Production Supervisor - Evening Shift

Nestle Operational Services Worldwide SA•Sudbury, MA

3d•$94,000 - $104,000•Onsite

About The Position

At Nestlé Health Science, we believe that nutrition, science, and wellness must merge, not collide. Here, we embrace the intrinsic connections of these three pillars, harnessing their collective strength to empower healthier lives. Our broad product portfolio includes renowned brands like Garden of Life®, Nature's Bounty®, Vital Proteins®, Orgain®, Nuun®, BOOST®, Carnation Breakfast Essentials®, Peptamen®, Compleat Organic Blends®, and more. We also have extensive pharmaceutical expertise, offering innovative medicines that aim to prevent, manage, and treat gastrointestinal and metabolic-related diseases. At Nestlé Health Science, we bring our best for better lives. Our people are challenged to bring fresh, diverse views and make bold moves to empower healthier lives through nutrition. We know brilliant ideas can come from anyone, anywhere. Here we embrace the entrepreneurial spirit and collaborate with teams that champion focused and forward thinking. We are committed to fostering professional growth and celebrating the achievements of our people along the way. We offer dynamic career paths, robust development, opportunities to learn from talented colleagues around the globe, and benefits that support physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing. Join us to innovate for impact and reimagine the future of health and nutrition for patients and consumers. Position Summary: We are seeking a hands-on and collaborative Production Supervisor to lead daily manufacturing operations at our Sudbury, MA facility. In this role, you will be responsible for supervising production staff, coordinating workflow, and ensuring products are manufactured safely, efficiently, and in accordance with quality standards. Experience in the food, nutritional, or dietary supplement industry is highly desirable. Success in this position requires strong leadership skills, a team-first mindset, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Reporting to the Sr. Production Manager, the Production Supervisor plays a key role in fostering a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement. This position also serves as a backup to the Sr. Production Manager, providing additional leadership support and operational oversight when needed. If you enjoy developing people, improving processes, and making a direct impact on production performance, we'd love to hear from you.

Requirements

High school diploma required; Associate degree preferred.
Minimum of 1–3 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
Prior experience in a food manufacturing environment is required.
Strong understanding of quality, food safety, and workplace safety standards.
Basic knowledge of warehouse operations, inventory management, and material flow processes.
Highly organized with the ability to effectively prioritize tasks, manage multiple responsibilities, and work independently in a fast-paced environment.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across all levels of the organization.
Ability to lift and move 15–20 pound boxes on a regular basis.
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the shift.
Flexibility to work varied schedules, including occasional weekends, as business needs require.
Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
Bilingual proficiency in English and Vietnamese is required to effectively support and communicate with a diverse production workforce.

Nice To Haves

Experience in the food, nutritional, or dietary supplement industry is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Oversee and ensure the accurate and timely completion of batch production records.
Supervise production employees, ensuring all assigned tasks are completed effectively and staffing positions are appropriately covered.
Proactively identify and communicate equipment, material, or production issues to management.
Maintain a safe, clean, and compliant work environment by educating and guiding employees on the proper use of equipment, resources, and established control procedures.
Support compliance with company policies, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.
Address employee concerns and performance issues by gathering information, investigating root causes, and implementing appropriate solutions.
Contribute to the development, review, and continuous improvement of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and ensure team members are properly trained and consistently following them.
Ensure manufacturing and packaging operations comply with all food safety, quality, and current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP) requirements, as well as HACCP, NSF, and SQF standards.
Maintain expertise in GMP requirements and ensure all production personnel adhere to established processes and procedures.
Foster a collaborative, productive, and team-oriented work environment while supporting departmental goals and objectives.
Assist with special projects and perform other duties as assigned.