Operations Supervisor Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Management, Science, or related field preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of combined related experience preferred (food processing/packaging experience preferred).
• Prior supervisory experience required.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing systems and processes.
• Strong knowledge of continuous improvement tools and techniques.
• Provides technical expertise and has experience with all processes.
• Organizing and planning; drive for results; action oriented; builds effective teams; conflict management; problem solving; timely decision making; clear communication; composure; approachability; command skills; business acumen; functional/technical skills.
• Ability to build relationships and inspire others.
• Mobility to take on broader assignments for development opportunities.

Nice To Haves

• food processing/packaging experience

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day leadership for manufacturing operations to achieve safety, food safety, quality, service, productivity, efficiency, cost, and OEE targets.
• Develop and coach operations employees to meet/exceed performance expectations and company standards for personal safety, productivity, quality, food safety, sanitation, environmental and regulatory compliance, and SQF.
• Manage, prioritize, and coordinate finished product, packaging, raw materials, and WIP inventory to meet production needs, quality standards, and cost constraints; coordinate work activities and production scheduling to meet demand.
• Strengthen team communication and accountability—serve as a resource for employees and help address personnel and production problems.
• Maintain operations facilities, equipment, and systems in functional, sanitary, and safe condition while meeting regulatory requirements.
• Perform safety, GMP, and pre-operational audits and ensure safety guidelines are understood, incidents reported, deficiencies addressed, and emergencies handled correctly.
• Lead continuous improvement efforts focused on yield, OEE, engagement, safety, and quality—improving processing and packaging efficiencies.
• Implement new operating procedures; recommend and implement equipment changes; influence product/process/material changes.
• Help develop and execute training programs; support team member development (including leadership development and outside education) and communicate training status.
• Ensure smooth shift-to-shift performance through effective communication and shift transfer meetings.
• Serve as stand-in for the Operations Manager during absences/vacations; mentor other supervisors and team leads.
• Where applicable, honor and respect the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) to support prompt, peaceful resolution of workplace differences.
• All other duties as required.