First-Shift Production Supervisor - Food Plant, Bonus & Benefits

CJ Schwan’s; Sidney (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Time off programs

Retirement plan

Financial offerings

Job summary

CJ Schwan’s in Sidney, OH is seeking a Production Supervisor - 1st Shift to lead manufacturing associates at our frozen pizza plant. You will direct production, packaging, and bakery lines, ensuring USDA and company standards are met.

We value strong supervision, safety leadership, and hands-on process optimization, with a base salary range of $60,000–$99,000 plus a 10% annual incentive. Competitive benefits and Equal Opportunity Employer status apply.

Qualifications

• High School diploma required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• 4+ years related work experience, 2+ years in supervision, preferably in food manufacturing.
• Knowledge of USDA, FDA, and BRC regulations preferred.
• Experience with robotics used in production.
• Strong communication and leadership to maintain a positive work environment.
• Ability to read safety rules and write routine reports and correspondence.
• Experience with SAP is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Directs production, packaging, and bakery on production lines to meet USDA requirements.
• Interviewing and hiring qualified employees following EEO guidelines.
• Manage employee performance, appraisals, and disciplinary actions.
• Oversee safety, housekeeping, policy administration, and cost control.
• Adjust daily work schedule to meet production needs.
• Collaborate with USDA on site to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Review and sign off on QA and HACCP documentation.
• Monitor product quality, usage, waste, counts, and weights.

Skills

Supervision

Team leadership

Robotics

Communication

Quality control

Problem solving

Safety leadership

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

SAP

Job description

CJ Schwan’s in Sidney, OH is seeking a Production Supervisor - 1st Shift to lead manufacturing associates at our frozen pizza plant. You will direct production, packaging, and bakery lines, ensuring USDA and company standards are met.

We value strong supervision, safety leadership, and hands-on process optimization, with a base salary range of $60,000–$99,000 plus a 10% annual incentive. Competitive benefits and Equal Opportunity Employer status apply.