Supervisor Operations-Assembly Dept (4 openings)

LSG Sky Chefs; Des Plaines (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 72,218; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package with no waiting period

Job summary

A leading catering provider in Des Plaines is seeking a Supervisor for its Operations Assembly Department. In this role, you will lead a team of over 20 employees, ensuring operational excellence in a fast-paced environment. Key responsibilities include managing daily workflow, conducting staff meetings, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Ideal candidates should have 1-3 years of supervisory experience in high-volume manufacturing or catering. A comprehensive benefits package is included with no waiting period.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of supervisory experience in a high volume, manufacturing, or catering environment.
• Comfortable managing a staff of 20+ hourly employees.
• Working knowledge of OSHA, FDA, USDA regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of 20+ employees to ensure operational excellence.
• Conduct daily work group meetings and manage workflow.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and productivity targets.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organization

Education

Associates/Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Title: Supervisor Operations-Assembly Dept (4 openings)
Job Location: Des Plaines-USA-60016
Work Location Type: On-Site
Salary Range: $60,000.00 - 72,218.00

About us
LSG Sky Chefs is one of the world’s largest airline catering and hospitality providers, known for its outstanding reputation and dynamic approach in the industry. Voted “Airline Caterer of the Year in North America” for 2023 and 2024, we are committed to excellence and innovation, driven by the dedication and expertise of our talented employees. Our team members are the heart and soul of our success, consistently delivering exceptional culinary experiences and outstanding service to our clients and their passengers across North and Latin America.

Summary
Our Chicago Operation is growing fast, and we’re excited to add five Operations Supervisors to our Assembly team as we expand to support new business. In this hands‑on leadership role, you will lead a team of 20+ hourly employees, driving performance, accountability, and operational excellence every day. As an Operations Supervisor – Assembly, you will ensure your team delivers accurate, on‑time production to the next department while maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality, and compliance.

You will take ownership of daily departmental performance—coaching your team, leading meetings, managing workflow, and aligning labor with productivity expectations.

If you’re a confident, people‑focused leader who thrives in a fast‑moving production environment, this is your opportunity to grow with a team that’s building something big.

Location: near O’Hare International Airport

Schedules: We service the airline industry and operate 24/7. We are hiring for evening and overnight shifts.

Benefits: We offer a comprehensive benefits package with no waiting period. Eligible Day 1.

Responsibilities

• Ensure that the area of responsibility is properly organized, staffed and directed and that all delivery times are being met timely
• Conduct daily work group meetings
• Schedule and control staff to meet labour productivity and overtime targets
• Ensure compliance with all government regulatory agencies standards (example: FDA, USDA, OSHA, EPA, DOT, HACCP, etc.)
• Document and follow up on all department processes in order to implement improvements
• Ensure on-time and accurate production and/or catering of all flights
• Monitor and ensure compliance with all safety regulations
• Other duties as deemed necessary

Leadership

• Guide, motivate and develop staff within the Human Resources policies
• Make the company's values and management principles live in the department(s)
• Manage productivity hours and costs in the area of responsibility; initiate and steer corrective actions in case of deviations
• Participate and support company sponsored initiatives such as Quality, HACCP, Lean Manufacturing, Employee Safety and Production systems

Qualifications

• Associates/Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• In addition, one to three years of supervisory experience in a high volume, manufacturing, food production and restaurant or catering environment or equivalent experience
• Must have strong and effective leadership and communication skills and the ability to successfully manage a staff of 20+ hourly employees
• Candidate must be comfortable with all levels of employees and have the ability to drive positive program change
• Ability to give negative and positive feedback to employees on a daily basis
• Working knowledge of OSHA, GMP, FDA, USDA and EPA regulations
• Excellent verbal, written and organizational skills required along with the ability to multi-task
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office and Windows-based computer applications

LSG Sky Chefs is an EEO and Affirmative Action Employer of Women/Minorities/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.