Production Supervisor - 3rd Shift

Michigan Milk Producers Assoc • Canton, OH

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About The Position

The Production Supervisor leads and develops a team of production employees while ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant facility operations. The role plans and assigns work, manages shift resources, drives continuous improvement, and ensures production, quality, food safety, and safety objectives are achieved. The supervisor leads day-to-day production, coordinates staffing and operational priorities, communicates across shifts and departments, and supports employee development and plant performance. The position requires active involvement throughout the manufacturing facility and may include climbing, balancing, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching overhead, and occasionally lifting or moving up to 50 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified individuals with disabilities. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States and undergo a drug screening and background check as part of the hiring process.

Requirements

• Strong leadership experience managing teams in a production environment.
• Excellent communication, coaching, and employee development skills.
• Strong planning, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Analytical mindset and ability to make sound operational decisions.
• Ability to lead through change and drive continuous improvement.
• Self-directed, resourceful, and collaborative leadership style.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and manufacturing systems.
• Commitment to safety, food quality, and operational excellence.
• Strong communication and listening skills.
• Ability to perform the physical activities described for the role, with reasonable accommodations where applicable.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree; equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.
• At least 3 years of supervisory experience in manufacturing, food production, dairy processing, or a related industry.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily production operations to meet safety, quality, productivity, and customer requirements.
• Plan and organize personnel, materials, equipment, and production schedules to maximize efficiency.
• Coach, develop, and hold employees accountable to performance expectations and plant standards.
• Ensure effective shift-to-shift communication and smooth operational transitions.
• Promote and maintain compliance with food safety, SQF, FSMA, GMP, and workplace safety programs.
• Monitor production processes and identify opportunities for continuous improvement and cost reduction.
• Coordinate staffing, workflow adjustments, and operational priorities to meet business demands.
• Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, engagement, and professional growth.
• Collaborate with cross-functional departments to resolve issues and improve overall plant performance.
• Maintain regulatory compliance and uphold company policies and procedures.
• Provide hands-on leadership to support operational success while developing future talent.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Health and wellness benefits with medical coverage through Blue Cross Blue Shield, including mental health benefits
• Disability insurance
• Paid time off
• Employer-matched 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Personal and professional growth opportunities
• Employee appreciation events and recognition awards
• Employee wellness initiatives
• Employee feedback and suggestion forums

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed