Shift Production Leader: Safety, Quality & Throughput

Nissin Foods (USA) Co., Inc.; Gardena (CA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Nissin Foods (USA) Co., Inc. in Gardena, CA seeks a hands-on supervisor to lead production line operations with full accountability for safety, quality, productivity, and yield.

You will supervise Supervisor II and III staff, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive continuous improvement across the line. The role may require acting as shift leader, coordinating multiple lines and supporting plant operations in absence of the Chief Supervisor.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or six+ months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Effective communication and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and production reporting systems (ERP/ADP or similar).
• Ability to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee assigned production line operations with full accountability for safety, quality, productivity, and yield, while aligning performance with overall shift objectives.
• Serve as acting shift leader when assigned, coordinating multiple lines, setting priorities, and supporting execution in the absence of the Chief Supervisor.
• Drive a strong safety culture and ensure regulatory compliance by auditing practices, reinforcing standards, and resolving escalated safety concerns across the line or shift.
• Own product quality performance by validating critical process controls, ensuring adherence to specifications, and leading timely corrective actions for any deviations.
• Achieve and sustain production and efficiency targets through proactive management of throughput, downtime, and operational constraints.
• Lead, coach, and develop Supervisor II and Supervisor III roles, building leadership capability and ensuring consistent execution across the team.
• Oversee yield performance and loss reduction efforts by identifying root causes of inefficiencies and implementing sustainable operational and mechanical improvements.
• Ensure accuracy and compliance of all required documentation and process control reporting, recognizing its regulatory and operational importance.
• Partner with maintenance to ensure equipment reliability, including evaluating repair quality, addressing recurring issues, and preventing temporary fixes from becoming permanent.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives by refining workflows, optimizing labor utilization, and enhancing line and shift performance.
• Coordinate workforce deployment and coverage across the line (and shift when needed) to maintain operational continuity and efficiency.
• Ensure line readiness and sanitation standards by verifying equipment condition, enforcing cleaning practices, and maintaining a production-ready environment.

Skills

Effective communication

Problem solving

Flexibility

Education

AA or equivalent (2-year college/technical school)

Tools

ERP/ADP or similar

Job description

Nissin Foods (USA) Co., Inc. in Gardena, CA seeks a hands-on supervisor to lead production line operations with full accountability for safety, quality, productivity, and yield.

You will supervise Supervisor II and III staff, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive continuous improvement across the line. The role may require acting as shift leader, coordinating multiple lines and supporting plant operations in absence of the Chief Supervisor.