Rotational Production Supervisor

About Prinova

We are Prinova, a leading global supplier of ingredients and premix manufacturing solutions, trusted by the world’s best-known food, beverage, and nutrition brands. Part of the NAGASE Group, our expertise lies in Ingredient Distribution, Manufacturing Solutions, and Customized Services. Our global network delivers sustainable value‑added solutions to our customers.

Department: Production/Admin, Solutions

Location: Carol Stream, IL

Type: Full‑time

Summary: The Rotational Production Supervisor oversees operations with continuous improvement initiatives across all shifts, ensuring that products are produced, packaged, and labeled according to specifications while maintaining efficiency, safety, and quality standards. The role bridges frontline supervision with operational excellence by applying Lean methodologies, managing KPI’s, and supporting multi‑shift operations.

• Other duties may be assigned.
• Supervise daily production activities to ensure products are produced, packaged, and labeled to specifications according to work order instructions, following all QC and lot control processes.
• Supervise completion of blending vs. blend sheet and router, sign off on blend sheet.
• Monitor raw material usage, batch execution, and packaging operations to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and compliance with specifications.
• Review the sanitation checklist with the production crew and ensure completion.
• Understand H.A.C.C.P. and maintain procedures and documentation for Quality Systems.
• Schedule and supervise the execution of required daily cleaning and sanitation, quality, and regulatory processes; adhere to frequency and methods of cleaning per sanitation SOPs; maintain proper documentation and use of all chemicals used.
• Plant safety standards are adhered to, and support efforts to ensure the manufacturing facilities are in environmental and regulatory compliance.
• The facility is customer site visit clean on short notice at all times, weekly as needed.
• Review the prior week's results and verify inventories are in line with expectations.
• Performance Monitoring:
  Define, track, and report on KPIs (e.g., efficiency, downtime, cost) and identify actionable insights.
• Process Standardization:
  Develop and implement standardized work procedures to ensure consistent business performance.
• Training & Mentorship:
  Coach employees and teams on operational excellence tools, methodologies, and best practices.
• Change Management:
  Drive a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and accountability across the department.
• Daily Performance Review:
  Own action item register and assist with populating the Daily Performance Dashboard template with past 24‑hour production performance.
• Visual Management:
  Create Centerlines for equipment settings for new and existing equipment; 5S implementation and monitoring; post 5S audit scores by work area and assign appropriate action items to close gaps.
• Workflow Improvements:
  Work closely with cross‑functional teams to streamline workflows, eliminate waste, and deliver measurable results that positively impact the bottom line.
• CI Culture:
  Play a crucial role in fostering a culture of continuous improvement, where all team members are empowered to contribute ideas and actively participate in driving organizational excellence.
• Populate and review data across three shift operations within the Performance Management System.
• Coordinate the collection, organization, and communication of daily shift reports to all process owners.
• Manage and update the PMS settings, tables, rates, and any other changes to ensure system accuracy on a timely basis.
• Assist with the development of documented SOPs for PMS users and train all new hires; track training completion and compliance.
• Cover supervisors on PTO across all areas and shifts assigned.

• Associate degree or equivalent education from a 2‑year college or university, or 4 years of manufacturing experience required.
• Experience leading projects or teams.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time‑management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
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