Production Supervisor

Puratos • Pennsauken, NJ

62d • $65,200 - $89,650

About The Position

As a Production Supervisor, you'll play a critical role in leading daily manufacturing operations. You'll be responsible for motivating and developing production staff, reinforcing policies and procedures, and ensuring safety, quality, and performance standards are consistently met. This role is a key part of the Operations team, focused on driving efficiency, maintaining facility conditions, and fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required
• Minimum 3 years of experience in manufacturing or production leadership
• Strong leadership and team development skills
• Experience with inventory control and ERP systems (SAP preferred)
• Familiarity with GMP, food manufacturing, and Lean Six Sigma principles
• Fluent in English; bilingual a Spanish a plus
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
• Effective communicator and collaborator across departments
• Flexible to work occasional weekends
• Physical Demands: Mix of desk work and active floor presence, including daily sitting, walking, standing, pushing/pulling, and lifting up to 25 lbs regularly; heavier lifting may occur infrequently and always with assistance.
• Environmental Conditions: Daily exposure to factory conditions including uneven ground, noise (hearing protection provided), temperature fluctuations, dust from ingredients, and active machinery; occasional work at heights or with biohazards may occur with proper PPE.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with inventory control and ERP systems (SAP preferred)
• Fluent in English; bilingual a Spanish a plus

Responsibilities

• Lead and coach production staff to maintain a safe, clean, and audit-ready environment
• Monitor team performance, provide feedback, and manage records for union employees
• Oversee daily production flow, troubleshoot issues, and drive efficiency and cost control
• Collaborate across departments (Quality, R&D, Warehouse, Maintenance) to ensure smooth operations
• Promote a strong safety culture through training, investigations, and preventive measures
• Report daily KPIs and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives (LEAN, 5S, visual management)
• Manage inventory using ERP systems, ensuring FIFO and material availability
• Uphold union contract terms and maintain positive labor relations

Benefits

• Medical coverage starts the first of the month-no waiting period
• Immediate 401(k) eligibility with fully vested matching contributions
• Over 5 weeks of paid time off in your first year
• Free life coaching, onsite health exams, and 24/7 access to Registered Nurses
• Lifestyle Spending Account

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Food Manufacturing
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees