Lead Production Supervisor - Food Plant Operations

Simmons Foods; Siloam Springs (AR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job summary

Simmons Foods in Siloam Springs, AR, is seeking a salary-exempt Production Supervisor to lead an assigned production team. The role focuses on safety, teamwork, and product quality while ensuring efficient processing, packaging, and storage in compliance with FDA, USDA, and company rules.

The successful candidate will oversee scheduling, attendance, and performance reviews, coordinate across departments, and drive continuous improvement using LEAN principles to meet daily production goals and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or 4 years related work experience with a minimum of 1 year in a leading role.
• Must be able to read and write English.
• Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, and quality control.
• Familiar with LEAN concepts and production methods.
• Proficient with computers and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Leads a team of front-line employees to drive productivity while ensuring safety and quality.
• Schedules, tracks attendance, and approves time off for direct reports.
• Manages inventory records and coordinates across departments.
• Interprets and uses production reports to meet throughput and line speed targets.
• Promotes a safe work environment and compliance with Simmons, OSHA, and USDA guidelines.
• Participates in continuous improvement and lean initiatives to reduce waste.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or 4 years related work experience including 1 year in a leading role

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Simmons Foods in Siloam Springs, AR, is seeking a salary-exempt Production Supervisor to lead an assigned production team. The role focuses on safety, teamwork, and product quality while ensuring efficient processing, packaging, and storage in compliance with FDA, USDA, and company rules.

The successful candidate will oversee scheduling, attendance, and performance reviews, coordinate across departments, and drive continuous improvement using LEAN principles to meet daily production goals and