Production Supervisor (1:00 PM - 9:30 PM)

Double Good; Street; On-site; USD 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Production Supervisor for their growing Operations team. This role is pivotal in executing daily production plans and enhancing process efficiency. You'll lead improvement projects, coach the production team, and ensure adherence to food safety standards. Join a company that values joy and social responsibility, offering competitive pay and benefits, including a unique Popcorn Allowance. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic environment while advancing your career in food manufacturing.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage

401k Plan with Immediate Vesting

Paid Time Off

Company-Paid Leaves

Popcorn Allowance

Qualifications

• 1-3 years experience in a manufacturing leadership role.
• Fluency in food safety requirements to improve production.
• Strong analytical and computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the development and implementation of new ERP systems.
• Lead improvement projects for safety, quality, and efficiency.
• Coach production team to meet production goals.

Skills

Manufacturing Leadership

Food Safety Requirements

Lean Manufacturing Practices

Analytical Skills

Google Suite or Microsoft Office

Batch Processing

Quality Control

Education

B.S in Operations Management

Business Administration

Supply Chain

Engineering

Tools

ERP System

RedZone

HACCP Principles

Food Processing Equipment

Job description

Double Good’s mission is to create joy. We create joy with our delectable and award-winning popcorn. We create joy with our easy-to-use fundraising platform that raises a meaningful amount of money for youth sports and activities, empowering kids to pursue their dreams. We create joy through our Kids Foundation which hosts Double Good Days events across the country to bring all-ability fun to children with special needs and their families. As featured on the Today Show, Double Good is not just about the product; we have a strong social mission.

In recent years, Double Good has seen 40% year over year growth, and we’re excited about our future! We’re excited about the possibility of you joining our mission. We are looking for a Production Supervisor, First Shift to join our growing Operations team.

The production supervisor is directly responsible for daily shift execution of production plan. The production supervisor is the backup to the production manager and is responsible for executing daily and weekly tasks. The production supervisor supports the development and implementation of process on the production floor to safely deliver quality product. The role is responsible for lead improvement projects to improve safety, quality and efficiency of equipment. The role is also responsible for the development and evolution of ERP system as it relates to the daily operational execution as well as the continued expansion of operations MES system.

Location - Onsite at our Burr Ridge facility

About the role:

Skills & Responsibilities:

• Directly support the development and implementation of new ERP system
• Directly support/lead the development, installation, and continued expansion of production monitoring program Redzone to drive OEE improvement.
• Understand Food Safety Requirements and use them to improve production.
• Use data, prioritize and lead focused improvement projects across the factory floor.
• Coach and lead the production team, supporting teammates to perform at their very best while meeting required production goals in a safe and quality-driven work environment.
• Create optimal staffing plans to deliver production requirements on daily and weekly basis
• Execute the production strategy and vision, by translating business objectives into tangible projects and actions.
• Act as Shift manager when necessary to support overall operations team to meet required production targets, while maintaining a safe and standard driven work environment
• Be a continuous improvement champion, by delivering the operational excellence strategy.
• Coach employees on safety, quality and overall manufacturing process.
• Perform all required administrative activities of plant operations.
• Lead and supervise production staff, ensuring effective implementation of company policies and goals.
• Manage production documentation, record keeping, and set production schedules.
• Implement standard operating procedures for all production operations.

Experience & Skills we value:

• 1 - 3 years experience in a manufacturing leadership role
• High level understanding of the entire “pop to pack” process to collaborate with peers in each area of the process.
• Fluency and understanding of food safety requirements to continuously improve production.
• Fluid with lean manufacturing practices
• Strong analytical and computer skills
• Proficient in Google Suite or Microsoft Office
• Experience with Ready-to-Eat (RTE) foods.
• Knowledge of ingredient handling, mixing, and blending processes.
• Understanding of batch processing, quality control, inventory management.
• Familiarity with equipment, such as kettles, mixers, VFFS, RedZone.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations and HACCP principles.

Additional Requirements

• Successful completion of pre-employment background check and drug screening

Nice to have and/or you’ll learn:

• Six Sigma Certification
• B.S in Operations Mgmt, Business Administration, Supply Chain, Engineering or a related field
• Experience in growing high speed food manufacturing
• Experience expanding a manufacturing site

Equal Pay Disclosure(s):

We’re on a mission to create more joy in people’s lives, and that includes our internal employees. We create a place people love to be a part of, where people can discover and practice their unique skill sets, a place where they can contribute and do their best work. We do this by offering our employees a competitive compensation & benefits plan.

Base Pay range for this position:

• $55,000 - $80,000
• 15% of base salary

The final discretionary compensation that will be offered for this role depends on a variety of factors, including job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and market location.

Benefits:

• Double Good offers competitive benefits including medical, dental and vision coverage with plans that can fit each teammate’s needs. We offer immediate vesting in our 401k plan, paid time off, company-paid leaves and other perks including a Popcorn Allowance (yup, free popcorn!).
• Visit the Careers page on our website for more information at https://www.doublegood.com/careers.

Double Good is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, working in compliance with both federal and state laws. We are committed to the concept of Equal Employment opportunity. Qualified candidates will be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, marital status, medical condition, or disability. The EEO is the law and is available here. Right to Work Statement (English and Spanish).