Production Supervisor - 3rd Shift

Maker's Pride; Bolingbrook (IL); On-site; USD 58,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Production Supervisor for the 3rd Shift to oversee all mixing, baking, forming, and packaging activities. This role demands a strong leader with supervisory experience in manufacturing, particularly in food or packaging. You will be responsible for managing a team, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards, and optimizing production processes. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and possess excellent communication and conflict management skills, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a company that values efficiency and quality in its operations.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years supervisory experience in manufacturing, preferably in food or packaging.
• Proficiency in MS Office and SAP is essential.

Responsibilities

• Supervise a team of 20 to 80 employees per shift.
• Manage raw materials to ensure minimum waste and labor costs.
• Ensure compliance with customer service standards and company policies.

Skills

Influence management

Conflict resolution

Project management

Data analysis

Strategic planning

Budget management

Personnel management

Tools

SAP

MS Office Suite

Employee timekeeping systems

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Job Summary

The Production Supervisor is responsible for all mixing, baking, forming, and packaging activities required to safely produce quality products with the most efficient use of labor and materials on scheduled shifts and lines.

Job Duties

Duties may include, but are not limited to:

• Supervise a team of 20 to 80 employees per shift.
• Oversee the direction, coordination, and evaluation of employees, including supervising lead employees.
• Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with company policies and laws, including hiring, training, performance appraisal, and discipline.
• Maintain knowledge of SQF, GMP policies, SAP processes, OSHA/MiOSHA regulations, HPS/LEAN tools, and Microsoft Office.
• Manage raw materials to ensure minimum waste and labor costs, and control formula consistency.
• Monitor inventory rotation and maintain a 5S environment.
• Schedule and approve employee work hours, addressing scheduling and payroll issues.
• Ensure compliance with customer service standards and company policies.
• Review production schedules, plan operations, and resolve operational issues to minimize costs and delays.
• Inspect machinery, resolve employee complaints, and handle disciplinary actions.
• Train and develop employees to meet future needs.
• Attend meetings and make presentations as needed.
• Follow GMPs, safety, health, and environmental regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge & Competencies

Knowledge of:

• Maker's Pride procurement, products, and production processes
• Experience with SAP

Skills in:

• Influence management, conflict resolution, project management
• Data analysis and presentation
• Strategic planning and budget management
• Personnel management

Ability To

• Define problems, analyze data, and draw conclusions.
• Make decisions in a fast-paced environment.
• Communicate effectively in English.
• Interpret various instructions and documents.
• Respond to inquiries and complaints.
• Present information clearly to different audiences.
• Perform basic math and apply related concepts.

Proficiency In

• MS Office Suite, SAP, employee timekeeping systems

Minimum Qualifications

• 3-5 years supervisory experience in manufacturing, preferably in food or packaging manufacturing.
• Proficiency in MS Office and SAP.
• Excellent communication, conflict management, decision-making, and organizational skills.
• Strong leadership and self-confidence.
• Basic mechanical skills.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to use hands, see, hear, talk, lift up to 50 lbs, and work in variable conditions.
• Ability to work in variable temperatures and humidity, and perform physical tasks such as climbing and repetitive reaching.

Work Environment

• Ability to work well with others, meet deadlines, handle multiple priorities, and communicate effectively.
• Sponsorship for work authorization is not available; candidates must be legally authorized to work.

The pay range is $58,962 - $88,444/year, with additional benefits and potential incentives. Hearthside is an Equal Opportunity Employer.