Production Supervisor (2nd Shift)

The Original Cakerie; Humble (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Dessert Holdings is seeking a Production Supervisor to lead 2nd shift in Humble, TX. You will oversee production and packaging operations, drive CI initiatives, and ensure safety, quality, and efficiency standards are met.

Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will coach staff and foster teamwork across shifts. The role requires 3–5+ years in an industrial food manufacturing setting, a technical degree or equivalent experience, and strong leadership and problem‑solving abilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Associate degree in a technical field preferred or equivalent experience.
• Strong leadership and teambuilding abilities are required.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Effective oral and written communication skills in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee production and/or packaging lines and ensure safe, efficient operation.
• Monitor process steps, variables, control points and equipment performance.
• Lead CI and Lean Manufacturing initiatives to drive improvements.
• Plan and drive CI projects as Team Leader and Team Member.
• Foster cross-functional collaboration to transfer knowledge and improve performance.
• Provide direction, coaching and development to direct reports.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards.
• Manage line resources and budget; plan maintenance and repairs.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-Solving

Analytical

Teamwork

Planning

Education

Bachelor's/Associate in technical field

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

Outlook

Job description

PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR - 2nd shift

Dessert Holdings is the leading premium dessert company in the world. We craft artisanal, scratch-made desserts at scale, combining culinary innovation with the finest real ingredients. With a rich heritage spanning seven distinctive brands, we bring unmatched expertise and tailored solutions to our Retail and Foodservice partners.

Dessert Holdings is looking for aProduction Supervisorto join our growing team inHumble, TX. The Production Supervisor reports to the Operations Manager and is directly responsible for the day-to-day production and/or packaging operations. This person will be responsible for achieving safety, quality, delivery, cost, and motivational objectives (SQDCM) through both individual and team contributions and collaboration with fellow team members. In addition, this person will continuously monitor line performance, quality, costs and safety to ensure that they are within standard, and initiate corrective and preventive actions when standards are not met. The Production Supervisor provides direction, leadership, development and support to direct reports through empowerment, teamwork, on-the-job assignments. The Production Supervisor will lead and contribute to on-going Continuous improvement (CI) initiatives.

Job Responsibilities

• Operation and oversight of production and/or packaging Lines
• Manage work flow by monitoring steps of the process; setting processing variables; observing control points and equipment.
• Develop and apply Continuous Improvement (CI) and Lean Manufacturing (LM) tools to continuously understand problems and improve performance
• Plan, lead and contribute to on-going stream of CI initiatives as Team Leader and Team Member
• Proactively develop cross functional and shift-to-shift collaborative relationships to transfer knowledge and drive performance improvement
• Leadership, Supervision and Individual & Team Development: Provide direct reports with leadership, direction, feedback and coaching to achieve work objectives and improve performance and skills
• Achieve manufacturing objectives by communicating job expectations; planning, monitoring, and appraising job results; coaching, counseling, and disciplining employees; initiating, coordinating, and enforcing systems, policies and procedures.
• Develop individual and team capability using skill assessment, coaching, training, developing personal growth opportunities and performance management tools
• Compliance with Regulatory, Company and Industry Best Practice Operating and Safety Requirements:
• Satisfy safe and clean work environment by educating and directing personnel on the use of all control points, equipment and resources; maintaining compliance with established policies and procedures.
• Monitor & Maintain Employee, Equipment and Facility compliance with Regulatory and Company requirements for Human Safety and Food Safety
• Budgeting and Management of Line/Department Resources & Expenses
• Plan and build budgets for operation, maintenance, major repairs and improvements
• Effectively manage Line/Department Operating, Maintenance and Labor Expenses

Qualifications

• Bachelor or Associate technical degree preferred – combination of education and/or experience equivalent required
• 3 to 5+ years of related work experience in an industrial food manufacturing operation; prior supervisory experience strongly preferred
• Demonstrated strong leadership, team and teambuilding skills
• Experience with Continuous Improvement and Lean Manufacturing initiatives and tools
• Strong analytical, trouble shooting, conflict resolution and problem-solving skills
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work with individuals and groups of diverse backgrounds and with varying education and expertise levels
• Proficient with MS Word, Excel, and Outlook and basic mathematical skills.
• Effective planning, organizing and priority setting skills.
• Shift flexibility including extended hours, weekends and holidays when required

About Dessert Holdings

Dessert Holdings is a collection of premium dessert companies and brands: The Original Cakerie, Lawler's Desserts, Atlanta Cheesecake Company, Steven Charles, Dianne's Fine Desserts, Kenny's Great Pies, and Willamette Valley Pie Company. Dessert Holdings is owned by Bain Capital, is headquartered in St. Paul, Minnesota, employs more than 3,500 people across ten manufacturing facilities, and is continuing its journey of rapid growth.

EEO Statement

Dessert Holdings and its related entities provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or any other characteristics protected by law.