Supervisor, Processing

Leprino Foods; Allendale Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

Health coverage

401(k) plan

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Leprino Foods is seeking a third-shift Production Supervisor (Processing) in Allendale, Michigan, to lead a team in a manufacturing facility. The ideal candidate will ensure product quality, staff safety, and efficient operations while guiding team members through training and feedback.

The role requires at least a bachelor's degree in a related field and 5 years' experience in food manufacturing. We offer competitive salaries, bonuses, and comprehensive benefits, including health coverage and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Dairy Technology, or equivalent work experience is required.
• 5+ years of experience in food manufacturing, with at least 1 year in a leadership role.
• Familiarity with HACCP and GMP regulations is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support hourly employees in the Processing Department.
• Plan and schedule staffing to meet production goals.
• Guide and mentor team members through technical and safety training.
• Ensure compliance with food safety expectations.

Skills

Leadership

Food manufacturing experience

Equipment operations

Computer proficiency

Compliance with safety regulations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Food Science or related field

Tools

SAP or other manufacturing software

Job description

Within our 300-person manufacturing facility in Allendale – Leprino is seeking a third-shift Production Supervisor (Processing) to move our organization to even larger levels of dairy ingredient growth! We take pride in our vision to be "world's best", it is why we work harder, invest more, and continually innovate.

What You'll Do:

• Lead and support a team of hourly employees in our Processing Department, ensuring consistent product quality, team safety, and efficient production each shift!
• Plan and schedule daily staffing to meet production goals while maintaining a safe, collaborative work environment.
• Guide, mentor, and develop team members through coaching, feedback, and ongoing technical and safety training.
• Build a culture of trust and teamwork by communicating clearly and recognizing performance that makes a difference!
• Supervise daily shift operations to meet or exceed established standards for productivity, yield, and product quality.
• Partner with maintenance and quality teams to identify equipment needs and ensure timely repairs that keep production moving.
• Reinforce company policies consistently and fairly while encouraging accountability and engagement.
• Oversee quality systems and sanitation programs that meet all food safety expectations and regulatory requirements.
• Promote and lead safe work practices every day, ensuring employees have the tools and training they need to perform their jobs safely.
• Monitor financial and operational performance, recommending improvements that enhance efficiency and reduce waste.

You Have At Least (Required Qualifications):

• A bachelor's degree in Food Science, Dairy Technology, or a related field - or equivalent work experience.
• 5+ years of experience in food manufacturing, with at least 1 year of experience leading, mentoring, or delegating work to others.
• Working knowledge of processing or packaging systems, including equipment operations and troubleshooting.
• Strong computer proficiency and the ability to learn systems such as SAP or other manufacturing software.
• Able to work weekends, swing, and overnight shifts.

We Hope You Also Have (Preferred Qualifications):

• Experience in dairy or cheese manufacturing, particularly in packaging or processing operations.
• Prior supervisory experience in a production or manufacturing setting.
• Technical understanding of packaging systems and mechanical aptitude for diagnosing operational issues.
• Familiarity with HACCP, GMPs, and sanitation practices that ensure food safety excellence!

At Leprino, we believe in equal employment opportunity and make employment decisions based on each individual's unique talents, experience, skills, and knowledge; we do not discriminate on the basis of any personal characteristics. We know we are better together and are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive culture in which all employees can thrive.

Offering You In Return:

A chance to be part of a global team of individuals passionate about producing and delivering high-quality products that help feed and nourish families around the world. Leprino could not be where it is today without our incredible employees. That is why we share in our success together by rewarding you for your hard work. Hiring great people who are in it for the long run is our goal. Through competitive salaries and bonuses, life, medical/dental/vision coverage, voluntary benefits, employee assistance programs, wellness incentives, tuition assistance, vacation, ten paid holidays, sick time, paid parental leave, annual merit increases, as well as the LFC Profit-Sharing & 401(k) plan. Your impact will be noticed and rewarded, as you seek to further our company, our customers, and one another.