Production Supervisor

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Production Supervisor

Job Description

This position will oversee the production lines to ensure the production of a high-quality product in a safe and cost-effective way to achieve performance targets. The role involves directing day-to-day production flow, including sequencing products and allocating labor resources. The position requires effective communication of job expectations to production employees, implementing, monitoring, and appraising job performance. The supervisor will provide coaching and guidance and implement corrective performance measures while initiating, coordinating, and enforcing systems, policies, and procedures. A good working knowledge of all operational processes from consumption to production output in software systems is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead the overall shift by directing operations, managing labor, driving KPI performance, resolving employee issues, and making day-to-day operational decisions.
• Oversee shift operations to ensure safe, efficient, and cost-effective production while meeting quality and performance targets.
• Direct production activities, labor utilization, material consumption, and finished goods accuracy.
• Monitor operational performance and implement corrective actions to address variances.
• Troubleshoot production and equipment issues to minimize downtime and maintain product quality.
• Facilitate effective shift handoffs and communication across departments and leadership.
• Maintain accurate production, inventory, quality, safety, and performance records using company systems.

Essential Skills

• Technical knowledge of production and supervision in a food manufacturing environment.
• Three years of experience in a food manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of SQF, FSMA, HACCP is preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to learn and apply new concepts quickly.
• Problem-solving skills and time management.
• Ability to work well with others in a team environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• One to three years of related experience is preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Ability to work weekends and overtime as needed.

This is a Permanent position based out of Reading, PA.

The pay range for this position is $27.00 - $37.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Reading,PA.

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 21, 2026.

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.