Night Shift Production Supervisor - Food Manufacturing

Ferrero SpA; Itasca (IL); On-site; USD 81,000 - 114,000; Full time

Job summary

Ferrara, a leading sugar confectioner in the U.S., is seeking a Production Supervisor for the 11:00 PM–7:00 AM shift in Itasca, IL. You will supervise hourly employees and execute production and logistics plans across warehouse and production functions.

The role covers compliance with FDA guidelines, GMPs, HACCP/SQF, shift change management, and supporting Lean initiatives. Strong leadership and problem-solving are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred.
• Minimum 2 years' experience in manufacturing.
• Experience working with SAP.
• Understanding of GMP principles.
• Process, packing, and mechanical experience strongly preferred.
• Experience managing people across all levels of the organization.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the execution of production and logistics plans through operators and other hourly labor in production and warehouse functions.
• Participate in the development and implementation of plans and policies to ensure compliance in all areas of responsibility.
• Operate production lines in accordance with FDA guidelines, GMPs, and HACCP/SQF program guidelines.
• Direct and guide operators and their activities in execution of production and/or logistics plans (receiving, processing, mixing, baking, packaging, shipping, etc).
• Responsible for shift change management and communication as well as daily production standards and labor reconciliation.
• Develop employees to ensure compliance and achieve quality.
• Resolve problems and mitigate operational issues that result in negative performance.
• Support Lean Training as directed by Operations Manager.
• Owns regulatory compliance and food safety process, including: proper sanitary condition, allergen control, pest control, food safety policy, employee safety policies and procedures, and maintaining MCRS sustainability standards.
• Participate in daily food review.
• Support and execute relevant projects as needed.

Skills

Strong communication

Time management

Manage complexity

Urgency

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in related field

Tools

SAP

Job description

Ferrara, a leading sugar confectioner in the U.S., is seeking a Production Supervisor for the 11:00 PM–7:00 AM shift in Itasca, IL. You will supervise hourly employees and execute production and logistics plans across warehouse and production functions.

The role covers compliance with FDA guidelines, GMPs, HACCP/SQF, shift change management, and supporting Lean initiatives. Strong leadership and problem-solving are essential.