Production Supervisor - 2nd Shift

Teasdale Foods•Hoopeston, IL

12d•Onsite

About The Position

The Production Supervisor oversees manufacturing processes at the production facility and leads production workers to ensure food products are produced efficiently, safely, and to quality standards and schedules. The position reports directly to the Production or Unit Manager. The supervisor manages staffing and daily production activities, monitors food safety and quality, coordinates with other departments, and reports production performance. The role also supports process improvements and maintains a safe working environment in a fast-paced food manufacturing operation.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Proven experience in food manufacturing or production operations, including at least 2 years in a supervisory or lead role.
Strong knowledge of food production processes, food safety regulations, and quality management systems.
Leadership and team management skills, including the ability to motivate and develop a diverse workforce.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for working with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders.
Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills, with a focus on continuous improvement and operational excellence.
Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles, 5S methodology, and other process-improvement tools.
Proficiency with MS Office Suite and production management software.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities and production demands.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Engineering, or a related field.
Food safety certification such as HACCP or SQF.
Production management experience.

Responsibilities

Supervise and lead production workers, including hiring, training, scheduling, and performance management.
Plan and coordinate production activities, resource allocation, equipment setup, and workflow to improve efficiency and reduce downtime.
Monitor production processes and quality-control measures for compliance with food safety regulations, GMP, and company standards.
Work with the Production or Unit Manager to develop production schedules, plans, and process improvements.
Inspect production areas, equipment, and facilities to identify maintenance needs, safety hazards, and quality issues, and take corrective action.
Train production workers on operating procedures, safety protocols, and quality standards.
Maintain production reports, inventory records, and quality-control documentation.
Implement and enforce safety protocols, including proper use of PPE and compliance with safety regulations.
Coordinate with maintenance, quality assurance, logistics, and other departments to resolve production issues.
Report productivity, yield, downtime, and quality metrics to the Production or Unit Manager.