Production Supervisor, Extract; NS

About Us

At Ajinomoto Health & Nutrition, we are making significant advances in food and health with new ideas and innovative technologies. We are seeking candidates with energy and enthusiasm to be part of our growing team throughout North America. As an Ajinomoto Health & Nutrition employee, you are part of a diverse, innovative, and collaborative community committed to enhancing lives through nutrition and health.

Our team is committed to providing amino acid-based solutions that create better lives for all.

We do not use AI to screen applications. Applications and resumes of qualified applicants are reviewed by a real person because we value your time and believe each qualified applicant deserves thoughtful, human consideration. It’s an old‑fashioned approach—done with purpose.

Our people are the key ingredient to our success. We offer a collaborative, innovative environment where you can grow your career and make an impact on global food and health solutions.

We provide a
comprehensive and competitive total rewards package
, including:

• Competitive Pay and Annual Bonus Opportunity
• 401(k) with Company Contributions
• Medical, Dental, and Vision — Effective Day 1
• Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, and Floating Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Wellness Programs and Yearly Wellness Reimbursement
• Work Flexibility
• Company-Paid Life and Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition Reimbursement Opportunities
• Career Growth and Development within a Global Organization
• Company-Provided Mental Health and Caregiving support

The primary responsibility of this position is to supervise and oversee all general production operations to ensure safety, quality, efficiency, and compliance with company standards. The Production Supervisor is responsible for leading daily operations, assigning work, monitoring performance, and ensuring production targets are met. This role provides coaching and performance feedback to team members, resolves operational and personnel issues, enforces safety and quality standards, and drives continuous improvement initiatives.

The Supervisor partners with the Manufacturing Manager to align production activities with departmental goals and business objectives.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Management, Operations/Production Management, Food Science, or related field strongly preferred, or significant hands on experience (7+ years) in food production environments
• 5+ years of manufacturing experience (food manufacturing preferred)
• Knowledge of GFSI, OSHA, HACCP, or Continuous Improvement
• Knowledge of Microsoft Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Knowledge of ERP software (SAP, E21, etc.)
• Ability to obtain tow motor certification
• Ability to learn all extract department processes
• Ability to lead multiple teams across multiple shifts and direct daily production
• Demonstrated attention to detail and accuracy
• Able to safely operate a tow motor
• Works in accordance with, and supports, company Standard Operating Procedures as outlined in the HACCP, SSOP and Quality manuals
• Reliable, dependable, with a “team player” orientation
• Willingness to be flexible on working hours, including weekends and holidays
• Willing to work overtime as needed
• Willingness to speak up and review problems with supervisor in order to determine best course of action, offering suggestions and providing clear communication of the problem
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong Microsoft Suite skills

• Frequent work in a hot and humid production environment
• Occasional work required outside in various temperatures
• This position may perform activities in an environment that contains hazardous elements and requires safety…