Production Supervisor - 3rd shift

The Fresh Factory B.C. Ltd.; Downers Grove (IL); On-site; USD 33,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

STD, LTD, and Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Holiday pay

Culture of trust and growth

Job summary

The Fresh Factory is seeking a 2nd Shift Production Supervisor to lead and coordinate all manufacturing activities for fresh food products on-site in Downers Grove. The role emphasizes safety, quality, and efficiency in a fast-paced environment, with bilingual Spanish-English requirements and a 3rd shift schedule.

Pay ranges from $24 to $31 per hour, plus differential, based on experience and skillset. We offer a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for growth within a culture of

Qualifications

• 3+ years in food manufacturing required.
• Strong communication and people management skills.
• Bilingual in Spanish and English (speaking, reading, and writing) is required.
• Food Handlers Certificate required; forklift certification preferred.
• Basic computer proficiency; experience with data analysis and Lean Six Sigma preferred.
• Physical requirements: lift/move up to 25 lbs; stand for long periods; wear PPE.

Responsibilities

• Safety & Compliance: Maintain a safe work environment and ensure compliance with food safety and sanitation standards.
• Production Oversight: Direct daily operations to meet production targets within specified timeframes.
• Team Management: Supervise, train, and motivate a team of 5+ direct reports.
• Process Management: Oversee the flow of materials and processes, inspect for efficiency and quality.
• Record Keeping: Complete and submit required reports and documentation at shift end.
• Cross-Department Collaboration: Work with engineering, operations, safety, QA, logistics, and finance.

Skills

Bilingual Spanish-English

Leadership

Data analysis

Lean Six Sigma (preferred)

Education

Food Handlers Certificate

Forklift Certification

Tools

Basic computer proficiency

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity for a 2nd Shift Production Supervisor will lead and coordinate all manufacturing activities, including cleaning, preparation, filling, processing, and packaging of fresh food products. This role requires strong leadership skills to ensure safety, quality, and efficiency in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will have food manufacturing experience and excel at motivating teams to meet and exceed production goals. Bilingual proficiency in Spanish and English is required.

Schedule: 3rd shift

Location: On-site in Downer's Grove

Pay: $24-31/hr, depending on experience & skillset, plus differential

Benefits

We offer competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• Voluntary STD, LTD, and Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Holiday pay
• A culture of trust and growth opportunities

Responsibilities

• Safety & Compliance: Maintain a safe work environment and ensure compliance with food safety and sanitation standards.
• Production Oversight: Direct daily operations to meet production targets within specified timeframes.
• Team Management: Supervise, train, and motivate a team of 5+ direct reports, fostering a collaborative work environment.
• Process Management: Oversee the flow of materials and processes, conducting inspections to ensure efficiency and quality.
• Record Keeping: Complete and submit required reports and documentation at the end of each shift.
• Cross-Department Collaboration: Work closely with departments including engineering, operations, safety, quality assurance, logistics, and finance.

Qualifications

• Experience: 3+ years in food manufacturing required.
• Leadership: Strong communication and people management skills.
• Language Skills: Bilingual in Spanish and English (speaking, reading, and writing) is required.
• Certifications: Food Handlers Certificate required; forklift certification preferred.
• Technical Skills: Basic computer proficiency; experience with data analysis and Lean Six Sigma preferred.
• Physical Requirements:
  • Ability to lift/move up to 25 lbs.
  • Ability to stand for long periods and bend or stoop as needed.
  • Must wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

Benefits

We offer competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• Voluntary STD, LTD, and Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Holiday pay
• A culture of trust and growth opportunities

About Us

At The Fresh Factory, we’ve built a platform to accelerate the growth of emerging food and beverage brands. We are vertically integrated from the farm to the shelf, providing more than traditional manufacturing and serving as a trusted growth partner for leading brands.

Join us and shape the future of fresh food production!