Operations Supervisor - Packaging (2nd Shift)

Suja Life; Oceanside (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Paid Parental Leave – 12 Weeks

401(k) match

Paid time off

Juice benefits

Job summary

Suja Life, Inc. is seeking an Operations Supervisor - Packaging (2nd Shift) in Oceanside, CA to lead High-Pressure Processing (HPP) operations. The role focuses on meeting production goals while upholding food safety, performance, and regulatory standards.

Strong leadership and experience in manufacturing are essential. The schedule is 1:00 PM – 9:30 PM, Tuesday-Saturday with overtime and 6th day availability as needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years supervisory experience in food, beverage, or manufacturing.
• 5+ years of manufacturing experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead HPP operations and ensure production goals.
• Track KPI goals and maintain records of attendance and schedules.
• Conduct daily pre-shift meetings and communicate updates.
• Ensure compliance with process plans and safety standards.
• Oversee scheduling for 7-day coverage and payroll-related tasks.
• Navigate UKG for scheduling, timekeeping, and internal communication.
• Generate and maintain Excel reports and communicate via email.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Tools

UKG

Job description

Operations Supervisor - Packaging (2nd Shift)

Job Category: Operations

Requisition Number: OPERA001686

• Posted : November 3, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

Showing 1 location

Oceanside, CA 92056, USA

• Pay or shift range: $22 USD to $25 USD
  The salary range listed is the expected pay range for this position. Final compensation will be based on skills, experience, location, qualifications, and other job-related factors permitted by applicable law.

Description

Position Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive HPP Supervisor to lead our High-Pressure Processing (HPP) operations. This role is critical to ensuring production goals are met while upholding food safety, employee performance, and operational standards. The ideal candidate brings leadership experience in manufacturing or food/beverage production, strong people management skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

2-Week Training Schedule: Monday–Friday, employees will start with this schedule and then transition to their regular assigned schedule.

Schedule:

• 1:00 PM – 9:30 PM, Tuesday-Saturday, with flexibility for mandatory overtime
• Open availability and availability to work a 6th day is required
• Please note that schedules are limited and are not guaranteed to be available. Available schedules will be offered to candidates based on business needs and staffing availability.

Track and ensure KPI goals are consistently met within HPP operations.

Maintain accurate records of employee attendance, schedules, and disciplinary point tracking.

Lead daily pre-shift meetings to review production plans, safety concerns, and relevant updates.

Ensure compliance with the HPP process plan, and that product is handled according to company and regulatory standards.

Oversee employee scheduling for 7-day coverage, ensuring staffing aligns with production needs.

Complete timecard management and payroll-related tasks.

Address employee performance issues professionally, documenting and escalating as needed.

Navigate systems such as UKG for scheduling, timekeeping, and internal communication.

Generate and maintain Excel reports and communicate through email.

• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions related to safety, equipment operation, and daily work assignments.
• Regular and reliable attendance.

Job Qualifications

Experience:

• Minimum of 2 years supervisory experience in a food, beverage, or manufacturing environment.
• 5+ Years of manufacturing experience.

Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus.

• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Flexibility to work in a fast-paced and dynamic production environment.

Comfortable working mandatory overtime up to 12-hour shifts, including weekends and holidays as needed.

Must have open scheduling availability, with a focus on Sunday–Thursday, but flexible to work a 6th day if required.

Knowledge:

• Previous experience in HPP operations.
• Proficient in basic computer tasks including email, Excel, and workforce software (UKG preferred).
• Strong understanding of production processes, quality control, and safety protocols.
• Knowledge of regulatory and compliance standards for food and beverage manufacturing.

Language Skills:

• Ability to communicate, read, listen, and understand English.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus.

Other Abilities:

• Ability to work well under time constraints and prioritize work to meet commitments/deadlines.
• Ability to work cross-functional with other departments.
• Ability to troubleshoot production issues and make timely decisions.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high product quality.

Working and Environmental Conditions

• Freezer and refrigerated working environment.
• Use of Forklifts and pallet Jacks.

Physical Demands

• Sitting/standing for extended periods.
• Lifting/carrying up to 50 lbs.
• Requires sitting for extended periods.

Compensation and Benefits

Come thrive at Suja Life! We offer a competitive benefits package, including:

• Pay rate starts at $22.00-$25.00 an hour
• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and more
• Paid Parental Leave – 12 Weeks at 100% Pay
• 401(k) match to help you plan for the future
• Paid time off: vacation, sick days & holidays
• Juice benefits: yes, we keep you fueled and refreshed!

#INDHP

Suja Life is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, genetics, age, or veteran status or any other applicable legally protected status or characteristic. The Company complies with all federal/local/state regulations regarding pay.

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