2nd/3rd Shift Food Production Supervisor

Bento Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Bento Inc. is seeking a Food Production Supervisor for the 2nd or 3rd shift at our Chicago Food Factory. You will manage daily plant operations, supervise Production and Quality Assurance teams, and drive lean improvements to maximize yield and ensure food safety.

Effective leadership, strong communication in English and Spanish, and a background in food manufacturing are essential. The role requires flexible availability for weekend shifts in a 4:00 pm–5:00 am schedule.

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience in a food manufacturing environment, with supervisory responsibilities or 4 years as a Lead in manufacturing.
• Experience with quality systems and knowledge of statistics, HACCP, Food Safety Programs, and Six Sigma is preferred.
• Must be reliable, proactive with initiative to advance.
• English and Spanish communication skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day plant operations to ensure smooth production.
• Supervise Production and Quality Assurance teams and lean initiatives.
• Ensure products are manufactured in conformance with food safety practices and QA standards.
• Review and update work aids for product quality verification.
• Train and coach staff to meet productivity targets and safety requirements.
• Identify and implement process improvements and cost-reduction opportunities.
• Prepare and analyze production reports to minimize delays and costs.

Skills

Leadership

Bilingual English/Spanish

Quality mindset

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Bento Inc. is seeking a Food Production Supervisor for the 2nd or 3rd shift at our Chicago Food Factory. You will manage daily plant operations, supervise Production and Quality Assurance teams, and drive lean improvements to maximize yield and ensure food safety.

Effective leadership, strong communication in English and Spanish, and a background in food manufacturing are essential. The role requires flexible availability for weekend shifts in a 4:00 pm–5:00 am schedule.