Evening Production Supervisor – Food Manufacturing & Lean

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

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Paid time off (PTO)

Health benefits

Job summary

Ferrara is seeking a Panning Production Supervisor in Forest Park to supervise hourly staff and oversee production and logistics plans. The role requires in-person presence to support production schedules, effective communication, and real-time problem solving in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The position emphasizes cross-functional collaboration, regulatory compliance, and a culture of quality and safety. Strong leadership, GMP knowledge, and Lean principles are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, operations, or related field strongly preferred.
• Minimum 2 years' experience in leadership role in manufacturing.
• Food manufacturing experience preferred, with experience managing complex continuous improvement initiatives.
• Experience working with SAP or similar ERP system.
• Understanding of GMP principles.
• Process, packing, and mechanical experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Understanding of LEAN Manufacturing Principles.
• Experience using RedZone a plus.
• Knowledge of TPM (Total Productive Maintenance) pillars a plus.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the execution of production and logistics plans through operators and other hourly labor in production and warehouse functions.
• Participate in the development and implementation of plans and policies to ensure compliance in all areas of responsibility.
• Operate production lines in accordance with FDA guidelines, GMPs, and HACCP/SQF program guidelines.
• Direct and guide operators and their activities in execution of production and/or logistics plans (receiving, processing, mixing, cooking, packaging, shipping, etc).
• Responsible for shift change management and communication as well as daily production standards and labor reconciliation.
• Develop employees to ensure compliance and achieve quality.
• Resolve problems and mitigate operational issues that result in negative performance.
• Support Lean Training as directed by Operations Manager.
• Owns regulatory compliance and food safety process, including proper sanitary condition, allergen control, pest control, food safety policy, employee safety policies and procedures, and maintaining MCRS sustainability standards.
• Participate in daily food review
• Support and execute relevant projects as needed

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Time management

Manage complexity

Independent with urgency

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering/operations

Tools

SAP (ERP)

Job description

Ferrara is seeking a Panning Production Supervisor in Forest Park to supervise hourly staff and oversee production and logistics plans. The role requires in-person presence to support production schedules, effective communication, and real-time problem solving in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The position emphasizes cross-functional collaboration, regulatory compliance, and a culture of quality and safety. Strong leadership, GMP knowledge, and Lean principles are essential for success.