Production Supervisor

Bunge Iberica SA; Decatur (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Family support - parental leave and 6+

Job summary

Bunge is seeking a Production Manager in Decatur, IN to oversee day-to-day Refined Oil operations on the shift and support the Production Manager in boosting productivity while maintaining safety and regulatory compliance.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in engineering and 5+ years in industrial operations, with strong leadership and problem-solving skills. Comprehensive benefits included.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field is required.
• 5+ years in soybean crushing, oil refining, or related industrial ops.
• Proficiency with basic computer software and reporting tools.

Responsibilities

• Supervise day-to-day Refined Oil production operations on the assigned shift.
• Promote safety culture and ensure compliance with food safety and sanitation standards.
• Monitor productivity metrics and approve shift reports and KPIs.
• Support planning of plant shutdowns and maintenance activities.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and action planning.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Ability to work odd hours

Education

Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering, manufacturing engineering, chemical engineering or related field

Tools

Lotus Notes

Microsoft Word

Job description

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Date: Aug 19, 2026

Location: Decatur, IN -Indiana, US, 46733-1160

City : Decatur State : Indiana (US-IN) Country : United States (US) Requisition Number : 47517

A Day in the Life:

Responsible for the safe and efficient supervision of day-to-day assigned Refined Oil production operations department shift. Support the Production Manager in monitoring and improving plant productivity.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Foster and promote a strong safety culture in which unsafe behaviors are not tolerated, and all employees and leaders share a commitment to achieving zero injuries.
• Champion food safety by supporting a strong food safety culture, maintaining compliance with customer and regulatory requirements, and driving continuous improvement of the site's Food Safety Management System.
• Ensure compliance with sanitation standards and programs, providing support for sanitation inspections and the implementation of corrective actions as needed.
• Monitor, track, and report key productivity metrics and operational performance improvements for the assigned shift.
• Review and approve daily operating reports, Key Performance Results (KPRs), and other production documentation to ensure accuracy and accountability.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve operational challenges to minimize downtime and maximize production efficiency.
• Provide operational input and support in the planning and execution of annual plant shutdowns and maintenance activities.
• Support Process Safety Management (PSM) programs and initiatives where applicable, ensuring adherence to established safety and risk-management standards.
• Partner with the Safety and Environmental Manager to ensure full compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements across the assigned shift.
• Drive Operations Excellence initiatives that support safety, quality, productivity, and cost-performance objectives while fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
• Lead and support continuous improvement efforts, serving as a change agent to successfully implement and sustain operational improvements.
• Monitor key performance indicators and develop action plans to align shift performance with Operations Excellence goals and business objectives.
• Participate in daily production and cross-functional meetings to maintain alignment on operational priorities, performance expectations, and plant objectives.
• Assist with employee relations and personnel investigations, recommending and implementing appropriate corrective actions when necessary.
• Demonstrate and promote company core values through teamwork, integrity, accountability, and a commitment to operational excellence.
• Perform additional duties and special projects assigned to support plant and organizational objectives.

Skills/Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering, manufacturing engineering, chemical engineering or related field or equivalent progressive experience of 5+ years in soybean crushing, oil refining, oil packaging operations, or related and applicable activities in support of industrial operations is required
• Proficiency with basic computer skills, including Lotus Notes, Microsoft Word and other technical software packages, as needed
• Ability to work odd hours, weekends and rotating shift schedule required
• Health Benefits – Offering choices so you can enroll in medical, dental and vision plans that meet your individual needs.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Investing in your future with an automatic 5% company contribution AND matching up to 4% of your contributions.
• Family Support – Supporting new and growing families by providing 6 weeks of 100% paid parental leave and fertility coverage.
• Tuition Reimbursement – after one year of service, eligible for tuition expenses reimbursement of up to $5000 per year.
• Time Off – Providing generous PTO based on professional work experience
  • 0 – 9 years: 25 days
  • 10 – 19 years: 30 days
  • 20+ years: 35 days

At Bunge (NYSE: BG), our purpose is to connect farmers to consumers to deliver essential food, feed and fuel to the world. As a premier agribusiness solutions provider, our team of ~34,000 dedicated employees partner with farmers across the globe to move agricultural commodities from where they’re grown to where they’re needed—in faster, smarter, and more efficient ways. We are a world leader in grain origination, storage, distribution, oilseed processing and refining, offering a broad portfolio of plant-based oils, fats, and proteins. We work alongside our customers at both ends of the value chain to deliver quality products and develop tailored, innovative solutions that address evolving consumer needs. With 200+ years of experience and presence in over 50 countries, we are committed to strengthening global food security, advancing sustainability, and helping communities prosper where we operate. Bunge has its registered office in Geneva, Switzerland and its corporate headquarters in St. Louis, Missouri. Learn more at Bunge.com.

Every day our people exemplify these values, which represent Bunge at its core:

• We Are One Team – Collaborative, Respectful, Inclusive
• We Lead The Way – Agile, Empowered, Innovative
• We Do What’s Right – Safety, Sustainability, With Integrity

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