg, and in the safe operation of all 101 Equipment.
Certified/able to operate extruder, baler, conveyor, pressure washer, pumps, and refrigeration.
Supervise and organize the entire shift; able to step in for any role under - Shift Lead, Shift Operator, Processing Shift Associate.
Review load scheduling and understand scheduling priorities.
Process loads completely and efficiently.
Know how to operate all equipment efficiently and understand when it needs maintenance.
Confirm documentation and math totals are correct for every load on shift; confirm all paperwork is correct for shift.
Train crew: be knowledgeable on latest procedures and confirm self and crew understands them.
Complete daily supervisor checklist & cleaning checklists.
Constant motion.
Communicate with team, off-going/on-coming shifts, and leadership.
Manage employees (confirm staffing, write-ups, attendance issues). Communicate days off.
Able to perform all duties of Shift Leads, Operators, and New Employees.
Attend all Company meetings and trainings as directed by management.
Pursue and recommend industry and leadership development training programs for review.
Must comply with all Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs_ and facility hygiene standards.