Supervisor, Production- 1st Shift

MONOGRAM MANAGEMENT SERVICES INC; Denison (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Monogram Foods in Denison, IA is seeking an experienced supervisor to lead production line teams, ensure GMP compliance, and maintain daily safety and quality standards. The role emphasizes training, safety, and efficient line operation in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The ideal candidate should have 2+ years of supervisory experience in manufacturing, strong communication skills, and (preferred) a Bachelor’s degree.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Minimum 2 years supervisory experience in manufacturing preferred.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment highly preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Bi-Lingual (English/Spanish) is a plus.
• Must be 18 years or older and have a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Supervise production line(s) and ensure safe operations.
• Read and interpret specification sheets and GMP requirements.
• Train line workers and assign daily tasks.
• Maintain safety reports and ensure PPE usage.
• Monitor production metrics and update daily boards.
• Escalate issues to Production Manager as needed.
• Perform quality checks and assist with routine maintenance.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Manufacturing environment

Communication skills

Problem solving

Bi-Lingual (English/Spanish)

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Outlook

Excel

Job description

Job Details

Level: Experienced

Job Location: Denison IA - Denison, IA 51442

Position Type: Full Time

About Monogram Foods

A leading food manufacturer, Monogram Foods specializes in delivering your favorite foods and snacks with unparalleled quality and flavor. We specialize in co-manufacturing, private label, and food service solutions, offering a diverse range of products including appetizers, meat snacks, sandwiches, bacon, corn dogs, and baked goods.

Established in 2004 and headquartered in Memphis, Tennessee, Monogram Foods has earned recognition as one of the fastest-growing private companies in the nation. With over 4,000 team members across 12 locations in seven states, our unwavering commitment to excellence and passion for quality drives everything we do.

Our dedication extends beyond our products to giving back to local communities. Through the Monogram Foods Loves Kids Foundation, we strive to "make it better" for children and families, embodying our core values and creating lasting, meaningful change.

Our Culture Is Our Secret Ingredient

At Monogram Foods, we're more than a food company—we're a passionate team dedicated to creating America's most beloved foods and making an impact in the communities where we operate.

We value the dedication of our team members and are committed to fostering a fun, supportive work environment. We prioritize recognition, well-being, and a strong sense of belonging because we know that when our team is at its best, we can deliver our best to customers. Here you will enjoy competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and ample opportunities for growth and advancement. Plus, our inclusive culture—grounded in our company values—celebrates diversity and respects the unique perspectives of our team members.

So, if you're hungry for a rewarding career, join our team and let's cook up something extraordinary together.

Our Harlan facility continues to expand its manufacturing capabilities with the most modern engineering. The smell of delicious bacon fills the air before our facility even comes into view. Here we use the latest technology to make pre‑cooked bacon of all shapes and sizes for some of your favorite restaurant’s chains and to stock the aisles of major grocery stores.

Our role of the Supervisor is to supervise the production line workers. They are responsible for the routine communication of job assignments, training for specific product runs, and placement of Line Workers in assignments as required for the day.

Responsibilities include but may not be limited to the following:

This position will supervise in running a production line(s). The individual will be responsible for working in a safe manner and inspecting the line for any safety hazards prior and during production. The Supervisor is also responsible to ensure daily safety report cards are always in the line workers possession and being properly filled out each day and collected at the end of the shift. The Supervisor is responsible to turn in their line workers safety report cards to their supervisor at the end of the shift. The position also requires an individual to read and understand specification sheets and ensure that GMP’s are being followed. Also, responsible for producing product in an efficient manner, performing change overs, packing product and transferring the product to a new location. The individual will be responsible for running a balance of the following functions: production, machine repair/trouble shooting, and assist the Production Manager as needed. This position will involve running equipment and performing a degree of maintenance. It is important that this position possess the willingness to accept change and be proactive rather than reactive. Has authority to communicate to recommend disciplinary action for violating company rules and policies.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Before shift starts physically and visually inspect the assigned work area for any safety hazards.
• During shift operations continuously observe for safety hazards.
• Be observant for employee safety in addition to GMP compliance and make immediate corrections to GMP discrepancies as needed and report them to the supervisor/manager.
• Responsible to ensure safety to perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily and put safety and food quality first.
• Verify components on work order to ensure correct number of components are available for production
• Ensure all employees abide by the safety regulations
• Ensure that all employees are wearing their PPE
• Ensure that all employees are filling out their Safety Cards
• Responsible to always keep line clean of any debris
• Assign work to Line Workers
• Train Line Workers how to meet the daily productions goals
• Update production metrics on hourly production whiteboard
• Ensure paperwork for skid tickets, line checks, and quality checks are being conducted
• Contact Indirect Labor Material Handler to bring additional components for production line as needed
• Instruct Material Handler (direct labor), Line Workers, and sanitation crew to clean up production line waste during production and when production is complete.
• Escalate production issues to Production Manager as needed.
• Perform quality checks of the line.
• Perform other duties as needed or assigned.

The Ideal Candidate will have the Following Qualifications

• Minimum High School Diploma, Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Minimum of 2 years supervisory experience preferred.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment highly preferred.
• Must possess excellent written/verbal communication skills and interpersonal skills.
• Should be goal oriented, confident, outgoing, and able to work well under pressure and succeed within a competitive environment.
• Must be able to work independently and demonstrate effective initiative.
• Strong computer skills are necessary including Outlook.
• Must have the ability to look up standard Excel documents.
• Bi‑Lingual (English/Spanish) is a plus
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.