Panning Production Supervisor - 2nd Shift

Ferrero SpA; Forest Park, Northern (GA, KY); Hybrid; USD 81,000 - 114,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

PTO (paid time off)

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Ferrara is seeking a Production Supervisor (Panning) for 2nd shift to lead hourly staff and drive production and logistics plans. Requires strong communication and site leadership to ensure safety, quality, and efficiency.

The role oversees warehouse, labor relations, and cross-functional improvements while maintaining FDA/GMP/SQF standards. Core hours are 4pm–4am; location is in Georgia, US, with opportunities to impact continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, operations, or related field strongly preferred
• Minimum 2 years' experience in leadership role in manufacturing
• Previous food manufacturing experience preferred, with experience managing complex continuous improvement initiatives
• Experience working with SAP or similar ERP systemUnderstanding of GMP principles
• Process, packing, and mechanical experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Understanding of LEAN Manufacturing Principals
• Knowledge of TPM (Total Productive Maintenance) pillars a plus

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, cooking, 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

Clear communication

Time management

Complexity management

Self-motivation

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering/operations

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Ferrara is seeking a Production Supervisor (Panning) for 2nd shift to lead hourly staff and drive production and logistics plans. Requires strong communication and site leadership to ensure safety, quality, and efficiency.

The role oversees warehouse, labor relations, and cross-functional improvements while maintaining FDA/GMP/SQF standards. Core hours are 4pm–4am; location is in Georgia, US, with opportunities to impact continuous improvement initiatives.