Production Supervisor (Afternoon Shift - 2233)
About The Position
The Manufacturing Production Supervisor is responsible for leading safe, compliant, and efficient production operations while fostering a high-performance culture across the shift. This role ensures that products are manufactured in accordance with safety, food safety, quality, delivery, and cost expectations by effectively coordinating people, materials, equipment, and processes. The Manufacturing Production Supervisor is expected to achieve production targets, develop frontline talent, drive engagement, eliminate operational losses through problem-solving, and collaborate cross-functionally to support organizational goals. Success in this role is demonstrated through strong safety performance, operational excellence, employee development, continuous improvement, and sustainable business results.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Food Science, Business Operations, Manufacturing Management, or a related field; equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
- Minimum 5 years of manufacturing experience with demonstrated knowledge of production operations.
- Strong understanding of Health & Safety, GMP, Food Safety, Quality Systems, and regulatory compliance requirements.
- Experience leading teams in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
- Experience working with ERP systems and production reporting tools.
Nice To Haves
- Experience within the food manufacturing industry.
- Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Continuous Improvement, or 5S experience.
- Experience with workforce planning, labor management, and performance coaching.
Responsibilities
- Lead a production team of hourly employees across one or multiple production lines while promoting Riverside's values and operating principles.
- Ensure compliance with Health & Safety, Environmental, GMP, Food Safety, Quality, and regulatory requirements.
- Plan and execute daily production activities to achieve production schedules, labor standards, and operational targets.
- Optimize the utilization of labor, equipment, and materials to maximize efficiency and minimize waste.
- Lead, coach, train, and develop employees to build capability and strengthen bench strength within the operation.
- Conduct regular one-on-one meetings with team members to identify development opportunities and create action plans for success.
- Drive employee engagement through effective communication, coaching, recognition, and team involvement.
- Collaborate with Quality, Maintenance, Engineering, Supply Chain, Warehouse, R&D, and People & Values teams to achieve business objectives.
- Lead root cause investigations and corrective actions to eliminate recurring operational, quality, and safety issues.
- Manage labor requirements including staffing, scheduling, agency labor coordination, attendance management, and vacation approvals.
- Review and approve employee timekeeping records within ADP and ensure payroll accuracy.
- Support employee relations processes, coaching discussions, investigations, and performance management activities.
- Promote continuous improvement through Lean Manufacturing, 5S, problem-solving, waste reduction, and process optimization initiatives.
- Conduct safety observations, risk assessments, incident investigations, and corrective action follow-up activities.
- Ensure effective shift communication and handovers to maintain operational continuity.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- RRSP matching or 401k matching for an empowered financial journey
- Eligibility to participate in Riverside's Profit Sharing Plan
- Join Employee-Led Resource Groups (ERGs) championing mental health, sustainability, diversity, women, and LGBTQ+ rights
- Develop your career further through our Riverside University program and with our Tuition Reimbursement Program
- An open concept work environment that embodies our Values
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
