Production Supervisor (2nd Shift)

IRCA Group; Affton (MO); On-site; USD 79,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Production Supervisor for the 2nd shift. This role involves leading a team, ensuring compliance with food safety standards, and driving continuous improvement in production processes. With over 100 years in the industry, the company offers a dynamic environment where your leadership can make a significant impact. Join a team that values collaboration and results, and enjoy competitive compensation and growth opportunities in a thriving food manufacturing sector.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, & Vision

401(k) matching

Paid Vacation

Holidays

Employee Education Tuition Reimbursement Program

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience in production or manufacturing, preferably in food.
• Prior supervisory experience leading a production team.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage a team of production operators on the 2nd shift.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and quality standards.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement in production processes.

Skills

Leadership and people management

Communication skills

Food safety standards (HACCP, GMP, FDA, USDA)

Problem-solving and decision-making

Microsoft Office proficiency

Production management software (ERP)

Education

Minimum 2-5 years in production/manufacturing

Prior supervisory experience

Tools

Production management software

Job description

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The Irca Group is an International Leader in high quality finished and semi-finished ingredients for the bakery, pastry, and ice cream markets. With a solid history of over 100 years in the industry, the Group has its headquarters in Italy (Gallarate) and a strong global footprint with 23 production sites and over 2000 employees in Europe, the United States and Vietnam.

Our core product categories include chocolate, compounds, chocolate decorations, sprinkles, creams, pastry mixes, gelato ingredients, nuts and candied fruit. The most recent acquisition of Kerry Sweet complements our existing categories with the addition of sweet particulates, chocolate confections, inclusions, variegates and frozen fruit purees.

Through its 8 key brands (IRCA, Dobla, in2food, Via Degli Orsini, JoyGelato, RaviFruit, Cesarin and Anastasi) the IRCA Group offers an unparalleled "one-stop shop" approach for delivering quality solutions to all ingredients needs, through a broad range of innovative products. We offer every day and seasonal solutions to 3 macro channels: Gourmet, Food Manufacturing and Consumer Product (Retail). “Extraordinary made simple”

We are currently seeking a 2nd Shift Production Supervisor for our plant operations. We are seeking a person whose leadership drives results, while building trust and collaboration with all departments.

The Irca Group is an International Leader in high quality finished and semi-finished ingredients for the bakery, pastry, and ice cream markets. With a solid history of over 100 years in the industry, the Group has its headquarters in Italy (Gallarate) and a strong global footprint with 23 production sites and over 2000 employees in Europe, the United States and Vietnam.

Our core product categories include chocolate, compounds, chocolate decorations, sprinkles, creams, pastry mixes, gelato ingredients, nuts and candied fruit. The most recent acquisition of Kerry Sweet complements our existing categories with the addition of sweet particulates, chocolate confections, inclusions, variegates and frozen fruit purees.

Through its 8 key brands (IRCA, Dobla, in2food, Via Degli Orsini, JoyGelato, RaviFruit, Cesarin and Anastasi) the IRCA Group offers an unparalleled "one-stop shop" approach for delivering quality solutions to all ingredients needs, through a broad range of innovative products. We offer every day and seasonal solutions to 3 macro channels: Gourmet, Food Manufacturing and Consumer Product (Retail). “Extraordinary made simple”

We are currently seeking a 2nd Shift Production Supervisor for our plant operations. We are seeking a person whose leadership drives results, while building trust and collaboration with all departments.

Responsibilities

• Supervision & Leadership:
• Supervise and manage a team of production operators and packaging staff on the 2nd shift, assigning daily tasks and provide guidance to team members
• Ensure that all team members are trained and following operational procedures, including food safety and sanitation standards
• Act as the first point of contact for resolving production issues and employee concerns during the shift
• Motivate and encourage team members to meet performance goals and maintain high standards of work
• Production Oversight:
• Monitor and adjust production processes to ensure that production schedules are met on time and efficiently ensuring high-quality production
• Maintain records of production volumes, equipment performance, and other relevant data
• Quality Control:
• Ensure compliance with food safety and quality standards (e.g., GMP, HACCP, SQF, FDA, USDA regulations)
• Oversee the implementation of quality control processes during production, ensuring all products meet the required specifications
• Investigate and support the Quality team to resolve any quality issues or non-conformities and implement corrective actions
• Perform regular inspections and audits of finished goods and raw materials for quality assurance.
• Safety and Compliance:
• Enforce all safety protocols and ensure employees are wearing necessary protective equipment
• Promote a safety culture on the floor and ensure compliance with workplace safety regulations and food safety practices addressing any safety hazards and report incidents or accidents following company protocols
• Communication and Coordination:
• Communicate production goals, updates, and challenges to the Production Manager and other departments
• Collaborate with maintenance staff to ensure any equipment malfunctions or breakdowns are addressed in a timely manner
• Ensure proper handover of production tasks and status updates to the next shift supervisor
• Continuous Improvement:
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement in production processes, efficiency, and cost reduction
  

Qualifications

• Experience:
• Minimum 2-5 years of experience in a production or manufacturing environment, preferably in the food industry
• Prior experience in a supervisory role, leading a team in a production setting
• Skills & Abilities:
• Leadership and people management skills
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Solid understanding of food safety standards and regulations (HACCP, GMP, FDA, USDA)
• Problem-solving and decision-making abilities to manage production challenges
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and production management software (ERP systems, etc.)
• Physical Requirements:
• Ability to stand for long periods of time and move around the production floor
• Ability to lift up to50 pounds and work in an industrial environment with moderate noise
  
  

Why Join Us:

Irca Group offers career growth opportunities as well as competitive compensation and benefits: Medical, Dental, & Vision, 401(k) matching, Paid Vacation, and Holidays, Employee Education Tuition Reimbursement Program

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Food and Beverage Manufacturing

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