Production Supervisor

Del Monte Foods; Kankakee (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) with company match

Employer-paid life & disability

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Paid Time Off (PTO)

7 Company Paid Holidays

Telemedicine & EAP

Voluntary benefits (legal, accident)

Eligibility on first of month

Job summary

Del Monte Corporation is seeking a Production Supervisor to oversee all aspects of production at the Illinois site. You will partner with Warehouse, Shipping, and Quality Assurance to optimize yields while maintaining safety and regulatory compliance.

The role requires 2–3 years in a supervisory manufacturing setting, strong Excel skills, and the ability to manage labor and costs effectively. Competitive benefits and a stable, safety‑driven work environment are offered.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED and 2–3 years in a supervisory role.
• Experience in multi-product, line manufacturing environments.
• Knowledge of scheduling, cost control, and inventory control.
• Strong written and verbal communication with management and staff.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and related office tools.

Responsibilities

• Oversee production within the location and coordinate with Warehouse, Shipping, and QA.
• Review production goals daily and address gaps to meet targets.
• Track labor and yield efficiencies and adjust manpower to improve productivity.
• Maintain labor budgets and ensure safe, compliant operations.
• Assist with staff training and development; support supervisors to meet orders on time.
• Ensure raw materials, packaging, and process guidelines meet quality standards.
• Monitor HACCP, GMP, and safety requirements across shifts.
• Communicate production issues and changes to location leadership.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Manufacturing operations

Scheduling & cost control

Quality & food safety

Excel proficiency

Communication skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Excel

MS Office

Job description

Del Monte Corporation is a global leader in fresh fruits and vegetables, delivering quality products from farm to table. With a strong commitment to safety, sustainability, and operational excellence, we take pride in supporting our people and investing in the teams that keep our operations running safely and efficiently every day.

All candidates are subject to a background screening as part of the pre-employment process, and any offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of all required screenings, including background verification and, where applicable, pre-employment drug testing. We are committed to maintaining a safe, healthy, and productive work environment. As part of this commitment, our company upholds a strict drug free workplace policy and takes pride in meeting all applicable safety standards and regulations; candidates selected for positions requiring drug screening must complete testing within the specified timeframe and receive a satisfactory result as a condition of employment.

Benefits We Offer Include:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Employerpaid life & disability insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 7 Company Paid Holidays
• 24/7 Telemedicine & Employee Assistance Program
• Optional voluntary benefits (legal, accident, identity protection)
• Eligibility on the first of the month following your hire date

Purpose of Position:

This position will help the Operations Manager manage and oversee all aspects of production within the location. In this role, will partner with various departments, including Warehouse, Shipping and Receiving and Quality Assurance, to coordinate efforts to improve quality and reduce costs, while maintaining adequate labor and resource utilization, to achieve maximum yields.

Accountabilities:

• Discuss production plan with Production Manager/Operation Manager on a weekly/daily basis.
• Review production goals with staff, on a daily basis, to determine if goals were met. If not, determine what factors prevented the attainment of production goals in order to apply appropriate remedial measures.
• Assist with Tracking labor and yield efficiencies for each shift. Implement changes in manpower to improve productivity yields.
• Maintain the proper labor force and ensure facility is operating within established labor budget.
• Assist the Manager with the production staff training to develop product knowledge and skills.
• Work closely with the Production Supervisors to ensure orders are completed in a timely manner.
• Ensure consistent availability of quality raw materials and packaging.
• Ensure compliance with all preparatory and processing procedures.
• Ensure compliance with all cut and pack size specifications, volume, quality, labeling, packaging and other product related guidelines.
• Coordinate sample production and assist with new product development.
• Partner with Quality Assurance team to monitor processing and finished product temperatures.
• Monitor chlorine levels and ensure appropriate cold chain systems are maintained throughout processing.
• Inspect finished goods to ensure they meet or exceed product specifications.
• Consistently review Quality, GMP and HACCP requirements to ensure company performance standards are met and/or exceeded.
• Effectively communicate with other Managers, Supervisors and other location leadership and teams on production issues and changes.

Minimum Skills Required:

• High School Diploma OR GED, Plus At least 2 to 3 years prior experience in a similar role.
• At least 2 to 3 years prior experience in a similar supervisory role.
• Previous experience working in a multi-product, line manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of supply chain strategies and distribution systems.
• Must be able to communicate well (both written and verbal) with management as well as direct employees in a productive/professional manner.
• Solid background in scheduling and cost control, process management, inventory control, quality assurance and food safety.
• Must be able to work in a wet, cold (<40 degrees) environment for extended periods of time.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Programs (i.e. Word and Outlook, etc.), but experienced with excel is a must.
• Flexible-Willing to move around within department or to different shifts as necessary to analyze, and make necessary changes to machinery and personnel.

***Please note: This position does not qualify for relocation expenses. ***

Del Monte Corporation is a global leader in the production, distribution, and marketing of fresh and fresh-cut fruits and vegetables. Our diverse product portfolio also includes prepared fruits and vegetables, juices, beverages, snacks, and desserts-available in over 80 countries worldwide. With operations spanning more than 35 countries, we've proudly been nourishing families for over 135 years.

We are committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace and are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Fresh Del Monte and its affiliates do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We also participate in E-Verify* where applicable, to ensure employment authorization eligibility. Driven by our core values-Excellence, Care, Passion, Trust, and Creativity-we invite you to explore our career opportunities and join our FRESH team.