Production Lead – Fresh Foods Quality & Efficiency

Del Monte Foods; Kankakee (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) with company match

Employer-paid life & disability

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Paid Time Off (PTO)

7 Company Paid Holidays

Telemedicine & EAP

Voluntary benefits (legal, accident)

Eligibility on first of month

Job summary

Del Monte Corporation is seeking a Production Supervisor to oversee all aspects of production at the Illinois site. You will partner with Warehouse, Shipping, and Quality Assurance to optimize yields while maintaining safety and regulatory compliance.

The role requires 2–3 years in a supervisory manufacturing setting, strong Excel skills, and the ability to manage labor and costs effectively. Competitive benefits and a stable, safety‑driven work environment are offered.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED and 2–3 years in a supervisory role.
• Experience in multi-product, line manufacturing environments.
• Knowledge of scheduling, cost control, and inventory control.
• Strong written and verbal communication with management and staff.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and related office tools.

Responsibilities

• Oversee production within the location and coordinate with Warehouse, Shipping, and QA.
• Review production goals daily and address gaps to meet targets.
• Track labor and yield efficiencies and adjust manpower to improve productivity.
• Maintain labor budgets and ensure safe, compliant operations.
• Assist with staff training and development; support supervisors to meet orders on time.
• Ensure raw materials, packaging, and process guidelines meet quality standards.
• Monitor HACCP, GMP, and safety requirements across shifts.
• Communicate production issues and changes to location leadership.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Manufacturing operations

Scheduling & cost control

Quality & food safety

Excel proficiency

Communication skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Excel

MS Office

Job description

Del Monte Corporation is seeking a Production Supervisor to oversee all aspects of production at the Illinois site. You will partner with Warehouse, Shipping, and Quality Assurance to optimize yields while maintaining safety and regulatory compliance.

The role requires 2–3 years in a supervisory manufacturing setting, strong Excel skills, and the ability to manage labor and costs effectively. Competitive benefits and a stable, safety‑driven work environment are offered.