3rd Shift Production Leader — Lean & Growth

Synergy Flavors, Inc.; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Synergy Flavors, Inc. located in Chicago, IL, seeks a Production Supervisor for the 3rd shift (10pm–6:30am). You will lead a manufacturing team, manage workflow to fulfill customer orders, and drive LEAN initiatives in a fast-paced food production environment.

Responsibilities include coaching staff, coordinating scheduling, ensuring safety and quality, and working with ERP to complete orders and track inventory. Location: Morgan Street, onsite with competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in Supply Chain, Production Management or related field preferred.
• 3 years production experience in a production environment desirable (food manufacturing experience strongly preferred).
• LEAN manufacturing principles experience and practical application.

Responsibilities

• Provide frontline leadership to the manufacturing team.
• Plan material flow and labor allocation to meet orders.
• Maintain Lean initiatives for continuous improvement and cost management.
• Collaborate with maintenance, planning, quality, and R&D for throughput improvements.
• Ensure safety, quality, and timely production with accurate records.

Skills

LEAN manufacturing

Reading & interpreting docs

Communication to groups

Microsoft Word/Excel

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain or related

Tools

ERP system

Job description

Synergy Flavors, Inc. located in Chicago, IL, seeks a Production Supervisor for the 3rd shift (10pm–6:30am). You will lead a manufacturing team, manage workflow to fulfill customer orders, and drive LEAN initiatives in a fast-paced food production environment.

Responsibilities include coaching staff, coordinating scheduling, ensuring safety and quality, and working with ERP to complete orders and track inventory. Location: Morgan Street, onsite with competitive compensation.