Production Supervisor: Lead Quality & Efficiency

Thistle; Burlington (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Thistle is seeking a Production Supervisor to oversee daily manufacturing operations, lead a team of Production Leads and Associates, and ensure high-quality, safe, and efficient plating and packaging of meals, snacks, and beverages.

Reporting to the Production Manager, you will uphold GMP, implement SOPs, collaborate with Culinary and Facilities, monitor materials and weight specs, and drive improvement to meet 97% accuracy and zero allergy incidents, while leading weekly safety meetings.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma is required.
• Proven experience in production or manufacturing supervision, with a strong emphasis on quality control and operational efficiency.
• Excellent leadership skills with a track record of developing high-performing teams.
• Comprehensive knowledge of GMP, SOPs, and OSHA compliance standards.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities, with attention to detail in documentation and processes.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, to influence and align teams toward achieving production goals.
• A results-driven mindset with a passion for process improvement and achieving operational excellence.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while maintaining composure and focus.
• A collaborative approach, partnering with cross-functional teams to deliver consistent, high-quality outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team to meet production goals while fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Conduct performance evaluations, provide coaching, and identify training opportunities to enhance productivity, KPI achievement, and attendance.
• Ensure adherence to GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) to uphold product quality and compliance.
• Implement and enforce Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and policies, ensuring consistent execution across production teams.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Culinary and Facilities, to ensure smooth operations and compliance with organizational standards.
• Monitor the accuracy of manifests, documentation, and weight specifications to meet production requirements.
• Oversee and verify proper handling of production handoffs, materials, and packaging components.
• Drive initiatives to achieve production accuracy targets of 97% or higher and maintain zero allergy-related errors through strict adherence to Allergy SOPs.
• Ensure efficient line clearance, proper disposal of compost, and adherence to Plate Production protocols.
• Maintain accuracy and accountability in packing operations, driving pack errors to meet or exceed OKR goals.
• Ensure all packing processes, including cleaning and organizing shipping boxes, meet operational standards.
• Enforce allergy compliance protocols to maintain zero incidents.
• Lead weekly safety meetings to communicate policy updates and ensure OSHA compliance.
• Conduct internal QA audits in collaboration with the QA team to maintain the highest safety and quality standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Process improvement

Collaboration

Attention to detail

Quality control

GMP/SOP/OSHA knowledge

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Thistle is seeking a Production Supervisor to oversee daily manufacturing operations, lead a team of Production Leads and Associates, and ensure high-quality, safe, and efficient plating and packaging of meals, snacks, and beverages.

Reporting to the Production Manager, you will uphold GMP, implement SOPs, collaborate with Culinary and Facilities, monitor materials and weight specs, and drive improvement to meet 97% accuracy and zero allergy incidents, while leading weekly safety meetings.