3rd Shift Manufacturing Packaging Supervisor

Job Description

Job Description

COMPANY OVERVIEW:

At Balchem we are committed to making the world a healthier place by delivering trusted, innovative, and science-based solutions to the nutrition, health, and food markets. Our Lincoln, Nebraska location specializes in the production and packaging of high-quality cereal with options that are organic, non-GMO, and gluten-free. Our corporate headquarters is located in Montvale, New Jersey and we have a broad network of sales offices, manufacturing sites, and R&D centers, primarily located in the US and Europe. Founded in 1967, Balchem is a publicly traded company (NASDAQ – “BCPC”) with annual revenues over $900 million and a market cap exceeding $4.0 billion. The company consists of three business segments: Human Nutrition & Health; Animal Nutrition & Health; and Specialty Products. Balchem employs over 1,400 people worldwide who are engaged in diverse activities, committed to developing the company into global market leadership positions. To learn more about our dynamic, stable and growing company, visit

POSITION SUMMARY :

The 3rd Shift Packaging Supervisor provides leadership and operational oversight for packaging activities on 3rd shift. This role coordinates employees, equipment, materials, documentation, and priorities to support safe, compliant, efficient, and high-quality operations. The supervisor maintains active floor presence, develops operators, addresses issues as they arise, reinforces company expectations, and communicates effectively with management and support teams.

SCHEDULE EXPECTATIONS:

• This position is assigned to 3rd shift (11p-7a) Monday -Friday and occasionally weekend coverage.
• Flexibility is required to support daytime training or meetings, shift handoffs, production needs, emergencies, and occasional schedule adjustments or coverage on other shifts.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Supervise, motivate, coach, monitor and evaluate the performance and responsibilities of leads and operators on their shift.
• Provide clear direction, maintain active floor presence, and address performance, attendance, conduct, communication, and conflict concerns promptly and professionally.
• Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with Balchem polices, procedures, and applicable laws, partnering with Human Resources and management as appropriate.
• Train operators on various equipment and processes including: Good Manufacturing Practices; OSHA safety training, lockout/tagout procedures, and established safe work practices.
• Monitor inventories, ingredient usage, production flow, and packaging priorities to support schedule attainment and responsible material use.
• Ensure required paperwork and electronic records, including ADP timecards, are complete, accurate, timely, and compliant with Company standards.
• Monitor product quality and process execution to ensure Company standards and approved procedures are consistently met.
• Identify and communicate schedule deviations, downtime, staffing concerns, quality issues, safety events, and other potential risks to management and appropriate support functions.
• Promote clean, sanitary, and orderly workplace by reinforcing housekeeping, equipment care, line cleanup, and assigned sanitation activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned and adhere to all Balchem policies and procedures, including personnel, safety, equipment maintenance, and upkeep requirements.

REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Previous manufacturing leadership or supervisory experience required. Experience leading packaging operations is strongly preferred.
• Working knowledge of manufacturing processes and equipment, preferably in food, cereal, ingredient, or other regulated manufacturing.
• Demonstrated ability to lead employees, set priorities, make sound decisions, communicate expectations, manage conflict, and maintain composure during operational disruptions.
• Strong organization, time management, documentation, problem-solving, and written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to read and apply instructions, correspondence, Standard Operating Procedures, work instructions, safety requirements, and production documentation.
• Computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office.
• Dependable and trustworthy, with the ability to consistently work the assigned weekend-focused schedule.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associate or bachelor's degree in operations, manufacturing, business, food science, engineering, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Two to three years of related manufacturing experience and/or training.
• Experience with food safety programs, GMPs, HACCP, sanitation programs, lockout/tagout, and OSHA requirements.
• Experience with process equipment, automated packaging equipment, and structured continuous improvement.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Continually required to stand, walk, use hands to handle or feel objects, communicate, and use visual and hearing abilities.
• Regularly required to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl while following proper ergonomic and safe work practices.
• May periodically lift up to 50 pounds and may assist with heavier items using proper lifting techniques, team lifting, and available equipment.
• Must wear required personal protective equipment and comply with all plant safety, hygiene, and food safety requirements.
• May be exposed to moving mechanical parts, noise, vibration, airborne particles, chemicals, temperature variation, wet or humid conditions, and elevated or confided work areas, depending on the task and location.
• Must be able to distinguish color when required for safe operation, product identification, quality checks, or documentation.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Medical/Dental/Vision Plan Insurance after 1st month
• 401(k) with 6% employer match after 60 days
• Paid Time Off
• Uniforms and safety shoes provided
• Tuition Reimbursement after 2 years (work-related)
• Free Cereal

Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for the job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Balchem is committed to a workplace culture that values and promotes diversity, inclusion, equal employment opportunities, and a work environment free of harassment and hostility.