Lead Production Supervisor - Food Processing

lgi; Arion (IA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Proliant is seeking a Production Supervisor to oversee daily operations in a food production facility in Iowa. You will supervise team members, ensure safety and quality, and coordinate production activities from forecasting through packaging. Emphasis on troubleshooting, training, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities include coordinating workflows, maintaining equipment, and supporting hiring and performance reviews while conforming to USDA/OSHA policies and company SOPs.

Qualifications

• Ability to troubleshoot malfunctions in equipment and perform repairs.
• Experience with industrial production processes in a food processing plant.
• Ability to operate and train personnel on equipment and machinery used in processing.
• Knowledge of OSHA standards and safe work practices.
• Ability to monitor production processes and make effective decisions.

Responsibilities

• Analyze forecast and plan production objectives.
• Coordinate production area workflow including unloading, blending, and packaging.
• Maximize production efficiencies and machine utilization.
• Troubleshoot the production process and coordinate repairs with maintenance.
• Ensure safe, clean production areas and compliance with policies.
• Assist with hiring and performance evaluations.

Skills

Production supervision

Troubleshooting

Safety training

Team leadership

Data analysis

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Proliant is seeking a Production Supervisor to oversee daily operations in a food production facility in Iowa. You will supervise team members, ensure safety and quality, and coordinate production activities from forecasting through packaging. Emphasis on troubleshooting, training, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities include coordinating workflows, maintaining equipment, and supporting hiring and performance reviews while conforming to USDA/OSHA policies and company SOPs.