Production Supervisor - Night Shift

Carolina Foods Inc.; Pineville (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Employee Discounts

Career Growth & Advancement

Growing Legacy

12-hour night shifts

Job summary

Carolina Foods in Pineville, NC is seeking a Production Supervisor – Night Shift to lead a fast-paced bakery production team, ensuring quality, safety, and on-time delivery.

This hands-on leadership role requires strong manufacturing management experience, ability to coach teams, manage inventory, and maintain GMP/SQF/FDA standards. 12-hour night shifts with physical work and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of manufacturing management experience.
• Hands-on experience with yeast-raised sweet breads in a bakery setting.
• Strong leadership skills capable of motivating a team.
• Advanced problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Tech-savvy with familiarity of JD Edwards, SAP, IR scanners (a plus).
• Lift up to 75 lbs, stand for long periods, and work in a physically demanding environment.
• Bachelor's degree preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and supervise production team to meet deadlines and quality standards.
• Drive performance by monitoring processes and improving efficiency.
• Ensure GMP, SQF, and FDA compliance and a safe working environment.
• Develop and motivate employees, fostering continuous improvement and teamwork.
• Troubleshoot issues, manage raw material inventory, and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Promote safety and quality through adherence to OSHA and company regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Team motivation

Adaptability

Technical aptitude

Safety awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

JD Edwards

SAP

IR scanner guns

Job description

Production Supervisor

Location: Carolina Foods – Pineville, NC

Join the Legacy – Build the Future!

Carolina Foods, the maker of Duchess Brand snacks and the creator of one of America's first Honey Buns, has been delivering quality and innovation for over 90 years. As a leading manufacturer of sweet baked goods, including honey buns, baked pies, fried pies, and gem donuts, we are entering an exciting phase of growth and expansion. We are looking for motivated and experienced leaders to join our journey and help shape the future!

The Opportunity

We are seeking a Production Supervisor – Night Shift to lead, coach, and inspire our production team in a fast-paced, high-volume food manufacturing environment. This hands-on role ensures the efficient production of our beloved products while maintaining the highest standards of quality, safety, and teamwork.

What You'll Do

Lead & Manage – Supervise, schedule, and coordinate production team members to meet deadlines and quality standards.

Drive Performance – Monitor and improve production processes, ensuring efficiency, consistency, and adherence to company goals.

Ensure Compliance – Maintain GMP, SQF, and FDA standards, fostering a safe and sanitary work environment.

Develop & Motivate – Coach, train, and mentor employees, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and teamwork.

Optimize Operations – Troubleshoot issues, oversee raw material inventory, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance productivity.

Enhance Safety & Quality – Promote safety awareness, enforce best practices, and ensure compliance with all OSHA and company regulations.

What We're Looking For

• 5+ years of manufacturing management experience (Food production preferred)
• Hands‑on experience with yeast-raised sweet breads in a bakery setting
• Strong leadership skills – ability to motivate and inspire a team
• Advanced problem-solving & decision-making skills
• Tech‑savvy – Familiarity with JD Edwards, SAP, IR scanner guns is a plus
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs., stand for extended periods, and work in a physically demanding environment
• Bachelor's degree preferred but not required

Why Join Carolina Foods

• Comprehensive Benefits Package – 401(k) with match, health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Employee Discounts on our delicious products
• Career Growth & Advancement Opportunities
• Be Part of a Growing Legacy – Help shape the future of an industry leader!
• Schedule:
• 12-hour shifts (6PM-6AM) | 4-5 shifts per week
• Night Shift | Weekends as needed

Carolina Foods is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.