Operations/Production Supervisor

Palmetto Gourmet Foods Inc• Saluda, SC, US, SC

3d•$60,000 - $75,000•Onsite

About The Position

Palmetto Gourmet Foods is seeking a results-driven Production Supervisor to lead manufacturing operations within our food production facility. This position is responsible for overseeing 1 to 2 production lines during a 12-hour shift, ensuring employee safety, product quality, operational efficiency, and achievement of key performance indicators (KPIs). The Production Supervisor will lead and develop a team of up to 30 employees while fostering a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and operational excellence. The ideal candidate possesses strong leadership skills, a passion for food manufacturing, and experience implementing Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
Minimum 3 to 5 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment.
Demonstrated success managing production teams and meeting operational goals.
Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, employee relations, and performance management.
Ability to analyze operational data and implement process improvements.
Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and manufacturing reporting systems.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Food Science, Operations Management, or a related technical field.
Six Sigma Green Belt, Black Belt, Lean Manufacturing Certification, or other continuous improvement credentials.
Experience in food manufacturing or consumer packaged goods (CPG) environments.
Knowledge of GMPs, HACCP, SQF, and other food safety programs.

Responsibilities

Supervise daily production activities for 1 to 2 manufacturing lines during assigned 12-hour shifts.
Ensure production schedules are executed safely, efficiently, and on time.
Monitor staffing levels and allocate resources to meet production demands.
Coordinate with Quality, Maintenance, Warehouse, and Production Planning teams to maximize throughput and minimize downtime.
Drive improvements in productivity, line performance, labor utilization, and waste reduction.
Promote and enforce all company safety policies, food safety requirements, and regulatory standards.
Conduct regular safety observations, audits, and incident investigations.
Lead safety meetings and ensure corrective actions are implemented promptly.
Foster a culture where employee safety is the highest priority.
Ensure products meet all customer specifications and quality standards.
Maintain compliance with GMPs, HACCP, SQF, FDA, USDA, and company food safety requirements as applicable.
Work closely with Quality Assurance personnel to address product and process concerns.
Lead corrective and preventive actions related to quality issues.
Monitor, report, and achieve key operational metrics, including: Safety performance, Product quality, Throughput, Labor efficiency, Yield and waste reduction, Downtime and OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness), Schedule attainment.
Analyze production data and implement action plans to improve performance and achieve plant objectives.
Directly supervise, coach, and develop up to 30 production employees.
Conduct performance evaluations and provide ongoing feedback.
Support employee training and cross-training initiatives.
Promote employee engagement, accountability, and teamwork.
Address attendance, performance, and disciplinary matters in accordance with company policies.
Lead Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.
Utilize Six Sigma, Lean, Kaizen, and Root Cause Analysis tools to improve plant performance.
Identify opportunities to reduce costs, improve efficiency, and eliminate waste.
Participate in process improvement projects and capital improvement initiatives.

Benefits

Medical insurance, including 100% company-paid medical plan options
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Company-paid life insurance
Short-Term Disability (STD) insurance
Long-Term Disability (LTD) insurance
401(k) retirement plan with up to a 4% company match
80 hours of Paid Time Off (PTO) annually
Paid holidays
Employee assistance programs (EAP)
Professional development and training opportunities
Career advancement opportunities within a growing food manufacturing organization