Night Shift Production Supervisor - Food Safety Leader

Utz Brands, Inc.; Kings Mountain (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Utz Quality Foods in Kings Mountain, NC is seeking a Production Supervisor to lead the night shift on a rotating schedule. You will oversee packaging operations, guide a team of hourly and temporary associates, and ensure production runs safely, efficiently, and to quality standards.

Responsibilities include supervising all shift production, training and coaching staff, ensuring GMP/HACCP compliance, performing pre/post inspections, and optimizing labor and line performance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in food manufacturing or mass production, preferably in a USDA‑regulated facility.
• Proven experience managing teams and leading plant programs.
• Working knowledge of GMPs, HACCP, and SSOPs.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot equipment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Strong communication, leadership, and team-building skills.
• Comfortable working in a physical, hands-on role (able to lift up to 50 lbs).
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.
• A commitment to excellence and a passion for food safety and operations.

Responsibilities

• Supervise all shift production operations for processing and packaging
• Lead and manage hourly and temporary associates, including training, coaching, and performance management
• Oversee all processes and ensure compliance with GMPs, HACCP, and company procedures
• Conduct pre and post-op inspections
• Schedule, assign, and adjust labor based on production demands
• Monitor line performance, labor efficiency, and packaging waste
• Collaborate with QA and Maintenance to resolve quality or equipment issues
• Maintain documentation for safety, quality, and audits
• Drive a culture of accountability, food safety, and continuous improvement

Skills

People leadership

GMPs & HACCP knowledge

Food manufacturing experience

Microsoft Excel

Bilingual English/Spanish

Safety compliance

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Utz Quality Foods in Kings Mountain, NC is seeking a Production Supervisor to lead the night shift on a rotating schedule. You will oversee packaging operations, guide a team of hourly and temporary associates, and ensure production runs safely, efficiently, and to quality standards.

Responsibilities include supervising all shift production, training and coaching staff, ensuring GMP/HACCP compliance, performing pre/post inspections, and optimizing labor and line performance.