Production Supervisor (Cheese)

Leprino Foods Company; Tracy, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 102,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Life insurance

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k)/Profit-sharing

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Parental leave

Tuition assistance

Employee assistance

Wellness programs

Job summary

Leprino Foods Company seeks a Production Supervisor (Cheese) in our Tracy facility to lead a team of hourly workers in the Cheese Department. You will ensure product quality, safety, and efficient production each shift while planning staffing and coordinating with maintenance and quality teams.

Ideal candidates have a bachelor’s degree in Food Science or Dairy Tech and 5+ years in food manufacturing, including supervisory experience. Weekend and overnight shifts required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Dairy Technology, or related field.
• 5+ years of food manufacturing experience; 1+ year in supervision or mentoring.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of hourly cheese workers each shift to ensure quality, safety and output.
• Plan daily staffing to hit production goals while maintaining a safe environment.
• Mentor team members through coaching and training.
• Oversee operations to meet productivity, yield and quality standards.
• Coordinate with maintenance and quality teams to ensure timely repairs and compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Food manufacturing

SAP

Staff scheduling

Coaching

Safety training

Education

B.S. in Food Science / Dairy Tech

Tools

None

Job description

Within our 300-person union manufacturing facility in Tracy – Leprino is seeking a Production Supervisor (Cheese) to move our organization to even larger levels of dairy ingredient growth! We take pride in our vision to be 'world's best', it is why we work harder, invest more, and continually innovate.

At Leprino, starting compensation for this role typically ranges between $90,000 and $102,000. This position has an annual target bonus of 10%.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead and support a team of hourly employees in ourCheese Department, ensuring consistent product quality, team safety, and efficient production each shift!
• Plan and schedule daily staffing to meet production goals while maintaining a safe, collaborative work environment.
• Guide, mentor, and develop team members through coaching, feedback, and ongoing technical and safety training.
• Build a culture of trust and teamwork by communicating clearly and recognizing performance that makes a difference!
• Supervise daily shift operations to meet or exceed established standards for productivity, yield, and product quality.
• Partner with maintenance and quality teams to identify equipment needs and ensure timely repairs that keep production moving.
• Reinforce company policies consistently and fairly while encouraging accountability and engagement.
• Oversee quality systems and sanitation programs that meet all food safety expectations and regulatory requirements.
• Promote and lead safe work practices every day, ensuring employees have the tools and training they need to perform their jobs safely.
• Monitor financial and operational performance, recommending improvements that enhance efficiency and reduce waste.

You Have At Least (Required Qualifications):

• A bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Dairy Technology, or a related field — or equivalent work experience.
• 5+ years of experience in food manufacturing, with at least 1 year of experience leading, mentoring, or delegating work to others.
• Working knowledge of processing or packaging systems, including equipment operations and troubleshooting.
• Strong computer proficiency and the ability to learn systems such as SAP or other manufacturing software.
• Able to work weekends, swing, and overnight shifts.

We Hope You Also Have (Preferred Qualifications):

• Experience in dairy or cheese manufacturing, particularly in packaging or processing operations.
• Prior supervisory experience in a production or manufacturing setting.
• Technical understanding of packaging systems and mechanical aptitude for diagnosing operational issues.
• Familiarity with HACCP, GMPs, and sanitation practices that ensure food safety excellence!

At Leprino, we believe in equal employment opportunity and make employment decisions based on each individual’s unique talents, experience, skills, and knowledge; we do not discriminate on the basis of any personal characteristics. We know we are better together and are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive culture in which all employees can thrive.

Offering You In Return:

• competitive salaries and bonuses
• life
• medical/dental/vision coverage
• voluntary benefits
• employee assistance programs
• wellness incentives
• tuition assistance
• vacation
• ten paid holidays
• sick time
• paid parental leave
• annual merit increases
• the LFC Profit-Sharing & 401(k) plan

Our Story:

Leprino’s history dates back to the 1950s, when Jim Leprino first started making small batches of mozzarella for local markets and eateries in the Little Italy neighborhood of Denver. We’ve grown a bit since then. Today, Leprino is the world’s largest manufacturer of mozzarella and lactose, and a leading producer of whey protein. Still owned by the Leprino family, our sights are set to be the “World’s Best Dairy Food and Ingredient Company.” From a small corner grocery store we have grown to over 5,500 employees throughout the globe. Will you join us on our journey?

Leprino uses Psychemedics for a 90-day hair follicle drug test as part of the employee pre-employment process and also participates in E-Verify. All employees in our manufacturing facilities are required to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as mandated by their role and location.Leprinosupports a drug-free workplace and is an EEO / Aff M / F / Disability / Veteran.