Production Supervisor - 2nd Shift

Teasdale Foods•Carrollton, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Production Supervisor oversees manufacturing processes at a food production facility and leads production workers to ensure efficient, safe production of high-quality food products in line with production schedules and quality standards. The role is based in Carrollton, Texas, and works from 2 PM to 11 PM. It reports directly to the Production or Unit Manager. The supervisor coordinates production activities, monitors food safety and quality, supports process improvements, maintains production records, and works with other departments to keep operations running smoothly. The role also leads and develops the production team while enforcing safety procedures and providing performance updates to the Production or Unit Manager.

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.
Problem-solving and decision-making abilities, 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, and production management certification.

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, including 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, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and company standards.
Collaborate with the Production or Unit Manager on production schedules, plans, and process improvements to meet customer demand and production goals.
Inspect production areas, equipment, and facilities for maintenance needs, safety hazards, and quality issues, and take corrective action as needed.
Train production workers on operating procedures, safety protocols, and quality standards.
Maintain production records, including reports, inventory levels, and quality control documentation, and use performance metrics to identify improvement opportunities.
Implement and enforce safety procedures, including proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and compliance with safety regulations.
Coordinate with maintenance, quality assurance, logistics, and other departments to resolve production-related issues and support smooth operations.
Report production performance to the Production or Unit Manager, including productivity, yield, downtime, and quality metrics.