2nd Shift Panning Production Supervisor

Ferrero SpA; Forest Park (IL); On-site; USD 81,000 - 114,000; Full time

Job summary

Ferrara is hiring a Production Supervisor (Panning) for the 2nd shift to oversee hourly employees and ensure smooth production and logistics operations. The role focuses on compliance with FDA guidelines, GMPs, and quality standards.

The supervisor will collaborate cross-functionally to drive continuous improvement, manage shift changes, and mentor staff to uphold safety and efficient manufacturing processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, operations, or related field preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills are required.
• Experience in manufacturing leadership and continuous improvement is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the execution of production and logistics plans through operators and hourly staff.
• Ensure compliance with policies and regulatory requirements in all areas of responsibility.
• Operate production lines in line with FDA guidelines, GMPs, HACCP/SQF.
• Direct and guide operators in production and logistics activities including receiving, processing, mixing, cooking, packaging, shipping.
• Manage shift change communications and daily production standards; monitor labor reconciliation.
• Develop employees to ensure compliance and quality.
• Resolve operational issues to prevent negative performance.
• Support Lean training and participate in related projects.
• Own food safety and sanitary processes, allergen control, and pest control; uphold sustainability standards.

Skills

Communication

Time management

Problem solving

Self-motivation

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering/operations

Tools

SAP

MS Office

Job description

Ferrara is hiring a Production Supervisor (Panning) for the 2nd shift to oversee hourly employees and ensure smooth production and logistics operations. The role focuses on compliance with FDA guidelines, GMPs, and quality standards.

The supervisor will collaborate cross-functionally to drive continuous improvement, manage shift changes, and mentor staff to uphold safety and efficient manufacturing processes.