Split shift production supervisor

VALENTINE ENTERPRISES, INC.; Lawrenceville (GA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated individual to assist in managing packaging operations within a state-of-the-art facility. This role involves collaborating with senior managers to ensure safety, quality, and efficiency in production processes. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, a proactive approach to problem-solving, and the ability to communicate effectively across all levels of the organization. Join a company that values integrity and innovation, and be part of a team committed to producing high-quality products that contribute to a healthier world. If you are looking for a fulfilling career in a supportive environment, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

401K

Profit Sharing

Disability Insurance

Paid Holidays

Paid PTO

Paid Training

Educational Assistance

Clothing Allowance

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required with 2+ years in a supervisory role.
• Strong communication and change management skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing plant packaging activities and enforce safety standards.
• Conduct shift briefings and maintain production equipment.

Skills

Change Management

Coaching and Development

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Strategic Thinking

Prioritization

Team Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Science

Bachelor’s degree in Business

Bachelor’s degree in Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

ERP Systems

Job description

Company Description

Located in Lawrenceville, Georgia, Valentine Enterprises, Inc. (VEI) has been in business since 1972. We specialize in developing and packaging powdered supplements for some of the world’s largest and most well-known food and supplement marketers. Our experience in producing more than 1,500 products offers unsurpassed expertise in developing today’s most in-demand products. VEI does not manufacture its own brand. Each product is manufactured to be customer specific and proprietary.

As a contract and private label manufacturer, Valentine Enterprises Lawrenceville facility is a 300,000 square feet state-of-the-art manufacturing facility. This facility is equipped for contract blending, filling, bulk fills and flexible packaging solutions. In addition, VEI staffs a full product development lab that excels in flavor profiles and custom formulation, making each product precise and unique.

It is the policy of Valentine Enterprises, Inc., not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or because he or she is a protected veteran.

We are a drug free workplace and a nicotine/tobacco free campus.

Job Description

Summary/Objective: Accountable for assisting the first shift Senior Production Manager and the second Shift Manager in managing plant packaging activities to meet established safety, quality, customer service, innovation and cost metrics consistent with scheduling and compliance on both production shifts.

Essential Functions:

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Work 12:00pm-10:00pm in order to familiarize self with daily events and attend the daily shift-change meeting at 1:30pm. Must report to first shift production manager and/or operations manager to brief on daily progress.
• Familiarize self with packaging and blending. Shadow existing area ops managers/supervisors as directed by department operations manager.
• Attend 2:00pm Redzone huddle with first shift and initial shift huddle with second shift. Rotate between packaging and blending daily.
• Continue to work and be briefed by the first shift manager until shift change in order to be (thoroughly) familiar with the day’s events, issues and important considerations.
• Conduct shift change briefing with the second shift manager.
• Enforce all safety, GMP, and production standards.
• Participate, coordinate, communicate training requirements as directed. Training will vary.
• Work with fellow managers to staff production lines and make work assignments to meet production schedules.
• Complete accurate and timely shift, safety and training reports as required.
• Assist team leaders with inventory transactions as necessary.
• Maintain production equipment as required. Ensure that damaged equipment is properly tagged and transported to appropriate maintenance/facility area.
• Maintain production areas in a clean and presentable manner in accordance with regulatory requirements and VEI standards.
• Responsible for Production, employee training (as directed), and employee performance. Communicate feedback as necessary.
• Interact with all other departments as necessary to maintain Quality, productivity, safety, and GMP standards.
• Maintain data and prepare reports as required for VEI Management.
• Maintain employee training database and update as necessary.
• Monitor daily shift performance to ensure schedules are being met, quality and sanitation is according to standards, employees are working safely, and problems are being identified and resolved.
• Manage employee relations; be available to answer questions, resolve problems, and encourage employee feedback as needed. Administer the VEI disciplinary process when necessary.
• Facilitate the use of continuous improvement methodologies and projects to improve and streamline production processes.
• Participate in audit activities and ongoing efforts (as directed) to ensure compliance of internal and external standards.
• Participate in new product launches, tests and trials as able and requested. Advise on the outcomes and make recommendations.
• Responsible for Sanitation of all shift production areas in packaging and blending.
• Available for overtime, including weekends.
• Replace/fill-in for vacationing 2nd shift manager and supervisor, as needed, in order to provide continued managerial coverage on second shift.
• Comply with all safety and company SOP procedures.

