2nd-Shift Production Lead — Food Safety & Quality Champion

The Marzetti Company; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Marzetti Company is seeking a 2nd shift Production Supervisor to lead production and sanitation efforts in a food manufacturing plant. You will supervise staff, manage budgets, optimize labor, and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.

The role requires experience in manufacturing, HACCP and GMP familiarity, and preferred certifications. The position offers growth opportunities and a collaborative work environment in a fast-paced facility.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years production/group leader experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in a food-related industry.
• Working knowledge of sanitation and production processes.
• Experience with HACCP and GMP regulations relevant to food production and sanitation.
• Certifications such as HACCP, SQF Practitioner, or other food safety certifications (preferred).
• Bachelor's degree in a related field (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Oversees production and sanitation activities on the shift, supervising employees to achieve production and sanitation goals efficiently, safely, and cost-effectively.
• Manages budgets specific to the production and sanitation areas.
• Controls labor costs through effective personnel scheduling and utilization, ensuring optimal manpower allocation.
• Maintains and tracks shift performance in alignment with scheduling, production, sanitation, quality, and safety standards.
• Minimizes costs related to overtime, maintenance/repair, downtime, and rework, promoting cost efficiency.
• Ensures full compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, as well as adherence to company policies.
• Enforces quality, food safety, and HACCP support programs, ensuring that company, customer, and government standards are consistently met.
• Ensures timely and accurate completion of all required production and sanitation reporting.
• Provides hands‑on training, direction, development, evaluation, and coaching to employees, fostering a supportive and growth‑oriented environment.
• Maintains positive relationships with employees, community stakeholders, and corporate partners.
• Coordinates with other managers and supervisors to streamline material handling, maintenance, accounting, and inventory control processes.
• Upholds high standards for cleanliness, productivity, and maintenance within production and sanitation areas.
• Assists with other duties and responsibilities as assigned, supporting overall operational goals.

Skills

Shift supervision

Cost control

Quality & safety

Team coaching

Labor scheduling

Education

Bachelor's degree (preferred)

Job description

The Marzetti Company is seeking a 2nd shift Production Supervisor to lead production and sanitation efforts in a food manufacturing plant. You will supervise staff, manage budgets, optimize labor, and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.

The role requires experience in manufacturing, HACCP and GMP familiarity, and preferred certifications. The position offers growth opportunities and a collaborative work environment in a fast-paced facility.