Production Supervisor

Teasdale Latin Foods•Hoopeston, IL

18d•$71,100 - $79,300•Onsite

About The Position

The Production Supervisor oversees manufacturing processes at the production facility and leads production workers to ensure efficient, safe production of high-quality food products in accordance with production schedules and quality standards. The role reports directly to the Production or Unit Manager and works with other departments to support smooth production operations.

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 to work effectively 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, or production management certification.

Responsibilities

Supervise and lead production workers, including hiring, training, scheduling, and performance management, to achieve production targets and quality objectives.
Plan and coordinate production activities, 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, 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 to identify maintenance needs, safety hazards, or quality issues, and take corrective action as needed.
Train workers on operating procedures, safety protocols, and quality standards.
Maintain production records, including reports, inventory levels, and quality control documentation, to track performance and identify improvement opportunities.
Implement and enforce safety procedures, including proper PPE use and compliance with safety regulations.
Coordinate with maintenance, quality assurance, logistics, and other departments to resolve production issues and support smooth operations.
Report production performance to the Production or Unit Manager, including productivity, yield, downtime, and quality metrics.