Production Supervisor - 2nd Shift

Teasdale Latin Foods•Hoopeston, IL

1d•$71,100 - $79,300•Onsite

About The Position

The Production Supervisor oversees manufacturing processes at Teasdale Latin Foods’ production facility in Hoopeston, Illinois. Reporting directly to the Production or Unit Manager, this role leads production workers to ensure food products are made efficiently and safely, meet quality standards, and are completed according to production schedules. The position is for the 2nd shift and has a stated salary range of $71,100–$79,300. The supervisor leads staffing and workforce development, coordinates production activities and resources, monitors food safety and quality, and works with other departments to keep operations running smoothly. The role also maintains production documentation, addresses safety and maintenance concerns, reports performance metrics to management, and supports continuous improvement.

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 to work effectively 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, to meet production targets and quality objectives.
Plan and coordinate production activities, resource allocation, equipment setup, and workflow optimization to maximize efficiency and minimize downtime.
Monitor production processes and quality controls for compliance with food safety regulations, GMP, and company standards.
Collaborate with the Production or Unit Manager to develop and implement production schedules, plans, and process improvements.
Inspect production areas, equipment, and facilities for maintenance needs, safety hazards, and quality issues, and take corrective action as needed.
Train production workers in operating procedures, safety protocols, and quality standards.
Maintain production records, reports, inventory levels, and quality-control documentation to track performance and identify improvements.
Implement and enforce safety protocols, including proper PPE use and compliance with safety regulations.
Coordinate with maintenance, quality assurance, logistics, and other departments to address production issues.
Report production performance to the Production or Unit Manager, including productivity, yield, downtime, and quality metrics.