Qualifications

Required Education, Skills and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Science, Business, Management, or other related field required and or related experience.
• 2+ years in production supervisory role.
• Strong change management skills.
• Proven ability to coach and develop reports.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products.
• Able to learn and master ERP systems and other related production (technical) systems as required.
• Must be able to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing with individuals at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to interpret a variety of technical information in mathematical and/or narrative form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
• Ability to think strategically while understanding long term goals.
• Ability to work well under pressure with multiple projects and deadlines.
• Ability to work with people of vastly different experiences and educational backgrounds.
• Ability to use common sense and rational logic when making decisions.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and projects.
• Ability to delegate key tasks to direct reports.
• Experience in planning work assignments and staffing department in accordance with established production schedules, training of new employees, and basic knowledge of OSHA, and cGMP regulations.

Preferred Education, Skills And Experience

• HACCP and NSF experience
• 2+ years in production packaging supervisory role in food or dietary supplement environment.

Additional Information

Valentine Enterprises, Inc. (VEI) is very excited that you may have the opportunity to join us. We wanted to take a few moments to share some information about this great organization. If you are looking for a growing company that still has that family feel to it, then we are the company for you. Come grow with us!

Please take a moment to review the information below and get excited about the team you may be joining!

What Does VEI do? We specialize in developing and packaging powdered supplements for some of the world’s largest and most well-known food and supplement marketers.

About VEI: Located in Lawrenceville, Georgia, VEI has been in business since 1972. Our experience in producing more than 1,500 products offers unsurpassed expertise in developing today’s most in-demand products. VEI does not manufacture its own brand. Each product is manufactured to be customer specific and proprietary.

As a contract and private label manufacturer, Valentine Enterprises Lawrenceville facility is a 300,000 square feet state-of-the-art manufacturing facility. This facility is equipped for contract blending, filling, bulk fills and flexible packaging solutions. In addition, VEI staffs a full product development lab that excels in flavor profiles and custom formulation, making each product precise and unique.

VEI employs over 300 employees at their Lawrenceville, GA location.

Commitment to Talent: VEI is a fast growing company. To maintain their growth strategy, VEI is committed to hiring the best talent the market can offer. VEI’s goal is to introduce new talent to the company and culture, grow that talent into highly productive employees and hire the best talent into the VEI family.

VEI is looking for employees that have a positive attitude, strong desire to do what is right, and a commitment to productivity and quality.

Got Benefits? – VEI Does!

Eligibility & Details as of 2025: Active employees working 30 or more hours per week are eligible to participate in the VEI’s Benefits Program. You may also enroll your eligible dependents for coverage under the same plans you choose for yourself.

Generally, you are eligible for benefits on the first of the month after 30 days of full-time employment:

• 3 Medical plans to choose from
• 2 Dental plans to choose from
• 2 Vision plans to choose from

Additional Benefits:

• 401K *21 or older
• Profit Sharing – Eligible after 6 months
• Disability Gap Insurance paid for by the company
• Short term disability insurance available to the employee to purchase
• Long term disability insurance provided by the company
• Basic Life and AD&D Insurance paid for by the company for the employee
• Additional Life Insurance available to the employee to purchase
• Accident, Critical & Cancer available to the employee to purchase
• 9 paid holidays
• Paid PTO
• Paid training
• Educational Assistance
• Clothing Allowance

Mission Statement: Family, Integrity and Innovation

Cause Statement: Making Quality Products for a healthier world.

If qualified, please submit your resume including salary history and salary requirements.

No relocation package is available for this position.

This is not a remote position.

Due to overwhelming response we can only respond to candidates we wish to pursue.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Management and Manufacturing

Industries

Wellness and Fitness Services