Shift Production Supervisor - Food Manufacturing Leader

Harlan Bakeries, LLC; Avon (IN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Harlan Bakeries, LLC in Avon, IN is seeking a Production Shift Supervisor to lead a production shift. You will direct and coordinate all production activities, ensure quality and safety, and manage handoffs between shifts to maintain schedules.

Responsibilities include setting up equipment, monitoring bake and proofing processes, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. Candidates should have 3–5 years of food manufacturing leadership experience and be prepared for 10–12 hour shifts.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated leadership skills in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to work in a collaborative environment.
• Provide communication to workforce via written, visual, and electronic methods to build agreement and understanding.
• Strong time management skills with attention to detail.
• Bilingual in Spanish a plus.
• Familiar with food manufacturing, safety and quality process concepts, practices, and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Direct, coordinate, and manage all production activities of shift operation.
• Facilitate transitions between shifts and ensure seamless handoffs; communicate key information to peers and Production Management.
• Ensure production of quality products in a clean, safe plant within operating standards and schedules.
• Setup and checkout of production equipment to ensure proper start-up.
• Monitor product make-up, proofing, and bake to established standards.
• Direct equipment adjustments to maintain product quality and on-time production.
• Ensure adequate supplies for a smooth production run.
• Support continuous improvement groups such as SQF and lean initiatives.
• Adhere to GMPs, food safety checks, HACCP, and quality policies.
• Oversee scheduling, performance, hiring, discipline, coaching, training and development and termination recommendations.
• Train, motivate and coach staff to fulfill production requirements and develop a flexible workforce with low turnover.
• Explain and enforce company policy and procedures; respond to problems promptly.
• Seek clarity in communications and follow up as needed.
• Perform other required tasks as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Problem solving

Communication

Time management

Bilingual Spanish

Food manufacturing knowledge

Education

Associates or bachelor's degree

Job description

Harlan Bakeries, LLC in Avon, IN is seeking a Production Shift Supervisor to lead a production shift. You will direct and coordinate all production activities, ensure quality and safety, and manage handoffs between shifts to maintain schedules.

Responsibilities include setting up equipment, monitoring bake and proofing processes, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. Candidates should have 3–5 years of food manufacturing leadership experience and be prepared for 10–12 hour shifts.