Factory Production Supervisor - 3rd shift

Job Description

Job Description

Yakult USA - the world's leading probiotic drink manufacturer in Fountain Valley, is looking for 3rd shift Factory Production Supervisors! Ideal candidates have 10+ years of experience in a Food or Beverage manufacturing environment with 3+ years of supervisory experience.

• Location: Fountain Valley, CA
• Direct Hire with Excellent Benefit Package: Medical / Dental / Vision / Life Insurance, 401K with matching, Paid Holiday & PTO
• Work Hours: 5 days/week, Monday – Saturday (Sunday and another day off during weekday), 3rd Shift: from 11:00 pm to 8:00 am
• Salary: $81K/yr (Exempt)

Requirements of the Factory Production Supervisor:

• 10+ years of experience in a Food or Beverage manufacturing environment with 3+ years of supervisory experience.
• Must have strong and effective leadership skills, and the ability to successfully manage a staff of 30+ employees including attendance, punctuality, and work hours.
• Knowledge of HACCP, SOPs, and GMP
• Experience in Blending, Filling, Packing, and Bottle Making Machines preferred.
• Experience in training, handling people, and resolving conflicts.
• Excellent multi-tasking and time management skills
• Have the ability to work independently with little supervision and be part of a team as well.
• Be available to work any hours assigned, 5 days or more per week, Monday – Saturday, including early mornings and late nights.
• Must have a valid driver’s license
• High School diploma or GED

Responsibilities of the Factory Production Supervisor:

Oversees the general day-to-day factory production by providing leadership and guidance to all hourly factory employees, as well as reporting on issues to the factory production manager:

• Supervise 30+ employees to ensure security, safety, specs, quality assurance of products, sanitation, HACCP, and FDA regulations are followed.
• Schedule shifts for all line employees.
• Orient new employees and conduct training for department-related activities.
• Counsel and praise employees on corrections and positive contributions, and listen to and help to resolve complaints.
• Work closely with the Production Manager and Factory Manager, and act as a liaison between them and line employees.
• Follow daily production schedules and notify the Factory Manager and Production manager if shortages occur.
• Create and maintain a safe and positive work environment.
• Make daily production schedule based shipping schedule created by logistics.
• Control inventory for finished product in cooler, war & Sub materials in warehouse.
• Conduct monthly inventory for all materials in warehouse.
• Review Batch Ticket entry and close.
• Ensure compliance with all Production and Safety regulations.
• Maintain high sanitary standards as required by the food and beverage manufacturing industry, and be prepared for third-party audits and regulatory inspections at all times.
• Notify maintenance and follow up with work orders on necessary repairs or process improvements to the production line.
• Regularly inspect the production area and ensure equipment and personnel are working in a safe, efficient manner.
• Enforce all company rules, policies, and procedures, and provide disciplinary action when necessary.
• Immediately investigate all types of accidents, such as Workers Comp and property damage, and report to the Production Manager and Human Resources.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Maintain a safe work environment by practicing company policies, standards, and food safety/OSHA guidelines.
• Drive off-site for business-related purposes as needed.
• Perform Food Safety Duties.

TriCom Quest is a full-service employment agency serving the greater Los Angeles area. We partner with a wide range of industries, with a special focus on international companies, helping fill roles from entry level to executive leadership. Our mission is to connect employers with the right talent—and to help job seekers find positions where they can thrive and grow.

Company Description

TriCom Quest is a full-service employment agency serving the greater Los Angeles area. We partner with a wide range of industries, with a special focus on international companies, helping fill roles from entry level to executive leadership. Our mission is to connect employers with the right talent—and to help job seekers find positions where they can thrive and grow.