Production Supervisor

SUPHERB FARMS • Turlock, CA

1d • $75,500 - $98,500 • Onsite

About The Position

SupHerb Farms has provided fresh-from-the-garden flavor and innovative product formats for foodservice operators and food manufactures for over 30 years. We offer our clients on-trend specialty IQF vegetable and herbs, purees and clean-label culinary pastes that bring crave-ability to life on menus and in food products. Flavor isn’t just what we do, it’s who we are. The Production Supervisor is responsible for leading and coordinating daily production activities within an IQF herb processing facility. This role ensures production targets are achieved while maintaining the highest standards of employee safety, food safety, product quality, and operational efficiency. The Production Supervisor provides leadership to production personnel, monitors production performance, and promotes continuous improvement throughout the manufacturing process.

Requirements

• High school diploma required
• 3–5 years of food manufacturing experience, with at least 1–2 years in a supervisory role.
• Knowledge of GMP, HACCP, FDA, USDA, OSHA, Organic, and Kosher regulations.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work flexible shifts, including weekends and overtime as needed.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and production reporting systems is preferred, i.e., Microsoft Dymanics365, Redzone, etc.
• 2-5 years of food manufacturing experience (preferably in the IQF process).
• 2 years of Supervision experience.
• High School diploma or GED required.
• Authorized to work in the US, E-Verify participant, Social Security Trace, Drug Test, Criminal Background, Education and Employment verification.

Nice To Haves

• associate or bachelor’s degree in food science, manufacturing, or a related field preferred.
• Bilingual, Spanish & English.
• Leadership and team-building abilities.
• Time management and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement practices.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to food quality and safety.
• Ability to make decisions quickly in a fast-paced production environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily production activities to meet production schedules and customer requirements.
• Lead, coach, and motivate production employees to achieve productivity and quality goals.
• Ensure compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), HACCP, SQF, FDA, Organic, Kosher, and company food safety policies.
• Monitor Critical Control Points (CCPs) and maintain accurate production and quality documentation.
• Coordinate with Quality Assurance, Maintenance, Warehouse, and Procurement departments.
• Minimize downtime by working closely with maintenance on equipment issues and preventive maintenance.
• Optimize labor utilization and production efficiency while controlling waste and yield losses.
• Conduct employee training in workplace safety, food safety, sanitation, and equipment operation.
• Ensure sanitation procedures are completed according to company and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure allergen control procedures are strictly followed.
• Investigate production issues, document, and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Analyze production reports and recommend process improvements.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA safety regulations and promote a strong safety culture.
• Maintain traceability and lot control throughout production.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Manufacturing principles.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans along with several other voluntary supplemental coverages.
• Life insurance and Long-Term Disability plans at no cost to the employee.
• Structured PTO accrual program
• Paid company holidays
• CA Paid Sick time.
• Structured goal-oriented bonus plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED