Night Shift Extrusion Supervisor

Balchem Corp.; Albert Lea, Northern (MN, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Balchem Corporation in Minnesota is hiring a 3rd shift extrusion supervisor to manage the shift, supervise operators and maintenance, and ensure safety and product quality. The role requires a BA/BS with 2–3 years of related experience and supervisory background.

You will train staff on GMPs, safety procedures, and lean practices, while monitoring inventories, paperwork, and adherence to company standards. The position emphasizes leadership and continuous improvement in a manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree in a related field and 2–3 years of related experience or training
• Previous manufacturing supervisory experience required; food manufacturing is a plus
• Strong motivation, organization, time management, documentation, and communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel and Word), and quality/process oriented
• Ability to read and comprehend instructions and write simple correspondence; effective communication and conflict resolution
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing concepts and 5S; Six Sigma training a plus
• Training and mentoring mindset with a strong safety orientation
• Self-motivation and ability to work independently; willingness to train employees on all shifts

Responsibilities

• Manage, motivate, monitor, and evaluate the performance of leads and operators on their shift
• Supervise extrusion activities (including maintenance) on their shift
• Train operators on GMPs, OSHA safety training, lockout/tag out, Sanitation, Master Sanitation Schedule, line set up and other procedures
• Keep a neat, clean, and orderly work setting by completing the cleaning tasks as assigned
• Observe safety and security procedures and report unsafe conditions
• Monitor inventories and ingredient usage; ensure paperwork is complete and compliant with company standards
• Monitor product quality and report deviations to Extrusion Manager
• Motivate safety and continuous improvement culture while achieving operating goals
• Develop and manage the extrusion production team
• Adhere to company policies and procedures on safety and maintenance
• Become proficient in production and safety policies and procedures
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Supervisory experience

Manufacturing supervision

Lean Manufacturing

5S

Six Sigma training

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Time management

Documentation

Safety orientation

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Job description

Balchem Corporation in Minnesota is hiring a 3rd shift extrusion supervisor to manage the shift, supervise operators and maintenance, and ensure safety and product quality. The role requires a BA/BS with 2–3 years of related experience and supervisory background.

You will train staff on GMPs, safety procedures, and lean practices, while monitoring inventories, paperwork, and adherence to company standards. The position emphasizes leadership and continuous improvement in a manufacturing setting.