Production Supervisor

NatureBest Precut & Produce, LLC; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

NatureBest Precut & Produce, LLC is seeking a Production Supervisor to oversee daily operations in a fast-paced food processing environment. You will lead production teams, monitor line performance, ensure safety and quality, and drive continuous improvement while maintaining regulatory compliance.

Qualifications include 3-5 years in food production with prior supervision, a high school diploma or GED (associate or bachelor’s preferred), and strong GMP knowledge.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in food production, manufacturing, or related environment.
• Prior supervisory or leadership experience required.
• Education: High school diploma or GED; associate or bachelor's preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily production operations to meet output, quality, and efficiency targets.
• Lead, coach, and develop production staff; provide training on SOPs, GMPs, and safety procedures.
• Enforce safety policies and promote a culture of food safety and PPE usage.
• Coordinate with QA, Sanitation, Maintenance, and Warehouse teams; communicate priorities to leadership.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

GMP Knowledge

Team Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

High School Diploma

Associate Degree

Job description

Company Description

NatureBest Precut & Produce, LLC is committed to delivering exceptionally fresh, high-quality produce to its customers. The company combines fresh thinking and innovative approaches to ensure that every product reflects the very best nature has to offer. NatureBest uses both hand and machine cutting methods, selecting the approach that creates the best-tasting and most consistent product. This thoughtful, proactive, and quality-focused process supports a superior end-user experience and reinforces the Best in NatureBest. Team members join a culture that values care, craftsmanship, and attention to detail in every step of production.

Role Description

The Production Supervisor is responsible for overseeing daily production operations to ensure efficiency, quality, food safety, and employee safety in a fast-paced food processing environment. This role leads production teams, ensures adherence to schedules, and drives continuous improvement while maintaining compliance with company and regulatory standards.

• Production Operations & Supervision: Supervise and coordinate daily production activities to meet output, quality, and efficiency targets. Monitor production line performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement corrective actions. Ensure proper staffing levels and assign daily tasks based on production schedules. Maintain smooth shift transitions and communicate key updates between teams.
• Team Leadership & Development: Lead, coach, and motivate a team of production employees, including leads and line workers. Provide training on SOPs, safety procedures, GMPs, and job responsibilities. Address performance issues, attendance concerns, and disciplinary actions as needed. Foster a positive, accountable, and team-oriented work environment.
• Safety & Operational Excellence: Enforce workplace safety policies and promote a safety-first culture. Ensure proper use of PPE and safe operation of equipment. Identify and report safety hazards; implement corrective measures. Support continuous improvement initiatives related to efficiency, waste reduction, and productivity.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Coordinate with QA, Sanitation, Maintenance, and Warehouse teams. Communicate production priorities and changes to leadership and support teams. Support maintenance activities and minimize downtime during production.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or GED required; associate or bachelor's degree preferred.
• Experience: 3-5 years of experience in food production, manufacturing, or related environment.
• Prior supervisory or leadership experience required.

Skills

• Strong knowledge of GMP, food safety, and production processes.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in produce or perishable food environments.
• Familiarity with yield management and efficiency tracking.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish).
• Ability to work in cold, wet environment for extended periods.
• Strong observation, communication, and documentation skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong commitment to food safety and regulatory compliance.
• Ability to stand as a role model for GMPs and safety practices.
• Problem-solving and analytical thinking.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• May require flexibility and ability to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, or overtime during peak production periods.
• Work performed in a cold (34-38°F), wet, and fast-paced production environment.
• Frequent exposure to water, fresh produce, and production equipment.
• Regular presence on production floor with continuous employee interaction.
• Required to follow all PPE guidelines, including hairnets, gloves, aprons, sleeves, and safety footwear.
• Closed-toe, slip-resistant footwear is required at all times.
• Exposure to noise, moving machinery, and variable temperatures.

Physical Demands

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods (8-12 hour shifts).
• Frequent bending, reaching, stooping, and walking production lines.
• Ability to lift, push, or pull up to 40-50 pounds as needed.
• Ability to work in cold and wet environments continuously.
• Manual dexterity to operate equipment controls and handle materials.
• Visual acuity to monitor production quality and safety conditions.
• Ability to wear required PPE for extended periods.

Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.