Production Supervisor (Day Shift)

Job Title: Production Supervisor Department: Operations Reports To: Production Manager FLSA Status: Exempt Primary Responsibilities Own shift performance, including safety, quality, throughput, labor efficiency, and waste Lead daily shift startup, execution, and handoff to ensure consistency across all shifts Actively manage line performance in real time, including: Monitoring run rates and output Identifying and addressing downtime Escalating issues quickly when needed Drive adherence to standard work, operating procedures, and GMP requirements Ensure all products meet defined quality standards, including weight, appearance, and packaging requirements Partner closely with Maintenance to ensure equipment uptime and rapid response to issues Enforce safety standards and ensure compliance with all EHS requirements Lead and develop front-line employees through coaching, accountability, and clear performance expectations Ensure proper staffing and positioning of employees to meet production targets Drive labor efficiency and minimize waste, including material giveaway and rework Conduct daily communication with team members, including: Shift huddles Clear expectations for performance Feedback on results Support and drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, and productivity Maintain accurate and timely reporting of shift performance, including downtime, output, and key KPIs. Collaborate cross-functionally with FSQA, Maintenance, and Warehouse to ensure smooth operations Hold team members accountable to performance, behavior, and attendance standards Support onboarding and training of new employees to build a capable and reliable workforce Perform other duties as assigned or of a similar nature or level Core Competencies Drive High Performance : Establishes clear accountability for outcomes. Demonstrates focus and discipline in planning and execution. Acts with speed, agility and demonstrates a sense of urgency to keep momentum. Collaborate : Builds and maintains strong relationships and makes commitments to others and follows through. Actively listens and communicates openly. Engages constructively in debates. Supports and executes decisions once made. Can‑do attitude : Demonstrates a positive, solution‑focused approach, actively seeks out opportunities to improve processes, and readily tackles challenges with resilience and enthusiasm. Thrives in dynamic environments and is motivated by delivering impactful results. Innovate : Challenges the status quo by pro‑actively identifying opportunities for improvement. Encourages sharing best practices, creativity, and experimentation; learns from setbacks and adapts quickly. Accuracy and Attention to Detail : Exhibits precision and thoroughness, consistently producing reliable work. Demonstrates diligence in reviewing data, identifying discrepancies promptly, and ensuring adherence to high standards of quality and compliance. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required. Preferably in engineering, business, operations management, or similar fields. Lean Six Sigma Experience preferred, demonstrated by successful completion of a major improvement project. Ability to interface effectively with plant personnel, outside contractors, and different functional groups within the business units. Working knowledge of manufacturing and quality systems, finance, statistical process control, and KPI management systems. Demonstrated leadership in safety & quality compliance. Must be very effective working in a volatile and complex environment and work with a sense of urgency that drives effective results. Strong influence management and communication skills, ability to gain organizational buy‑in Ability to communicate and influence at all levels of an organization. Proficient in Microsoft Suite applications Ability to give and receive constructive feedback. Ability to lead a team‑based approach to decision making. Demonstrated ability to work in a results‑oriented, challenging environment. Strong leadership skills with the ability to get results through mentoring others. Effective coaching, facilitation, presentation, and team‑building skills. Experience in the consumer‑packaged goods (CPG) industry preferred. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, outside weather conditions, and energized equipment. The noise level in the work environment varies depending on tasks. Direct Reports The Production Supervisor will have direct responsibility for managing the following roles: Operations Hourly Employees Responsible for mentoring, performance management, and development of direct reports. Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Position Type / Expected Hours of Work This is a Full Time Exempt 40 hour per week position, and it may require working additional hours depending on the needs of the business.

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