Production Supervisor (Cheese Packaging)

Leprino Foods Company • Lemoore, CA

11d • $90,000 - $102,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Within our 1000-person manufacturing facility in Lemoore, Leprino is seeking a Production Supervisor (Cheese Block Packaging) to move our organization to even larger levels of cheese and dairy ingredient growth! At Leprino, starting compensation for this role typically ranges between $90,000 and $102,000. This position has an annual target bonus of 10%.

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree in Food Science, Dairy Technology, or a related field — or equivalent work experience.
• 5+ years of experience in food manufacturing, with at least 1 year of experience leading, mentoring, or delegating work to others.
• Working knowledge of processing or packaging systems, including equipment operations and troubleshooting.
• Strong computer proficiency and the ability to learn systems such as SAP or other manufacturing software.
• Able to work weekends, swing, and overnight shifts.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in dairy or cheese manufacturing, particularly in packaging or processing operations.
• Prior supervisory experience in a production or manufacturing setting.
• Technical understanding of packaging systems and mechanical aptitude for diagnosing operational issues.
• Familiarity with HACCP, GMPs, and sanitation practices that ensure food safety excellence!

Responsibilities

• Lead and support a team of hourly employees in our Cheese Block Packaging Department, ensuring consistent product quality, team safety, and efficient production each shift!
• Plan and schedule daily staffing to meet production goals while maintaining a safe, collaborative work environment.
• Guide, mentor, and develop team members through coaching, feedback, and ongoing technical and safety training.
• Build a culture of trust and teamwork by communicating clearly and recognizing performance that makes a difference!
• Supervise daily shift operations to meet or exceed established standards for productivity, yield, and product quality.
• Partner with maintenance and quality teams to identify equipment needs and ensure timely repairs that keep production moving.
• Reinforce company policies consistently and fairly while encouraging accountability and engagement.
• Oversee quality systems and sanitation programs that meet all food safety expectations and regulatory requirements.
• Promote and lead safe work practices every day, ensuring employees have the tools and training they need to perform their jobs safely.
• Monitor financial and operational performance, recommending improvements that enhance efficiency and reduce waste.

Benefits

• Through competitive salaries and bonuses, life, medical/dental/vision coverage, voluntary benefits, employee assistance programs, wellness incentives, tuition assistance, vacation, ten paid holidays, sick time, paid parental leave, annual merit increases, as well as the LFC Profit-Sharing & 401(k) plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees