Cheese Production Supervisor - Lead & Optimize

Leprino Foods Company; Lubbock (TX); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Leprino Foods Company in Lubbock, TX seeks a Production Supervisor (Cheese) to advance our dairy ingredient growth. You will lead an hourly team in the Cheese Department, ensuring top product quality, safety, and efficient shifts.

Daily duties include staffing, coaching, and coordinating with maintenance and QA to keep production moving. The role requires a Bachelor’s in Food Science or related field, 5+ years in food manufacturing with supervisory experience, and proficiency with SAP.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Dairy Technology, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in food manufacturing, with at least 1 year in a supervisory capacity.
• Knowledge of processing or packaging systems, including equipment operations and troubleshooting.
• Strong computer proficiency and ability to learn manufacturing software (e.g., SAP).
• Able to work weekends, swing, and overnight shifts.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support a team of hourly employees in the Cheese Department, ensuring quality, safety, and efficient production.
• Plan and schedule daily staffing to meet production goals while maintaining a safe, collaborative environment.
• Coach and develop team members through training and feedback.
• Build a culture of trust and teamwork through clear communication and recognition.
• Oversee daily shift operations to meet productivity, yield, and quality targets.
• Coordinate with maintenance and quality teams to ensure timely repairs and optimal production.
• Enforce company policies and drive accountability and engagement.
• Oversee quality systems and sanitation programs to meet food safety standards.

Skills

Team leadership

Staff scheduling

Safety training

Food manufacturing knowledge

SAP familiarity

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Dairy Technology, or related field

Tools

SAP

Job description

Leprino Foods Company in Lubbock, TX seeks a Production Supervisor (Cheese) to advance our dairy ingredient growth. You will lead an hourly team in the Cheese Department, ensuring top product quality, safety, and efficient shifts.

Daily duties include staffing, coaching, and coordinating with maintenance and QA to keep production moving. The role requires a Bachelor’s in Food Science or related field, 5+ years in food manufacturing with supervisory experience, and proficiency with SAP.