Production Supervisor

Lactalis USA; Turlock (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in dairy production is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Production Supervisor to join their dynamic team. This role is crucial for ensuring smooth operations in a fast-paced environment, focusing on quality and personnel management. The ideal candidate will leverage their expertise in food production to optimize processes, manage schedules, and lead a team effectively. With a commitment to safety and diversity, this company offers a supportive workplace where your contributions will help shape the future of dairy products. If you have a passion for excellence and a drive for results, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in food production or similar.
• Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices.

Responsibilities

• Ensure smooth, safe, and productive department operations.
• Analyze daily operations and maintain production reports.
• Monitor machine speeds and troubleshoot on production lines.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Conflict resolution skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Associate degree

Tools

Word

Excel

Cheese-making equipment

Job description

Description

Lactalis American Group is seeking 2nd & 3rd shift Production Supervisors for our Central Valley Cheese (CVC) team in Turlock, CA.

Lactalis, a global leader in dairy and a family-owned business with over 85,000 professionals worldwide, is committed to providing healthy, delicious dairy products that unite people daily. Our product range includes award-winning brands such as Galbani, President, Kraft Natural Cheese, Cracker Barrel, Black Diamond, Parmalat, Siggi's, and Stonyfield Organic, along with European imports.

Our core values—AMBITION, ENGAGEMENT, and SIMPLICITY—guide us. We promote a safe, diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. We encourage candidates from varied backgrounds to apply, sharing their STORY, PASSION, and EXPERTISE. You might be the perfect fit for this or other roles.

Lactalis is an equal opportunity employer, committed to non-discrimination based on veteran status, race, religion, sex, age, disability, and other legally protected categories.

From your PASSION to ours

The Production Supervisor ensures smooth, safe, and productive department operations, focusing on production, quality, and personnel. Responsibilities include overseeing milk receiving, sanitation, production specifications, and quality, under the guidance of the Assistant Plant Director.

From your EXPERTISE to ours

Key responsibilities:

• Analyze daily operations and their impact on plant performance.
• Maintain production reports, including line time, downtime, and cleanup checks.
• Optimize manpower to reduce labor costs.
• Monitor machine speeds, adjust equipment, and troubleshoot on the production lines.
• Assist in planning and scheduling personnel, including temporary staff.
• Be proactive, flexible, detail-oriented, and capable of working independently under regulations.
• Manage stress, demonstrate responsibility, integrity, and professionalism.
• Align with values of ambition, engagement, and simplicity.

Requirements

From your STORY to ours

Qualifications:

• Associate degree from a two-year college or technical school.
• 2-3 years of experience in food production or similar.

Specialized Knowledge

• Knowledge of cheese-making equipment (DMC, cooker, extractors); proficiency in Word and Excel.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Understanding of Good Manufacturing Practices.
• Ability to manage production schedules.

Skills / Abilities

• Problem-solving and corrective action skills.
• Ability to facilitate change and continuous improvement.
• Conflict resolution skills.
• Strong ethics, confidentiality, and interpersonal skills.
• Results-oriented leadership through people.