Production Supervisor - Food Manufacturing

Alpha Baking Company; Chicago (IL); In loco; USD 65.000 - 90.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Alpha Baking Company in Chicago, IL seeks a Production Supervisor to oversee manufacturing operations at multiple Illinois plants. You will lead production staff, manage scheduling, and train on GMP, safety, and company policies to ensure quality and compliance.

The role requires 3 years of manufacturing experience and 1 year in a supervisory capacity, with strong leadership and communication skills. Day-to-day duties include coordinating materials, monitoring equipment, and reporting

Competenze

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• 3 years manufacturing experience and 1 year supervisory experience.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.

Mansioni

• Lead and supervise production employees; schedule; train on GMP, safety and company policies.
• Monitor equipment settings and operations to ensure adherence to standards.
• Control process standards across mixing, fermentation, baking, packaging, and coding.
• Coordinate materials to meet production requirements.
• Complete process control and quality assurance documentation.
• Improve production processes to reduce waste.
• Maintain reports on productivity, downtime, quality.
• Provide guidance and disciplinary actions to maintain safety and productivity.
• Address employee issues and collaborate with other departments.

Conoscenze

Leadership

Management

Problem-solving

Manufacturing

Communication

MS Office

ERP systems

Formazione

High School Diploma

Bachelor's degree preferred

Strumenti

ERP systems

MS Office

Descrizione del lavoro

Production Supervisor - Food Manufacturing

Job Category: Production

Requisition Number: PRODU003413

• Posted : October 9, 2026
• Full-Time

Locations

Showing 1 location

Chicago, IL 60639, USA

Description

Responsibilities:

• Lead and supervise production employees, complete scheduling, conduct training sessions on job functions, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Safety protocols, and company policies, ensure adherence to safety and quality standards.
• Monitor equipment settings and operations to ensure adherence to company standards and maintain proper functionality.
• Control process standards throughout various stages including mixing, fermentation, dividing, molding, proofing, baking, slicing, packaging, and coding.

Coordinate and ensure sufficient material supply to meet production requirements.

Supervise the completion of process control and quality assurance documentation for accuracy and timeliness.

• Continuously improve production processes and procedures to enhance efficiency and reduce waste.
• Accurately complete required documents and reports within specified deadlines.
• Maintain regular communication with department heads regarding employee performance, equipment status, process control, quality assurance, safety, and sanitation issues.
• Report maintenance and sanitation concerns promptly to respective departments for resolution.
• Generate regular reports on production metrics, including productivity, downtime, and quality.
• Provide guidance and administer disciplinary actions as necessary to maintain a safe, sanitary, and productive work environment.

Address and resolve employee issues at the initial stage.

• Work collaboratively with other departments as needed to support overall operational goals.

Physical Demands:

• Ability to work on feet for entire shift. Weekend work required when scheduled.
• Perform tasks requiring standing, lifting, pulling, climbing, pushing, pulling, and bending.
• Work in high ambient temperatures.

Qualifications:

Education:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Bachelor's degree in manufacturing management or related field preferred.

Skills:

• Strong leadership and managerial skills.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities.
• Understanding of manufacturing processes and best practices.
• Ability to effectively communicate with team members at all levels.
• Attention to detail and commitment to safety and quality standards.
• Proficiency in MS Office and ERP systems.

Experience:

• 3 years of manufacturing experience.
• 1 year of supervisory experience.

About Us: Alpha Baking Company, Inc., founded in 1979, is a national distributor of breads, rolls, buns, and sweet goods. Headquartered in Chicago, Alpha Baking operates production plants in Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, and Wisconsin. Its retail brands include S. Rosen’s, MaryAnn, Natural Ovens Bakery, Kreamo, and Golden Hearth, along with private label products and the Alpha Baking foodservice brand.

EEO Statement: Alpha Baking Company, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, prohibiting unlawful discrimination based on any protected classification under applicable laws, including race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, or veteran status.

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