Production Supervisor - Enrobing

Salary

$67,400.00 To $75,000.00 Annually

Nassau Candy is a leading manufacturer and distributor of specialty confections, fine foods, and promotional products with a national footprint. Through divisions such as NC Custom, Chocolate Inn, Amuse Mints®, and Lanco
, we partner with top brands and customers to deliver high‑quality, customized solutions at scale.

As a family‑owned business, we combine entrepreneurial agility with operational excellence—continuing to invest in our people, processes, and technology to support long‑term growth.

The Production Supervisor is responsible for overseeing all daily operations within the enrobing department, ensuring production goals are met while maintaining compliance with company policies, GMPs, food safety standards, quality requirements, and customer specifications.

This position supervises approximately 70 employees across two shifts and is responsible for workforce management, production scheduling, operational efficiency, employee development, and administrative functions within the department.

• Supervise and coordinate daily enrobing production activities to ensure production schedules are achieved.
• Monitor production lines to maximize efficiency, minimize downtime, and meet productivity targets.
• Ensure products are manufactured according to approved recipes, specifications, quality standards, and customer requirements.
• Coordinate staffing and labor allocation based on production demands.
• Work closely with Planning, Quality Assurance, Maintenance, and Warehouse departments to support operational goals.
• Monitor equipment performance and communicate maintenance needs promptly.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity, reduce waste, and improve operational performance.
• Ensure compliance with all company policies, GMPs, food safety programs, quality standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Investigate and address deviations, non‑conformance, and product quality concerns in a timely manner.
• Support internal and external audits and implement corrective actions as needed.

• Supervise, coach, and develop a workforce of approximately 70 production employees.
• Provide training, performance feedback, and ongoing development opportunities.
• Conduct performance evaluations and address employee relations matters in accordance with company policies.
• Promote a positive, respectful, and accountable work environment.
• Ensure employees follow safety procedures and maintain a culture of workplace safety.

• Maintain accurate production records, labor reports, attendance records, and departmental documentation.
• Review and approve employee timekeeping and attendance records.
• Assist with scheduling, staffing plans, and overtime management.
• Prepare production reports and communicate departmental performance metrics to management.
• Participate in interviews, onboarding, and workforce planning activities.

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 3–5 years of supervisory experience in food manufacturing, confectionery, or related production environments.
• Experience managing large teams in a fast‑paced manufacturing setting.
• Strong leadership, communication, and conflict resolution skills.
• Strong command of English (reading/writing) and basic math skills.
• Ability to stand, walk, and supervise production operations for extended periods.
• Flexibility to work overtime, weekends, and alternate shifts as business needs require.
• Bilingual Spanish – Preferred (optional).
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.

• Competitive compensation and performance‑based incentives.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Opportunity to make a direct impact in a growing, family‑owned organization.
• Collaborative, team‑oriented culture focused on execution and results.

Excellent opportunity to join a well‑established and thriving Long Island company!

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Monday through Friday, 6:50 a.m. to 5:20 p.m. Work hours may vary based on production demands and business needs. Flexibility to work overtime, weekends, and alternate schedules as required.