Production Supervisor – 1st Shift

NorthPoint Search Group; Gainesville (GA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

NorthPoint Search Group is seeking a Production Supervisor for the 1st shift to lead daily manufacturing operations in a fast-paced environment. You will supervise 30-80 hourly team members, manage staffing, throughput, yield, quality, and shift performance, and drive productivity improvements.

A hands-on leader with strong communication is essential. The role emphasizes safety, adherence to food safety standards, and collaboration with other departments to meet schedules and maintain high

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience leading a large hourly workforce preferred.
• Working knowledge of packaging operations and production processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily production operations, balance labor, monitor line speeds, minimize downtime.
• Oversee startups, changeovers, allergen transitions, and shutdowns.
• Monitor temperatures, freezer exit temperatures, and weights within specifications.
• Maintain separation between raw and RTE areas; escalate out-of-spec products.
• Supervise and train 30–80 hourly employees, coaching and cross-training.
• Collaborate with maintenance, quality, sanitation, and shipping.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Staffing

Bilingual English/Spanish

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Production reporting systems

Job description

Production Supervisor - 1st Shift

Salary

$75,000-$90,000 annually, depending on experience

Schedule

Full-Time | 1st Shift

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Production Supervisor to lead daily manufacturing operations in a fast-paced production environment. This individual will supervise 30-80 hourly team members and be responsible for staffing, production throughput, yield, quality, and overall shift performance. The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader who understands manufacturing operations, can effectively manage a large hourly workforce, and is committed to improving productivity, maintaining quality standards, and developing a strong production team.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead daily production operations, including assigning and balancing labor, monitoring line speeds, minimizing downtime, and ensuring production schedules are met.
• Oversee production startups, changeovers, allergen transitions, and shutdowns.
• Ensure temperatures, freezer exit temperatures, and product weights are monitored, documented, and maintained within specifications.
• Maintain proper separation between raw and ready-to-eat (RTE) production areas and expedite any out-of-specification products to Quality Assurance.
• Supervise, coach, train, and cross-train a team of 30-80 hourly employees to improve productivity and operational performance.
• Address employee performance concerns and partner with Human Resources when necessary.
• Collaborate with maintenance, quality, sanitation, and shipping departments to maintain efficient production operations.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement, including reducing downtime, product giveaway, waste, and changeover times.
• Complete production reports, shift documentation, and performance updates for plant leadership.
• Promote a safe, clean, and organized work environment while ensuring compliance with company policies and food safety standards.

Qualifications

• Previous production or manufacturing experience strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment, ideally overseeing a large hourly workforce.
• Working knowledge of packaging operations and production processes.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate, develop, and hold team members accountable.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.li>
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and production reporting systems.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus.

Schedule & Physical Requirements

• 1st Shift position.
• Flexibility to work overtime, weekends, and holidays as production needs require.
• Ability to walk and stand on the production floor for extended periods.
• Ability to climb stairs, ladders, and platforms.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.

Compensation Base

$75,000-$90,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications.

Why This Opportunity?

This is an excellent opportunity for a production leader who enjoys being actively involved in daily operations, developing employees, and driving measurable improvements in manufacturing performance. The position offers the opportunity to lead a sizable production team, work closely with plant leadership, and make a direct impact on operational efficiency, product quality, and overall plant success.