Production Supervisor

Branding Iron Holdings•Sauget, IL

12d•$55,000 - $70,000•Onsite

About The Position

Branding Iron Holdings (BIH) produces beef and pork products and provides customized solutions to food service and retail industries. The company emphasizes internal talent development, long-term customer and employee relationships, and its core values of Respect, Integrity, and Stewardship. The Production Supervisor leads and coordinates daily operations across multiple departments in the production facility. The role oversees hourly team members and ensures safety, quality, and efficiency standards are met. The Supervisor monitors production schedules and inventory, adjusts staffing to maintain line performance, and identifies ways to improve processes, reduce waste, and increase productivity and profitability. The role may work first or second shift and requires flexible availability, including overtime and possible split shifts.

Requirements

At least 5 years of progressive experience in food manufacturing; meat manufacturing experience is preferred.
Strong knowledge of grinding and patty-making operations, production scheduling, materials handling, and shipping and receiving logistics.
Proficiency in multitasking, computer systems, and mathematics.
Flexible availability to support varied work schedules.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to learn product specifications and production processes quickly.
Strong prioritization and decision-making abilities.
Solid understanding of USDA, SQF, and OSHA regulations.
Ability to manage a diverse workforce fairly and consistently.
General knowledge of Human Resources and workplace safety practices.
Ability to identify and resolve departmental and personnel issues.

Nice To Haves

Meat manufacturing experience.
Experience with Formax equipment and grinders.

Responsibilities

Coordinate production department activities with business objectives and operational plans.
Assess administrative needs, allocate resources, and monitor performance for efficiency and return on investment.
Oversee daily production operations and ensure adherence to production schedules, quality standards, and safety protocols.
Collaborate with Human Resources, Supervisors, and Leads to support staffing and monitor team performance.
Recommend, test, and implement equipment to improve productivity and operational efficiency.
Maintain oversight of departments and personnel on-site during assigned shifts.
Document production data, including yields and new product performance, in the database.
Prepare and submit operational and performance reports.
Participate in the HACCP team to support food safety and quality compliance.
Serve on safety committees and contribute to improvements in workplace safety.
Coordinate with Sales, R&D, and Quality teams on product development, customer complaints, and product improvements.
Coordinate with Maintenance to ensure equipment readiness and minimize downtime.
Work with USDA inspectors to maintain compliance with federal regulations.
Participate in crisis management planning and response.
Lead regular production meetings to communicate updates and changes and foster team engagement.
Perform additional duties as assigned by management.
Serve as an active member of the HAZMAT Team.
Use the ROSS system for production scheduling and planning.