Production Shift Supervisor (off shift)

BB Nash; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

BB Nash, based in Nashville, TN, is seeking a Shift Supervisor to lead production shifts ensuring safety, quality, and operational excellence. The ideal candidate will have experience in food or manufacturing environments and be able to manage frontline teams effectively.

The role includes enforcing safety standards, coaching team members, and collaborating across functions to maintain production goals. The position requires flexible working hours, including evenings and nights, in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of supervisory or team lead experience in manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of production operations and food safety regulations.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and production tracking systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily production to meet safety, quality, and productivity targets.
• Enforce GMPs and ensure compliance with safety standards.
• Develop and coach production leads and operators.

Skills

Leadership skills

Knowledge of GMPs and food safety

Problem-solving abilities

Communication skills

Time-management skills

Education

High school diploma

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Production tracking systems (ERP/MES)

Microsoft Office

Job description

BB Nash is a growing food manufacturing operation in Nashville committed to operational excellence, product quality, and food safety. As we scale our production capabilities, we are strengthening our teams and processes to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality production every day. Our teams work in a fast-paced, regulated environment where teamwork, accountability, and strong leadership drive results.

Shift Details

This is an off-shift leadership role supporting production outside of standard daytime operations. Schedules will fall within evening and/or overnight hours.

Final shift structure will be determined based on business needs, with the goal of establishing a consistent and predictable schedule.

This role is ideal for a leader who thrives in a more autonomous environment and enjoys building strong team culture during off-peak hours.

Role Summary

The Shift Supervisor leads assigned production shifts to achieve safety, quality, throughput, and labor performance goals. This role supervises frontline production teams, enforces food safety and operating standards, and ensures that production objectives are met with high efficiency and consistency. The Shift Supervisor drives teamwork, coaching, and problem-solving in a dynamic manufacturing setting.

Success in this role requires strong leadership, decision-making under pressure, and the ability to collaborate across functions such as Quality, Maintenance, and Supply Chain.

Core Responsibilities

Shift Operations Leader: Deliver safe, on-time, and efficient production results.

• Lead daily production to meet safety, quality, delivery, and productivity targets.
• Monitor line performance and adjust staffing or priorities as needed.
• Communicate shift results and operational updates to leadership.

Safety & Compliance Champion: Uphold food safety and workplace standards.

• Enforce GMPs, sanitation protocols, and regulatory requirements.
• Address safety concerns and partner with Quality on deviations and corrective actions.
• Ensure adherence to company safety policies across the shift.

Team Leader & Coach: Build accountability and performance on the floor.

• Supervise, coach, and develop production leads and operators.
• Set clear expectations and provide performance feedback.
• Support training and workforce development initiatives.

Performance & Problem-Solving Driver: Improve reliability and efficiency.

• Identify and resolve bottlenecks and downtime issues.
• Partner with Maintenance to improve equipment uptime.
• Monitor KPIs (throughput, yield, scrap, labor) and drive corrective actions.

Cross-Functional Partner: Align production with plant objectives.

• Coordinate with Supply Chain and Quality to ensure material flow and product integrity.
• Escalate risks and support new product launches or process changes.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred.
• 3+ years of supervisory or team lead experience in food, CPG, or manufacturing environments.
• Strong knowledge of GMPs, food safety (HACCP/SQF), and production operations.
• Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop teams.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Comfortable working flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Proficiency in production tracking systems (ERP/MES) and Microsoft Office preferred.

What It Takes to Succeed

• A proactive leader who can drive performance while maintaining a culture of safety.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills to prioritize tasks and respond to challenges.
• Ability to remain calm and decisive in a fast-paced production environment.
• A collaborative mindset that fosters teamwork and continuous improvement.

Physical & Work Environment

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. and work in a production environment with variable conditions.
• Shift work required to support 24/7 operations.

BB Nash is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants of all backgrounds.