Production Supervisor (2nd Shift) / Food Manufacturing Experience Required

KettleWorks; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturing company is seeking a Production Supervisor for the 2nd Shift. The role involves overseeing operations on the manufacturing floor, ensuring safe and efficient production while complying with food safety standards. Ideal candidates will have strong leadership skills and a solid background in food manufacturing. This position offers a competitive salary, with responsibilities that include workforce management, quality compliance, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in food manufacturing supervision.
• Strong knowledge of food safety regulations (HACCP, GMP, FDA, USDA, SQF).
• Leadership experience with the ability to motivate teams.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and optimize daily production activities.
• Ensure compliance with GMPs, HACCP, and food safety regulations.
• Lead, train, and mentor production employees.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Decision-making

Knowledge of food safety regulations

Job description

Production Supervisor (2nd Shift) / Food Manufacturing Experience Required

Production Supervisor (2nd Shift) / Food Manufacturing Experience Required

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The Food Manufacturing Production Supervisor is responsible for overseeing daily operations on the manufacturing floor to ensure efficient, safe, and high-quality food production. This role requires strong leadership skills, the ability to work in a fast-paced environment, and a focus on continuous improvement. The Production Supervisor will coordinate production activities, enforce food safety and quality standards, and lead a team to meet production goals while maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:

Production Operations & Workflow Management

• Supervise and optimize daily production activities to ensure schedules and output targets are met.
• Monitor and adjust workflow to prevent bottlenecks and improve efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP), and other food safety regulations.
• Lead, train, and mentor production employees to achieve performance goals.
• Conduct regular team meetings, provide feedback, and support employee development.
• Foster a culture of teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Quality & Food Safety Compliance

• Ensure all products meet quality and safety standards, conducting inspections and addressing deviations.
• Implement and enforce food safety protocols, including SQF, HACCP, FDA, USDA, and company-specific policies.
• Work closely with the Quality Assurance (QA) team to resolve quality issues and implement corrective actions.

Safety & Compliance

• Enforce workplace safety regulations and ensure compliance with OSHA and company policies.
• Conduct safety training sessions and audits, addressing any hazards or incidents.
• Promote a safety-first culture and ensure employees follow sanitation and hygiene standards.

Process & Continuous Improvement

• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and enhance production quality.
• Collaborate with engineering and maintenance teams to optimize equipment performance and reliability.
• Analyze production metrics and implement process improvements.

Inventory & Resource Management

• Oversee raw material availability to ensure uninterrupted production.
• Work with the supply chain team to maintain optimal stock levels and reduce waste.
• Monitor usage of ingredients and packaging to minimize costs.

Reporting & Communication

• Maintain accurate records of production output, downtime, waste, and efficiency metrics.
• Generate reports for management and recommend operational improvements.
• Communicate effectively with other departments, including quality, logistics, and maintenance.

Key Metrics

• Line yield: Minimizing product loss and maximizing efficiency.
• Waste reduction: Minimizing material loss and production defects.
• Food safety & compliance: Adherence to HACCP, GMP, and regulatory standards.

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge Skills, and Abilities):

• 3+years of experience in food manufacturing supervision or a related production environment (REQUIRED).
• Strong knowledge of food safety regulations (HACCP, GMP, FDA, USDA, SQF).
• Leadership experience with the ability to motivate and develop teams.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 25 lbs.
• Comfortable working in a cold, hot, or wet production environment, depending on product type.
• Available to work the 2:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. shift.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Food and Beverage Manufacturing

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