Production Supervisor

PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR Location: Madisonville, LA Department: Production Schedule: 9:00am-5:30pm Pay: $23-$25/hourly (commensurate with experience) BUILD YOUR CAREER WITH DFS At Diversified Foods & Seasonings (DFS), food is more than what we make—it’s what brings our people, our history, and our passion together. We are looking for people who want more than just a job. We want team members who take pride in their work, want opportunities to learn and grow, and are ready to be part of a team committed to producing quality food and winning together. WHY WORK AT DFS? When you join DFS, you can enjoy: Competitive Pay: Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), etc. Holiday Pay Effective Immediately Weekends Off – unless overtime is necessary Paid Time Off Growth & Advancement Opportunities Employee Training & Development Opportunities Opportunities to build new skills and grow your career within DFS A team environment where employees and their contributions matter OUR VALUES Our values guide how we work, how we treat one another, and how we serve our customers: Integrity Culinary Heritage Passion for Food Pride in Our People Personal Commitment Continuous Learning Winning Orientations We do the right thing—always—with honesty, fairness, and accountability. We are proud of the Louisiana culinary traditions and entrepreneurial spirit that shaped our company and continue to inspire our passion for flavor, quality, hospitality, and innovation. We take pride in creating great-tasting, high-quality, and innovative food products that delight our customers. We invest in our people, treat each other with respect, and build teams that win together.. We take ownership, follow through, and deliver on our commitments—no excuses.. We challenge the status quo and continuously improve how we work, lead, and perform. We are results-driven, celebrate success, and hold ourselves accountable when we fall short. ABOUT THE POSITION The Production Supervisor is responsible for directing and coordinating all production activities within assigned areas to ensure safety, quality, and productivity goals are met. This position leads production employees, oversees workflow, monitors performance, and ensures compliance with all company, regulatory, and food safety standards. The Supervisor of Production plays a key leadership role in driving efficiency and promoting a culture of teamwork and accountability. WHAT YOU'LL DO Lead daily production operations to meet safety, quality, schedule, and output goals. Ensure compliance with GMP, HACCP, company policies, and safety requirements. Train, coach, and evaluate employees to support performance and development. Monitor and document production results, including yields, downtime, and labor. Partner with Quality and Maintenance to support product quality and operational needs. Drive process improvements to increase efficiency and reduce waste. Coordinate staffing, scheduling, and shift-change communication. Lead team meetings to communicate goals, updates, and improvement priorities. Perform other duties as assigned. WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR High school diploma/GED required; Associate or Bachelor’s degree preferred. 3+ years of supervisory or lead experience in manufacturing. Intermediate reading and math skills. Strong leadership, communication, organization, and problem-solving skills. Knowledge of food safety requirements and manufacturing best practices. Ability to lead diverse teams, work under pressure, and meet deadlines. Food production/processing and ERP system experience preferred. Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus. Ability to work in a manufacturing environment, including extended standing/walking, frequent bending, reaching and stair climbing, varying temperatures/humidity, and lifting up to 50 lbs. Must have adequate vision, hearing, and color recognition to safely perform job duties. WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE AT DFS Show up ready to contribute and be part of the team Take pride in doing quality work Put safety and food quality first Are willing to learn and develop new skills Communicate and work well with others Take ownership of their responsibilities Look for opportunities to improve Want to grow with the company READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM? #J-18808-Ljbffr