Food Production Supervisor

About the Role
The Production Supervisor manages shift operations in a food production facility, ensuring consistent product output, quality control, and team efficiency. This role is key in achieving daily production goals, maintaining compliance, and fostering a safe and productive work environment. Keywords: production supervision, food plant operations, shift leader, GMP compliance, team leadership.

Responsibilities:

• Supervise all aspects of daily production operations to meet quality and output targets
• Monitor production schedules, adjust workflows, and allocate resources as needed
• Ensure compliance with food safety, quality, and workplace safety regulations (GMP, HACCP, OSHA)
• Train and coach production staff on standard operating procedures (SOPs) and best practices
• Record production data, downtime events, and performance metrics for continuous improvement
• Communicate with QA, maintenance, and inventory teams to resolve process bottlenecks
• Enforce company policies and safety protocols across all shifts
• Participate in root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for production issues

Qualifications:

• Minimum 2 years of supervisory experience in a food manufacturing or industrial environment
• Solid understanding of production processes, food safety protocols, and quality control standards
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Strong organizational and team leadership skills
• Familiarity with production tracking systems and Microsoft Office

Desired Qualifications:

• Associate degree in operations management, food science, or business
• Bilingual in English and Spanish
• Experience with ERP systems and lean manufacturing practices
• Knowledge of scheduling, labor planning, and production KPIs