2nd Shift Production Supervisor up to $100,000/year
About The Position
At R.M. Palmer Company, our mission is clear: Driving innovation that celebrates life’s special moments by focusing on value and integrity while making candy fun in everything we do. We take pride in blending creativity and tradition to deliver products that spark joy, bring smiles, and create lasting memories, one chocolate at a time. Join a team where your work makes life a little sweeter every day! When you join our team, you’re not just starting a job, you’re building a career with a company that values its people. We believe in rewarding hard work, supporting work-life balance, and helping our employees grow. The Production Supervisor will oversee the daily operations of the production floor, ensuring efficient manufacturing processes, adherence to safety and quality standards, and effective team leadership. This role will focus on optimizing production output, troubleshooting issues, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
Requirements
- High School Diploma/GED with 3–5 years of supervisory experience in food manufacturing, or a Bachelor’s Degree in lieu of experience
- Experience managing multiple priorities while fostering a culture of accountability and execution
- Strong leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
- Knowledge of manufacturing best practices, safety, and quality control
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office
Nice To Haves
- Basic mechanical troubleshooting skills a plus
Responsibilities
- Oversee production output, ensuring efficiency and quality standards.
- Supervise daily shift activities, enforcing safety and operating procedures.
- Identify and implement process improvements with the Shift Superintendent.
- Lead shift meetings to communicate goals, safety updates, and challenges.
- Assist with equipment troubleshooting and maintenance coordination.
- Manage inventory levels to ensure continuous production flow.
- Train, mentor, and cross-train employees for skill development.
- Conduct root cause analysis to resolve production issues.
- Complete production reports and documentation accurately.
- Collaborate with maintenance to minimize downtime.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to boost productivity and reduce waste.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision – coverage starts 1st of month after hire
- Life & Disability – employer-paid protection
- 3 Weeks Vacation to start
- 401(k) – company match plus additional contributions for your future
- Overtime incentives to earn more for extra work
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
