Production Supervisor - Overnight Shift - Bellwood, IL
About The Position
The Production Supervisor oversees hourly employees and executes production and logistics plans for the Mogul department. The role is responsible for overall department operations, including warehouse, labor relations, production, site security, quality, safety, and regulatory compliance. The supervisor works with cross-functional partners on continuous improvement initiatives and promotes a culture of quality and safety. This is an onsite overnight-shift position in Bellwood, Illinois. Hours are 4:00 p.m. to 4:15 a.m., on a schedule of two days on and two days off, with every other weekend (Saturday, Sunday, and Monday) off. Schedules may vary and are subject to change. In-person attendance and flexibility are essential to support production schedules, collaboration, real-time problem solving, and cross-functional initiatives. The role operates production lines under FDA, GMP, and HACCP/SQF guidelines; directs production and logistics activities; manages shift handoffs and communication; supports employee development and performance; and owns regulatory compliance and food safety processes, including sanitary conditions, allergen and pest control, employee safety policies, and MCRS sustainability standards. The supervisor also participates in daily food reviews and supports projects as needed.
Requirements
- Minimum 2 years of experience in a leadership role in manufacturing.
- Previous manufacturing experience, including experience managing complex continuous improvement initiatives.
- Experience working with SAP or a similar ERP system.
- Understanding of GMP principles.
- Process, packing, and mechanical experience.
- Experience managing people and ability to work with employees at all levels of the organization.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Effective time management abilities.
- Demonstrated ability to manage complexity.
- Ability to work independently and self-sufficiently, with a strong sense of urgency.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, operations, or a related field.
- Experience using RedZone.
- Knowledge of Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) pillars.
Responsibilities
- Supervise hourly production and warehouse employees in executing production and logistics plans.
- Participate in developing and implementing plans and policies to ensure compliance across areas of responsibility.
- Operate production lines in accordance with FDA guidelines, GMPs, and HACCP/SQF program guidelines.
- Direct and guide operators in production and logistics activities, including receiving, processing, mixing, cooking, packaging, and shipping.
- Manage shift changes and communication, daily production standards, and labor reconciliation.
- Develop employees to support compliance and achieve quality standards.
- Resolve problems and mitigate operational issues that negatively affect performance.
- Support Lean training as directed by the Operations Manager.
- Own regulatory compliance and food safety processes, including sanitation, allergen control, pest control, food safety policies, employee safety policies and procedures, and MCRS sustainability standards.
- Participate in daily food reviews.
- Participate in and execute relevant projects as needed.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits supporting health and financial wellness.
- Paid time off (PTO).
- Eligible employees may receive an annual bonus based on company performance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
