Production Supervisor

A. Zerega’s Sons Inc.; Fair Lawn (NJ); On-site; USD 73,000 - 109,000; Full time

Job summary

Winland Foods is seeking a Production Supervisor to lead safety, quality, and productivity on the production floor. You will coach teams, implement CI tools, and apply root-cause analysis to reduce performance gaps across lines.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree, CI/Training background, SAP knowledge, and strong Excel/Power BI data skills. You will manage staffing, training matrices, and ensure GMP/5S compliance while driving continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or related field required.
• Strong CI/training background.
• Proficiency with SAP; experience preferred.
• Excellent data analysis using Excel; Power BI experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication; leadership ability.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate daily start up and changeover processes using SAP tools.
• Schedule personnel including training and temporary staff.
• Maintain records for reprocess and downtime worksheets.
• Verify production numbers and update daily reports.
• Implement corrective actions and CI improvements.
• Ensure GMP/5S guidelines and safety objectives.
• Develop training materials and one-point lessons.

Skills

CI/Training

SAP

Excel/Power BI

Communication skills

Leadership

Report drafting

Education

Bachelor's degree or related field

Tools

SAP

Job description

This leadership role gives production associates direction in safety, quality, and productivity. Facilitates and executes the production department’s action plans. Implements corrective action plans that create long‑term solutions to systemic problems. Supports operators to ensure the ongoing operation of the facility. Performs all tasks safely to ensure achievement of Quality, Service, and Cost objectives. Supports and develops standard operating procedures and requirements. The Production Supervisor will work to naturalize and propagate a Continuous Improvement (CI) culture on the production floor by coaching and facilitating the use of the CI toolsets and standard processes to production employees. Responsible for leveraging team‑based problem‑solving techniques (e.g., Production floor gembas, 5S, root cause, etc.) to investigate, analyze, identify, and mitigate causes of performance gaps on the production line. Responsible for building associate capability and proficiency in operating and maintaining line equipment with the objective of instilling a sense of “machine ownership” in each associate that will be the foundation of the CI initiative. The Supervisor will be accountable for ensuring that production line associates complete the required training matrix for (his/her) line and machine in a specified time determined by plant management. The Supervisor must be energetic, self‑motivated, and comfortable in leading teams, maintaining a sense of urgency in “Making Success Routine” on the production floor, and building the case for CI initiatives focused on enhancing the stability and reliability of the production line.

Employee Type: Full time

Location: NJ Fair Lawn

Job Type: Production Operations

Job Posting Title: Production Supervisor

Schedule: 12 hour shifts for 2nd or 3rd shift options

Work Location: 20-01 Broadway, Fair Lawn, NJ 07410

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401(k) with match
• STD/LTD/AD&D/Life
• HSA
• FSA
• EAP
• Hospital indemnity
• Accident Insurance
• Identity and Fraud Protection Plan
• Legal
• Critical Illness

Salary, based on experience and other qualifications: $73k - $109k annually with additional bonus potential.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Facilitate daily start up, routine production and changeover processes for assigned lines using SAP tools.
• Scheduling of personnel to include training, callouts, and Temporary employees.
• Maintaining records for reprocess.
• Collect and verify the accuracy of downtime worksheets.
• Update and verify the accuracy of the daily production reports.
• Collect, verify, and file the production checklists.
• Verify production numbers with the warehouse and pack production numbers.
• Implement the production plan for the shift.
• Ensure that the current production schedule is being followed.
• Manage the indirect material inventory levels to ensure that the demands for production are available.
• Follow up with the Quality Control department on hold situations to facilitate the creation and implementation of new procedures into the daily production routine to prevent future issues.
• Coordinate the maintenance work order process for Production.
• Manage recovery of any non‑conforming product delivered to warehouse, coordinate reworking back into production run (missing codes, incorrect coding, and any defective incidents).
• Implement corrective actions and continuous improvements to improve processes per management.
• Manage GMP/5S guidelines.
• Participate in projects as assigned.
• Ensure compliance with all policies and procedures as well as par.
• Achieve and/or exceed safety objectives for area of responsibility.
• Ensure accuracy of all employee documentation.
• Develop and deliver presentations as required.
• Support Plant’s Safety Initiatives and Policies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or related field required.
• Strong experience in CI/Training background.
• Knowledge of SAP preferred.
• Proficient in the use of spreadsheets, and be able to assimilate, analyze, and interpret data to effectively drive production line performance - Excel and Power BI utilized.
• Possess effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Effectively lead production employees, communicate goals and objectives.
• Coordinate communication between production floor associates and management.
• The ability to draft reports, develop one‑point lessons, and publish written training material.

Physical Activity / Working Conditions

Work is performed in various locations inside and outside the Plant. Work involves exposure to temperature extremes, high noise levels, wetness, heights, dust, moving equipment, vibrations, and vapors. Equipment used includes various pumps, valves, piping, hose, tanks, machinery, computers and associated software, control panel, forklifts, hand tools, copy machine, label makers and any equipment identified in the role. Personal protective equipment includes safety glasses, slip resistant/safety shoes and hearing protection. Employees must comply with all safety policies and safe work procedures established by the company.

Job tasks may involve:

• Lifting up to 55 pounds.
• Frequent carrying, reaching, bending, crawling, standing and repetitive motion, and working at heights.
• Employees will be expected to attend safety and GMP training, serve on the facility safety committee if requested and participate in hazard analysis and resolution.
• Travel to other sites may periodically be required.

We cannot identify all the skills a position may require since job responsibilities and the Company’s needs may change over time. Therefore, the above job description is not comprehensive or exhaustive. The Company reserves the right to adjust, add to or eliminate any aspect of the above description. The Company also retains the right to require all employees to undertake additional or different job responsibilities when necessary to meet business needs.

EEO Statement

Winland Foods seeks to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool, and as a global company we believe our success is enhanced by fostering equity and inclusion in the workplace. Therefore, Winland Foods is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military or veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

About Us

At Winland Foods, we’re passionate about creating exceptional food experiences that bring people together. We are a dynamic and growing company specializing in meal preparation products—from pasta and sauces to plant‑based proteins and more. Our portfolio includes beloved consumer brands and custom private‑label solutions for retail and foodservice channels.

Why Work With Us?

• Commitment to Quality: We consistently exceed industry standards across our value chain.
• Sustainability & Responsibility: We prioritize environmental stewardship and make a positive impact on the world around us.
• People First: The safety, well‑being, and growth of our employees are at the heart of everything we do.

Our Culture

We’re a team of food enthusiasts who value collaboration, innovation, and integrity. At Winland Foods, you’ll find an environment where your ideas matter, your contributions are recognized, and your career can thrive.

Explore Opportunities

At Winland Foods, you’ll find opportunities across operations, supply chain, marketing, and product development—roles where your work truly makes an impact. By joining our team, you become part of a forward‑thinking organization that values passion, collaboration, and shared success with our customers. Together, we’re shaping the future of food.

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