Production Supervisor (Panning) 2nd Shift - Forest Park, IL

VetJobs; Forest Park (IL); On-site; USD 81,000 - 114,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Job summary

Ferrara in Forest Park, Illinois is seeking a Panning Production Supervisor to oversee hourly production and warehouse activities, ensuring compliance with GMP, HACCP, and FDA guidelines. You will lead cross-functional teams, manage shift changes, and drive continuous improvement initiatives in a fast-paced environment.

Required: 2+ years in manufacturing leadership; experience with SAP or ERP; strong communication and problem-solving skills; proficiency in MS Office and Lean TPM concepts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, operations, or related field strongly preferred
• Minimum 2 Years' Experience In Leadership Role In Manufacturing
• Experience working with SAP or similar ERP system
• Understanding of GMP principles
• Process, packing, and mechanical experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Understanding of LEAN Manufacturing Principals
• Experience using RedZone a plus
• Knowledge of TPM (Total Productive Maintenance) pillars a plus

Responsibilities

• Supervise the execution of production and logistics plans through operators and other hourly labor in production and warehouse functions
• Participate in the development and implementation of plans and policies to ensure compliance in all areas of responsibility
• Operate production lines in accordance with FDA guidelines, GMPs, and HACCP/SQF program guidelines
• Direct and guide operators and their activities in execution of production and/or logistics plans (receiving, processing, mixing, cooking, packaging, shipping, etc)
• Responsible for shift change management and communication as well as daily production standards and labor reconciliation
• Develop employees to ensure compliance and achieve quality
• Resolve problems and mitigate operational issues that result in negative performance
• Support Lean Training as directed by Operations Manager
• Owns regulatory compliance and food safety process, including proper sanitary condition, allergen control, pest control, food safety policy, employee safety policies and procedures, and maintaining MCRS sustainability standards
• Participate in daily food review
• Support and execute relevant projects as needed

Job description

Job Description

Job Description - ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS - Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. If you have the required skill set, education requirements, and experience. Unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is "On-Site" at the location detailed in the job post. Due to the highly interactive nature of this manufacturing position, in-person attendance and flexibility are essential for supporting production schedules, effective communication and collaboration, real-time problem solving, and participation in cross-functional initiatives. Schedules may vary and are subject to change

Core Hours: 4pm-4am

Want to make an impact?

The Panning Production Supervisor is responsible for supervising hourly employees and executing production and logistics plans. The Panning Production Supervisor is responsible for overall operations of the Panning department, including warehouse, labor relations, production, site security, quality, safety, and regulatory compliance. This Supervisor also partners cross-functionally to develop and execute continuous improvement initiatives and promote a culture of quality and safety across the department.

Ways you will make a difference

• Supervise the execution of production and logistics plans through operators and other hourly labor in production and warehouse functions
• Participate in the development and implementation of plans and policies to ensure compliance in all areas of responsibility
• Operate production lines in accordance with FDA guidelines, GMPs, and HACCP/SQF program guidelines
• Direct and guide operators and their activities in execution of production and/or logistics plans (receiving, processing, mixing, cooking, packaging, shipping, etc)
• Responsible for shift change management and communication as well as daily production standards and labor reconciliation
• Develop employees to ensure compliance and achieve quality
• Resolve problems and mitigate operational issues that result in negative performance
• Support Lean Training as directed by Operations Manager
• Owns regulatory compliance and food safety process, including proper sanitary condition, allergen control, pest control, food safety policy, employee safety policies and procedures, and maintaining MCRS sustainability standards
• Participate in daily food review
• Support and execute relevant projects as needed

Minimum Education Required

High School/GED

Skills that will make you successful

• Strong verbal and written communication skills with ability to work with employees at all levels of the organization
• Effective time management abilities
• Demonstrated ability to manage complexity
• Independent, self-sufficient with a strong sense of urgency

Experiences that will support your success

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, operations, or related field strongly preferred

Minimum 2 Years' Experience In Leadership Role In Manufacturing

• Previous food manufacturing experience preferred, with experience managing complex continuous improvement initiatives
• Experience working with SAP or similar ERP system
• Understanding of GMP principles
• Process, packing, and mechanical experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Understanding of LEAN Manufacturing Principals
• Experience using RedZone a plus
• Knowledge of TPM (Total Productive Maintenance) pillars a plus

What We Offer

At Ferrara, we're proud to support our employees with comprehensive benefits that enhance health, financial wellness, and include paid time off (PTO). Eligible employees may also receive an annual bonus based on company performance.

Compensation

The salary range for this role is $81,225 to $113,715 annually.

City*

Forest Park

State*

Illinois

Job_Category

Manufacturing

Job Code

Manufacturing Manufacturing

Affiliate Sponsor

Ferrara

Salary Range

$75,000-$100,000