Production Supervisor

Nissin Foods (USA) Co., Inc.; Gardena (CA); Presencial; USD 38.000 - 47.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Nissin Foods (USA) Co., Inc. in Gardena, CA seeks a hands-on supervisor to lead production line operations with full accountability for safety, quality, productivity, and yield.

You will supervise Supervisor II and III staff, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive continuous improvement across the line. The role may require acting as shift leader, coordinating multiple lines and supporting plant operations in absence of the Chief Supervisor.

Formación

• Associate degree or six+ months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Effective communication and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and production reporting systems (ERP/ADP or similar).
• Ability to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Responsabilidades

• Lead and oversee assigned production line operations with full accountability for safety, quality, productivity, and yield, while aligning performance with overall shift objectives.
• Serve as acting shift leader when assigned, coordinating multiple lines, setting priorities, and supporting execution in the absence of the Chief Supervisor.
• Drive a strong safety culture and ensure regulatory compliance by auditing practices, reinforcing standards, and resolving escalated safety concerns across the line or shift.
• Own product quality performance by validating critical process controls, ensuring adherence to specifications, and leading timely corrective actions for any deviations.
• Achieve and sustain production and efficiency targets through proactive management of throughput, downtime, and operational constraints.
• Lead, coach, and develop Supervisor II and Supervisor III roles, building leadership capability and ensuring consistent execution across the team.
• Oversee yield performance and loss reduction efforts by identifying root causes of inefficiencies and implementing sustainable operational and mechanical improvements.
• Ensure accuracy and compliance of all required documentation and process control reporting, recognizing its regulatory and operational importance.
• Partner with maintenance to ensure equipment reliability, including evaluating repair quality, addressing recurring issues, and preventing temporary fixes from becoming permanent.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives by refining workflows, optimizing labor utilization, and enhancing line and shift performance.
• Coordinate workforce deployment and coverage across the line (and shift when needed) to maintain operational continuity and efficiency.
• Ensure line readiness and sanitation standards by verifying equipment condition, enforcing cleaning practices, and maintaining a production-ready environment.

Conocimientos

Effective communication

Problem solving

Flexibility

Educación

AA or equivalent (2-year college/technical school)

Herramientas

ERP/ADP or similar

Descripción del empleo

Overview

Responsible for leading production line operations with full accountability for safety, quality, productivity, and yield performance, while supporting overall shift objectives. This role oversees and develops Supervisor II and III staff, ensures compliance with all operational and regulatory requirements, and drives continuous improvement across the line. The Supervisor I may also serve as acting shift leader, coordinating multiple lines and supporting plant operations in the absence of the Chief Supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee assigned production line operations with full accountability for safety, quality, productivity, and yield, while aligning performance with overall shift objectives.
• Serve as acting shift leader when assigned, coordinating multiple lines, setting priorities, and supporting execution in the absence of the Chief Supervisor.
• Drive a strong safety culture and ensure regulatory compliance by auditing practices, reinforcing standards, and resolving escalated safety concerns across the line or shift.
• Own product quality performance by validating critical process controls, ensuring adherence to specifications, and leading timely corrective actions for any deviations.
• Achieve and sustain production and efficiency targets through proactive management of throughput, downtime, and operational constraints.
• Lead, coach, and develop Supervisor II and Supervisor III roles, building leadership capability and ensuring consistent execution across the team.
• Oversee yield performance and loss reduction efforts by identifying root causes of inefficiencies and implementing sustainable operational and mechanical improvements.
• Ensure accuracy and compliance of all required documentation and process control reporting, recognizing its regulatory and operational importance.
• Partner with maintenance to ensure equipment reliability, including evaluating repair quality, addressing recurring issues, and preventing temporary fixes from becoming permanent.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives by refining workflows, optimizing labor utilization, and enhancing line and shift performance.
• Coordinate workforce deployment and coverage across the line (and shift when needed) to maintain operational continuity and efficiency.
• Ensure line readiness and sanitation standards by verifying equipment condition, enforcing cleaning practices, and maintaining a production-ready environment.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Associate degree (AA) or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school or six+ months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Effective communication and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and production reporting systems (ERP/ADP or similar).
• Ability to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous supervisory experience in food manufacturing or related production environment strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of food safety, GMPs, HACCP, and OSHA safety standards.

Pay Range

USD $27.50 - USD $34.31 /Hr.

About Us

OUR FOUNDER, MOMOFUKU ANDO There is only one company that can rightfully claim the Pinnacle of Noodledom. Only one company whose founder, faced with a Japanese food shortage after WWII, invented instantramenand sparked a 3-minute global revolution. Only one whose spirit of innovation continues to provide simple, nourishing delight to billions of people. Only one that has been loved around the world for more than 60 years. There is only one Nissin Foods. NISSIN IN THE U.S. On a trip to the U.S. in 1966, Mr. Ando noticed Americans curiously eating forkfuls of noodles out of cups, instead of using bowls and chopsticks. With that simple observation, the worldwide Cup Noodles® phenomenon was born. Shortly after, Nissin officially put down its roots in the U.S. In 1972, our Gardena, CA, plant started production of Top Ramen®—the first instant ramen manufactured and sold in the U.S. And ever since, Nissin Foods USA has launched a continuous stream of new and innovative products for hungry, noodle-loving Americans. WHY NISSIN? Nissin Foods celebrates diversity and inclusion both in our brands and how we do business. Why? Innovation is best driven by diverse perspectives, whichcreateunique results. Respect, steady professional growth, and quality work make our team stronger. We welcome quality folks to join Team Nissin and fulfill our mission to “make people happy by creating delicious, convenient and value-oriented Asian-inspired meal solutions.” If you celebrate innovation and love noodles, you belong here! Nissin Foods USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.