Production Supervisor

Join Ya YA FOODS

A career at Ya YA FOODS will offer you the opportunity to...

• Build a career, not just have a job.
• Work in a dynamic and high-growth company with very skilled professionals.
• Become part of a teamwork-focused culture.
• Be a part of an organization that supports your future growth path.

Reports to: Director of Operations

Responsibilities:

• Monitor production processes and equipment to ensure optimal efficiency and minimize downtime.
• Ensure compliance with all company policies, GMPs, HACCP, food safety, quality, and workplace safety standards. Conduct shift meetings and communicate production goals, priorities, and performance expectations.
• Investigate and resolve production, quality, and safety issues in a timely manner.
• Collaborate with Maintenance, Quality Assurance, Warehouse, and Planning teams to support operational objectives. Maintain accurate production records, reports, and performance metrics.
• Monitor labor utilization and staffing levels to meet production demands.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on productivity, waste reduction, and operational excellence.
• Conduct employee performance evaluations and provide ongoing feedback and coaching.
• Support new product launches, process improvements, and operational projects.

Profile

• High School Diploma or GED required; post-secondary education in Manufacturing, Engineering, Operations, or a related field is preferred.
• Minimum 3–5 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in food, beverage, packaging, bottling, or PET manufacturing is strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of GMP, HACCP, food safety, and quality systems.
• Proven leadership, coaching, and team development skills.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and manufacturing reporting systems.
• Ability to work flexible schedules, including weekends, nights, and overtime as required.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Why Join Us

We believe that the key to creating and growing a successful business is by investing in our people—some of whom have been a part of our team for over 25 years. This is at the core of who we are, what we do, and how we grow our business—as a versatile, automated manufacturer and co-packer of a wide variety of beverages and liquid food items. In our view, a happy team means a better workforce, a better product, and more satisfied customers.

Furthermore, we encourage different perspectives and celebrate diversity in our workforce. Where every employee has the opportunity to realize his or her full potential in a working environment that is supportive of everyone. Upon request, we will gladly provide accommodations to any candidate with a disability taking part in the selection process.