Production Supervisor

B and D Foods•Boise, ID

13d

About The Position

B&D Foods is seeking an experienced Production Group Supervisor to lead first-shift production operations in a hands-on role. The supervisor oversees daily production activities, coaches employees, and coordinates with Maintenance, Supply Chain, and other operational leaders to meet production goals. The role supports employee safety, product quality, equipment reliability, sanitation, and cost control, while promoting accountability, teamwork, respectful communication, and continuous improvement. The supervisor ensures compliance with company policies, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), HACCP, and applicable USDA requirements. The posted schedule is first shift, 5:00 a.m.–2:30 p.m., with flexibility required to support second shift, 2:30 p.m.–12:30 a.m., variable hours, and weekends as operational needs require. The position operates in a 24/7 production environment.

Requirements

At least five years of experience in food processing or manufacturing.
At least two years of supervisory or team-leadership experience.
Working knowledge of food-manufacturing processes, GMPs, food-safety requirements, and production technology.
Demonstrated ability to lead, coach, develop, and achieve results through others.
Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to work effectively across varied backgrounds and experience levels.
Sound judgment and strong organizational, troubleshooting, decision-making, and conflict-resolution skills.
Ability to remain composed under pressure, manage competing priorities, and follow through on commitments.
Dependable, self-motivated approach and ability to work independently.
Availability to work the posted first-shift schedule and provide additional coverage as operational needs require.

Responsibilities

Provide daily direction and hands-on supervision to assigned production employees.
Set clear performance expectations and hold employees accountable for safety, quality, sanitation, reliability, and productivity.
Train, coach, and develop employees’ job knowledge, technical skills, and independent problem-solving.
Address performance concerns and workplace conflicts promptly and professionally, and foster a respectful workplace.
Develop a thorough understanding of production processes and equipment.
Troubleshoot production and equipment issues in partnership with Maintenance to minimize downtime.
Respond to production disruptions urgently while maintaining a safe, organized approach.
Communicate staffing, production, quality, safety, and equipment concerns promptly to appropriate teams.
Coordinate with the Production Department Manager and Supply Chain Manager to develop production schedules supporting quality, efficiency, and cost-control goals.
Lead improvements to reduce waste, strengthen equipment reliability, and improve production results.
Ensure employees follow company policies, operating procedures, food-safety requirements, and finished-product specifications.
Maintain lot tracking, traceability, and adherence to established production procedures.
Monitor sanitation activities and cleaning results for completion according to established procedures and applicable USDA requirements.
Reinforce consistent standards and follow through on corrective actions.
Review and approve departmental payroll accurately and on time.
Adjust priorities as staffing, equipment, and production needs change.
Provide coverage for other Production Group Supervisors as needed.
Support flexible hours and weekend coverage within a 24/7 production environment.
Perform other duties as assigned.