Processing Supervisor

Job Description

Job Description

Processing Supervisor

Processing Safety Supervisor

Position Overview
We are seeking a Processing Safety Supervisor to lead and maintain safety programs within our food processing operations. The role is responsible for identifying and mitigating safety risks in production areasincluding hot environmentsdeveloping and enforcing safety protocols, managing safety-related inventory and SAP records, and coaching production teams to prevent incidents and ensure regulatory compliance. The supervisor will proactively resolve safety problems, coordinate incident investigations, and support continuous improvement of workplace safety and hygiene practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain safety protocols and procedures specific to food processing and hot environments (heat stress, hot work, steam/boilers).
• Conduct regular safety audits, risk assessments, and job hazard analyses; follow up to ensure corrective actions are completed.
• Manage incident and near-miss investigations, root cause analysis, and implement corrective/preventive actions to prevent recurrence.
• Lead safety training and coaching for frontline operators and supervisors, including PPE use, lockout/tagout, hot work permits, and food safety-related hygiene practices.
• Maintain and control safety-related inventory (PPE, first aid, spill kits, fire extinguishers, safety signage) and chemical inventories using SAP; ensure supplies are stocked and records are accurate.
• Coordinate with operations, maintenance, quality, and HR to integrate safety into production planning and change management.
• Monitor environmental conditions in hot processing areas and implement heat stress mitigation measures (work/rest cycles, hydration stations, cooling PPE).
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory requirements and industry best practices (OSHA, FDA/FSMA where applicable) and prepare for external audits.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to reduce injury rates, improve safety performance metrics, and promote a positive safety culture.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of safety experience in manufacturing or food processing environments, with demonstrated experience supervising safety programs in hot processing areas.
• Hands-on experience with safety protocols for hot work, heat stress management, lockout/tagout, confined space entry, and chemical safety.
• Experience managing safety-related inventory and transactional knowledge of SAP (or similar ERP) for tracking supplies and chemicals.
• Strong track record of investigating incidents, performing root cause analysis, and implementing corrective actions to resolve safety problems.
• Knowledge of food processing requirements and hygiene practices tied to safety and quality standards.
• Certifications such as CSP, CIH, OSHA 30, or food safety certifications are a plus.
• Excellent communication, training, and leadership skills; ability to influence cross-functional teams and foster a safety-first culture.
• Ability to work in hot environments and participate in plant floor activities, including occasional hands-on support during incidents or audits.

Benefits

- Medical Dental and Vision

- 401k

- Bonus opportunities!

- Overtime opportunities! 

 

- For this position, you must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship for a non-immigrant visa. This job was first posted by CyberCoders on 05/28/2026 and applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or closed. Everforth CyberCoders is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer

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