Assistant Production Supervisor - Lead Fast-Paced Food Ops

Ferrero International S.A.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Ferrero USA is seeking an Assistant Production Supervisor to support daily production operations in a fast-paced co-packing environment at our Somerset, NJ site. You will help execute schedules, lead line leads, ensure GMPs and food safety, and drive efficiency while maintaining safety and quality standards.

The role reports to the Production Manager/Shift Supervisor and is non-exempt, with potential overtime and schedule flexibility based on business needs.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 3-5 years of experience in manufacturing, food production, or co-packing operations.
• Knowledge of GMPs, food safety, sanitation, and quality systems.
• Experience supporting production scheduling and labor coordination.
• Strong leadership, communication, and team-building skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; SAP/ECC or ERP experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support daily production schedules and meet customer requirements.
• Provide direction to line leads within assigned production areas.
• Assist in supervising production operations to ensure compliance with product specifications, GMPs, sanitation procedures, and food safety requirements.
• Coordinate and support product changeovers to minimize downtime and maximize efficiency.
• Help determine labor allocations and staffing requirements to support production objectives.
• Create and manage associate break schedules while maintaining operational coverage.
• Monitor line performance, identify operational issues, and elevate concerns when needed.
• Work with Material Handlers, Warehouse personnel, and Planning teams to ensure timely availability of bulk materials and packaging components.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas while promoting an injury-free workplace.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, PPE requirements, and company safety policies.
• Monitor product quality and support efforts to reduce waste, scrap, and rework.
• Assist with employee training and onboarding to ensure standard work practices are followed.
• Assists in managing 100+ associates
• Communicate production priorities, performance metrics, and operational issues during shift meetings and handoffs.
• Partner closely with Maintenance, Sanitation, Quality, Warehousing, and Production Management to resolve operational challenges.
• Serve as the primary escalation point for line leaders and production associates within the assigned area.
• Works with Temp Agency on-site supervisor on related issues when needed.
• Assist with documentation and recordkeeping to support traceability, quality compliance, and audit readiness.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team-building

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

SAP/ECC ERP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Ferrero USA is seeking an Assistant Production Supervisor to support daily production operations in a fast-paced co-packing environment at our Somerset, NJ site. You will help execute schedules, lead line leads, ensure GMPs and food safety, and drive efficiency while maintaining safety and quality standards.

The role reports to the Production Manager/Shift Supervisor and is non-exempt, with potential overtime and schedule flexibility based on business needs.