Production Supervisor

Kerry; City of Niagara Falls (NY); On-site; USD 63,000 - 106,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Paid time off

401(k) with employer contribution

Employee stock plan

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Kerry is seeking a Production Supervisor in Niagara Falls, NY to lead daily manufacturing operations in the specialty chemical plant, drive safety, quality and on-time delivery, and coordinate cross-functional teams.

You will supervise production staff, monitor KPIs, champion lean initiatives, and ensure compliance with safety policies and customer requirements while fostering accountability and teamwork across Maintenance, Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain partners.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; college degree preferred.
• 3–5 years manufacturing experience; 1–3 years supervisory experience preferred.
• Experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Direct and coordinate daily production activities to meet production schedules.
• Monitor production performance and adjust resources to achieve efficiency targets.
• Ensure production processes operate according to established procedures and standards.
• Minimize downtime through proactive problem-solving and coordination with support departments.
• Review production reports and analyze KPIs.
• Supervise, coach, and develop production employees; conduct evaluations.
• Promote employee engagement, teamwork, and accountability.
• Manage attendance, scheduling and workforce planning; assist in hiring/training.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Multi-tasking

Lean Manufacturing

MS Office

Manufacturing knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's or Bachelor's degree

Tools

Manufacturing software

Job description

About Kerry

Kerry is the world's leading taste and nutrition company for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries. Every day we partner with customers to create healthier, tastier and more sustainable products that are consumed by billions of people across the world. Our vision is to be our customers' most valued partner, creating a world of sustainable nutrition. A career with Kerry offers you an opportunity to shape the future of food while providing you opportunities to explore and grow in a truly global environment.

About Kerry

Kerry is the world's leading taste and nutrition company for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries. Every day we partner with customers to create healthier, tastier and more sustainable products that are consumed by billions of people across the world. Our vision is to be our customers' most valued partner, creating a world of sustainable nutrition. A career with Kerry offers you an opportunity to shape the future of food while providing you opportunities to explore and grow in a truly global environment.

About the role

The Production Supervisor is responsible for leading and coordinating daily manufacturing operations in the specialty chemical plant and will be assigned to specific areas of the plant depending on need. The role will ensure production goals are achieved safely, efficiently, and in accordance with quality standards. This position supervises production employees, monitors workflow, drives continuous improvement initiatives, and ensures compliance with company policies, safety regulations, and customer requirements.

The Production Supervisor serves as the primary link between management and the production team, fostering a culture of accountability, teamwork, safety, and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

Production Management

• Direct and coordinate daily production activities to meet production schedules and customer demand.
• Monitor production performance and adjust resources as needed to achieve efficiency targets.
• Ensure production processes operate in accordance with established procedures and standards.
• Minimize downtime through proactive problem-solving and coordination with support departments.
• Review production reports and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs).

Team Leadership

• Supervise, coach, and develop production employees, including disciplinary action.
• Conduct performance evaluations and provide ongoing feedback.
• Promote employee engagement, teamwork, and accountability.
• Manage employee attendance, scheduling, and workforce planning.
• Assist in hiring, onboarding, and training new employees.

Safety and Compliance

• Promote and maintain a strong safety culture.
• Ensure compliance with all company safety policies and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct safety meetings, audits, and incident investigations.
• Identify and correct unsafe conditions and behaviors.
• Ensure proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).

Quality Assurance

• Ensure products meet quality standards and customer specifications.
• Investigate quality issues and implement corrective actions.
• Collaborate with Quality personnel to maintain compliance with quality systems.
• Monitor scrap, rework, and defect rates and drive improvements.

Continuous Improvement

• Identify opportunities to improve productivity, quality, safety, and cost performance.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Lead problem-solving activities and root-cause analyses.
• Implement process improvements that enhance operational efficiency.

Communication and Coordination

• Communicate production goals, priorities, and expectations to employees.
• Coordinate with Maintenance, Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Management teams.
• Participate in production meetings and provide operational updates.
• Maintain accurate records and reports related to production activities.

Qualifications and skills

Qualifications

Education

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Business, Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field preferred. Will consider education in progress.

Experience

• 3–5 years of manufacturing experience required.
• Minimum of 1–3 years of supervisory or leadership experience preferred.
• Experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment strongly preferred.

Skills and Competencies

• Strong leadership and employee development skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and production systems.
• Problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and manufacturing software systems.
• Understanding of Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement principles.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment.
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, and climbing.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally.
• Ability to wear required PPE and work around production equipment.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Safety performance and incident rates
• Production output and schedule attainment
• Quality metrics and defect rates
• Employee productivity and engagement
• Labor efficiency and overtime control
• Scrap and waste reduction
• Equipment uptime and operational effectiveness

The pay range for this position is $63,000. - $106,000. in Annual Salary. Kerry typically does not hire an individual at the top or near the top of the range, as we are a pay-for-performance company, and this range is set to continue to reward performance annually while in role. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. The specific compensation offered to a candidate within the above range may be influenced by a variety of factors including skills, qualifications, experience, and internal equity. In addition, this position is also eligible to earn a performance-based incentive compensation. Kerry offers a competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, a 401(k) plan with employee and company contribution opportunities, Employee Share Plan, Life, disability, and accident insurance, and tuition reimbursement. This job posting is anticipated to expire on October 31, 2026