Production Supervisor

Accelera; Melrose Park (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Accelera is seeking a dedicated 2nd Shift Production Supervisor for our Melrose Park, IL facility. You will oversee a team of about 20 staff, ensuring safe, compliant, and efficient daily production while upholding quality standards.

You will mentor staff, optimize workflows, and drive continuous improvement in a high-volume food manufacturing environment on the 2nd shift (3:30 PM–12:30 AM, Mon–Thu).

Qualifications

• Experience leading 20+ staff in a food manufacturing setting.
• Bilingual fluency in English and Spanish is required for floor communications.
• U.S. Citizenship or a valid Green Card is required.
• 2nd shift schedule: 3:30 PM–12:30 AM, Monday through Thursday, with Fridays variable.

Responsibilities

• Direct and mentor a production team of about 20 people.
• Plan daily tasks to meet output, quality, and schedule goals.
• Allocate staff, delegate tasks, and manage priorities.
• Track metrics: labor efficiency, waste, downtime, and output.
• Maintain safety and GMP compliance across the shift.
• Collaborate with Sanitation, Maintenance, Warehouse, and Quality teams.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Leadership

Production supervision

Tools

ERP systems

Excel

Job description

2nd Shift Production Supervisor – Food Manufacturing

Bilingual (English/Spanish) proficiency is required.

Applicants must be U.S. Citizens or hold a fully executed Green Card.

Location: Melrose Park, IL | Shift: 2nd | Status: Full-Time

We are seeking a dedicated 2nd Shift Production Supervisor to join our food manufacturing facility in Melrose Park, IL. In this role, you will oversee a team of roughly 20 staff members, ensuring that daily operations run smoothly while maintaining high standards for safety, quality, and production output.

This position is ideal for a hands-on leader with a background in food manufacturing who is passionate about mentoring staff and optimizing production efficiency.

• Monday through Thursday: Roughly 3:30 PM to 12:30 AM
• Friday: Generally a reduced shift duration
• Location: Based on-site in Melrose Park, IL

Core Responsibilities

• Direct, mentor, and supervise a production team of about 20 individuals
• Organize daily tasks to ensure all output, quality, and scheduling goals are achieved
• Oversee personnel allocation, task delegation, and operational priorities
• Track key performance indicators including labor efficiency, waste, downtime, and output
• Resolve operational, material, or equipment challenges to maintain shift continuity
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Sanitation, Maintenance, Warehouse, and Quality departments
• Help maintain a safe working environment by ensuring strict adherence to food safety, sanitation, and GMP protocols
• Instruct staff on operational standards, safety protocols, and standard operating procedures
• Oversee team development, attendance tracking, and performance accountability
• Maintain accurate records and shift-related documentation
• Drive continuous improvement by identifying ways to minimize waste and boost overall team productivity

Required Qualifications

• Proven background in food manufacturing or food production environments
• Previous experience in a leadership capacity such as a Shift Manager, Manufacturing Supervisor, or Production Supervisor
• Demonstrated success managing teams of 20 or more personnel
• Bilingual fluency in English and Spanish to facilitate clear communication with the production floor
• Must hold U.S. Citizenship or a valid, fully executed Green Card
• Strong capability in managing daily workflows, staffing needs, and production schedules
• Solid understanding of workplace safety, quality standards, sanitation, and GMPs
• Ability to foster a culture of accountability regarding production targets and safety standards
• Flexibility to work the designated 2nd-shift schedule

Technical & Manufacturing Expertise

The following experience is highly beneficial:

• Expertise in food processing and manufacturing environments
• Knowledge of HACCP, GMPs, allergen controls, and preventive food safety measures
• Proficiency in managing production workflows and scheduling
• Experience with shift reporting and operational documentation
• Competence in managing labor and staffing requirements
• Tracking metrics related to yield, scrap, waste, and efficiency
• Applying root-cause analysis to resolve operational issues
• Implementation of Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives
• Troubleshooting equipment and process-related malfunctions
• Development and application of SOPs and standardized work
• Familiarity with OSHA safety standards in a manufacturing setting
• Experience utilizing ERP or production management software
• Data analysis skills using Microsoft Excel

Candidates with a background in high-volume food sectors such as dairy, meat, bakery, beverage, cheese, prepared foods, or refrigerated goods are strongly encouraged to apply.