Production Supervisor

Location: Woodhull

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We have an exciting opportunity for a Production Supervisor to join our company and support our Woodhull IL location. As the Production Supervisor, you will oversee day-to-day production operations by reviewing schedules, allocating resources, and leading teams to safely and efficiently meet production and quality goals. You will train, coach, and develop employees while modeling a strong commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

You’ll collaborate closely with cross‑functional partners to coordinate workflows, prepare seasonal operations, resolve issues, and support workforce planning. Through strong communication, data-driven decision-making, and active engagement on the production floor, you will help ensure operational excellence, accurate reporting, and a positive, high‑performing team environment.

VISA Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Relocation assistance is offered for this position.

This role will be 100% on-site at the location.

What You’ll Do:

Review production schedules, allocate team members and resources to complete schedules, and ensure production expectations are met Ensure employees are properly trained

Serve as an example for others by modeling and implementing a commitment to safety and quality while maintaining efficient productivity throughout operations

Analyze and resolve problems or assist employees in resolving problems

Lead employees in their development by providing coaching and feedback

Coordinate operation activities by assisting with preparing seasonal areas for production, organizing and training teams, and collaborating with other departments

Monitor product quality and ensure activities meet the needs of the Quality and Rough-Cut Capacity Plans Develop and maintain good communication and rapport with a variety of workers and external business partners

Work with other leaders to coordinate workflows and resources between departments

Provide input to workforce planning and development, scheduling, and creation of annual site plans

Complete and maintain appropriate records, documents, or reports to ensure transactional excellence and data accuracy in business systems

Other duties as assigned

Education:

High school diploma/GED (bachelor's degree is strongly preferred)
What Skills You Need:

Holds a valid driver’s license

Demonstrates exceptional ability to build rapport and trust with colleagues

Communicates effectively at all levels of the organization, utilizing excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills

Leads by example, consistently viewing challenges as opportunities to identify and implement effective solutions

Exhibits flexibility as a leader, adapting to changing conditions while prioritizing and managing work processes and personnel

Exhibits strong computer skills, enabling thorough analysis and interpretation of data using a variety of tools

Actively engage with your team by spending time in operational areas beyond the office

Willingness and flexibility to work a rotating shift and overtime, including weekends and holidays, as required during seasonal peaks

Physical

Job Requirements:

Stand and sit for extended periods

Work both outdoors and indoors in hot, cold, wet, and dry conditions

Lift up to 60 lbs.

Perform work that involves repetitive motion and/or repetitive lifting

Exposure to dust and plant allergens including but not limited to corn, sunflower, cotton, and canola pollen and protein and sorghum as well as potential mold spores and/or chemicals in the course of your duties

Reasonable accommodations will be considered in accordance with applicable laws to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the role.

What Makes You Stand Out:

Bachelor’s degree in business…