Production Supervisor - Food Manufacturing

GoodHeart Brand Specialty Foods; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the food production sector is seeking a Production Manager to oversee a large team and drive operational improvements. The role involves managing workflow, maintaining product quality, and ensuring safety compliance. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership abilities and demonstrate effective problem-solving skills to enhance production processes.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing large teams (70+ employees) in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong leadership skills with a focus on team accountability.
• Working knowledge of plant equipment and food safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a production team of over 70 employees to meet production targets.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance production efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and quality standards.

Skills

Leadership

Team Building

Communication

Problem Solving

Decision Making

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Computer software

Job description

Job Summary

Reporting to the Operations Manager, leads team members to identify, manage, and execute the plant’s process improvement opportunities. Manages production staff to attain production and quality goals. Identifies problems or bottlenecks in production processes and resolves issues. Ensures production resources including materials, equipment and human resources are available as needed to maintain production schedules. Supports continuous improvement goals in safety, quality, cost and customer service. Responsible for managing and owning various functions of the business and creating an engaged and team-oriented work force in order to improve business results.

Essential Job Duties And Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a production team of 70+ employees to meet daily production targets and ensure operational efficiency.
• Monitor and maintain high standards of product quality through effective quality control measures.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimize production processes, reduce waste, and enhance efficiency.
• Foster a safe work environment by ensuring compliance with safety protocols and company policies.
• Train, coach, and develop team members to maximize performance and job satisfaction.
• Collaborate with other departments to align production with company goals and address any challenges.
• Inspects machines and equipment to ensure specific operational performance and optimum utilization prior to operations.
• Develops or revises standard operational and working practices to ensure compliance with various standards including product specs and food safety.
• Enforces company rules, regulations, and procedures.
• Evaluates subordinate performance, coaches employees, and provides information for work performance improvement.
• Participate in the support of plant and company safety programs, promoting and maintaining a high level of awareness and adherence to defined employee safety requirements such as lock-out/tag-out, personal protective equipment, confined space entry, etc.
• Additional duties as assigned.
  
  
  

Education And Experience

• High school diploma, or equivalent.
• Must be available to work flexible hours as needed to meet business demands.
• Proven experience managing large teams (70+ employees) in a production or manufacturing environment.
• Strong leadership and team-building skills with a focus on motivation and accountability.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Working knowledge of plant equipment and safety including GMP's
• A self-motivated individual that can multi-task and lead others.
  
  
  

Skills And Abilities

• Must be able to read, write and speak English fluently, bilingual a plus.
• Standing and walking for continuous periods, including 8–12-hour shifts or required necessary hours.
• Ability to bend, lift and/or twist.
• Must have strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work efficiently under stressful situations
• Must be able to use a computer and associated software programs
• Perform all tasks safely to ensure achievement of quality, service, and cost objectives.