Production Supervisor Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 6-12 months of experience in a lead, senior operator, or similar production role.
• Forklift and yard truck operation experience, or the ability to become certified.
• Working knowledge of production equipment, including extruders, balers, conveyors, pumps, pressure washers, and refrigeration systems.
• Ability to read schedules, prioritize tasks, and adjust to changing production demands.
• Understanding of food/feed safety, sanitation, quality standards, and cGMP requirements.
• Experience completing production records, reports, and compliance documentation.
• Proven leadership skills, including coaching, training, accountability, and conflict resolution.
• Ability to work independently, make sound decisions, and solve problems quickly.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Dependable attendance and consistent job performance.
• Flexibility to work overtime, weekends, holidays, and on-call assignments as needed.
• Commitment to ongoing learning, leadership growth, and process improvement.
• Must follow facility hygiene standards and all food safety regulations.
• Must remove all jewelry, watches, and visible piercings before entering production areas.

Responsibilities

• Follow and promote the company’s vision, mission, and values.
• Comply with all company policies, safety procedures, and food safety requirements.
• Be qualified to operate forklifts, yard trucks, and all production equipment.
• Operate equipment such as extruders, balers, conveyors, pumps, pressure washers, and refrigeration systems.
• Lead and coordinate shift operations, providing coverage for team roles as needed.
• Review production schedules and prioritize work to meet operational needs.
• Ensure loads are processed safely, accurately, and efficiently.
• Monitor equipment performance and identify maintenance needs.
• Verify load paperwork, production records, and shift documentation for accuracy.
• Train employees on procedures, safety requirements, and operational standards.
• Complete supervisor inspections, checklists, and cleaning documentation.
• Remain actively engaged on the production floor throughout the shift.
• Communicate effectively with employees, leadership, and incoming/outgoing shifts.
• Manage employee attendance, staffing needs, corrective actions, and scheduling communication.
• Perform duties of Shift Leads, Operators, and other production team members when required.
• Attend required meetings, training sessions, and development programs.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and leadership development opportunities.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the work shift.
• Ability to frequently bend, stoop, reach, kneel, climb stairs, and perform repetitive movements.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds occasionally and up to 25 pounds frequently, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to safely operate industrial equipment, including forklifts, yard spotters, and other material handling equipment after successful completion of required training and certification.
• Ability to work around moving machinery and equipment while maintaining awareness of surroundings and following all safety protocols.
• Ability to use hands and fingers for grasping, handling, and operating tools, controls, and computer equipment.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English to understand work instructions, safety procedures, production documentation, and team communications.
• Ability to visually inspect products, equipment, and work areas to identify quality, safety, and operational issues.
• Ability to hear and respond to verbal instructions, alarms, warning signals, and other workplace communications.
• Ability to work flexible schedules, including overtime, weekends, holidays, and shift coverage as needed to support business operations.

Benefits

• Competitive Wages + Safety Performance-Based Bonus Eligibility
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Free Telemedicine for Primary Care, Urgent Care, and Mental Health
• $25k Group Life & ADD + Voluntary Life for Self or Dependents
• Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability
• Critical Illness & Accident Insurances
• 401k with up to 4% Company Match
• Company Holidays & Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program
• Collaborative and Supportive Work Environment
• Employee Empowerment Program
• Flexible Working Arrangement