Food Plant Production Lead (Night Shift)

TreeHouse Foods; Hanover (York County); On-site; USD 76,000 - 114,000; Full time

Job summary

TreeHouse Foods in Hanover, PA is hiring a Production Supervisor to oversee daily production floor operations for pretzel products, leading a team of operators and technicians to meet safety and quality standards.

You will manage schedules, coordinate workflows, ensure equipment readiness, and drive continuous improvement while adhering to company policies and a rotating 7 PM–7 AM shift.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 3–5 years of production or food manufacturing experience, with 1–2 years in a supervisory role.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Knowledge of safety regulations, quality control procedures, and inventory management.
• Excellent problem-solving, troubleshooting, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Familiarity with inventory management systems and procurement software such as SAP.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership, guidance, and support to production workers, including assigning day to day tasks and ensuring production targets and schedules are met.
• Coordinate production workflows, monitor production lines, and ensure equipment and materials are available.
• Ensure adherence to safety protocols and company policies during all production processes.
• Conduct training and development programs for new hires and existing staff to maintain skill levels.
• Monitor and evaluate worker performance and provide constructive feedback, including corrective actions as needed.
• Ensure products meet required quality standards through regular inspections and testing.
• Identify and resolve quality issues, collaborating with quality control and engineering teams as necessary.
• Monitor production processes to prevent defects and minimize waste.
• Oversee routine maintenance and troubleshooting of equipment and machinery to ensure minimal downtime.
• Ensure the production area is clean, organized, and compliant with health and safety regulations.
• Conduct safety audits and hold regular safety meetings to promote a culture of safety on the production floor.
• Maintain accurate records of production data, including output, downtime, and maintenance logs.
• Prepare and submit daily, weekly, or monthly reports on production performance, including any issues or improvements.
• Document all safety incidents, accidents, and near misses, and follow up with necessary investigations or corrective actions.
• Lead and collaborate with other departments to participate in continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness.
• Maintain Dimensions (time keeping) for all hourly employees, and production records and accurately complete all reports as required.
• Ensure compliance with all company and plant policies and procedures, including collective bargaining agreements.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Safety regulations

Quality control

Inventory management

Problem-solving

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma

Manufacturing degree preferred

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

TreeHouse Foods in Hanover, PA is hiring a Production Supervisor to oversee daily production floor operations for pretzel products, leading a team of operators and technicians to meet safety and quality standards.

You will manage schedules, coordinate workflows, ensure equipment readiness, and drive continuous improvement while adhering to company policies and a rotating 7 PM–7 AM shift.