Production Supervisor

Wildflower Recruitment Consulting; Jackson (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Wildflower Recruitment Consulting is seeking a Production Supervisor to lead the 1st and 2nd shifts in a food manufacturing setting. The role ensures safety, quality, and efficient production while directing department employees and coordinating with HR on performance matters.

The candidate should have 2–5 years of supervisory experience in food manufacturing, strong communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks under pressure. Proficiency with MS Office is expected.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or equivalent.
• 2-5 years supervisory experience in Food Manufacturing Industry.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Organized time manager with ability to handle multiple tasks.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Model and enforce departmental safety policies, HACCP procedures, GMP’s / SSOP’s and other company policies.
• Responsible for inventory of all materials used in department and finished goods.
• Resolve personnel problems by analyzing data; investigating issues; identifying solutions; recommending action.
• Maintain quality service by establishing and enforcing organization standards.
• Supervise, lead, and train department employees.
• Schedule employees and approve payroll hours, including overtime and paid days off.
• Propose employee pay rate updates and ensure proper rate of pay according to wage schedule outlined in collective bargaining agreement.

Skills

Good interpersonal skills

Flexibility

Pressure handling

Planning/organizing

Communication and documentation

Education

HS Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Production Supervisor - 1st & 2nd Shift Openings

The Production Supervisor is responsible for the direction and leadership of assigned production area and the employees in that section. Reporting to the Plant Manager, the Production Supervisor is responsible for ensuring the quality and safety of the product, as well as production line efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Model and enforce departmental safety policies and practices, HACCP procedures, GMP’s / SSOP’s and other company policies.
• Responsible for inventory of all materials used in department and finished goods.
• Resolve personnel problems by analyzing data; investigating issues; identifying solutions; recommending action.
• Maintain quality service by establishing and enforcing organization standards.
• Review resumes and conduct interviews for qualified candidates for any open position within department.
• Supervise, lead, and train department employees.
• Monitor employee attendance and discipline as necessary.
• Manage hourly employee job performance.
• Coach, affirm, counsel, and discipline as needed.
• Evaluate employees during their probationary period and make determinations on ability of job performance.
• Consult with Human Resources to determine course of action for employees who do not meet the standard requirements.
• Observe subordinates usage of HighJump and ensure the integrity of the information entered into HighJump.
• Schedule employees and approve payroll hours, including overtime and paid days off.
• Propose employee pay rate updates and ensure proper rate of pay according to wage schedule outlined in collective bargaining agreement.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or equivalent
• 2-5 years supervisory experience in Food Manufacturing Industry
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
• Organized time manager with demonstrated ability to handle multiple tasks and responsibilities
• Ability to function well under pressure
• Demonstrated proficiency in communication and documentation skills
• Ability to lift 50 lbs

Required Skills

• Good Interpersonal Skills
• Flexibility
• Ability to deal with pressure
• Planning/Organizational/Follow-Up Skills