Production Supervisor - 2nd Shift; Packaging

Production Supervisor - 2nd Shift (Packaging)

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The Marzetti Company (Nasdaq: MZTI) manufactures and sells specialty food products. Our retail brands include Marzetti® dressings and dips, New York Bakery™ garlic breads, and Sister Schubert’s® dinner rolls. We also license sauces and dressings for Olive Garden®, Chick‑fil‑A®, Buffalo Wild Wings®, Arby’s®, Subway®, and Texas Roadhouse®.

Production Supervisor – Second Shift – Packaging (

Schedule:

Monday through Thursday, 5 PM to 5 AM). The role leads production teams in the safe and efficient production of high‑quality food sauces, overseeing either packaging lines or mixing kitchens within a value stream. Responsibilities include fostering team development, driving continuous improvement, and maintaining operational excellence.

• Develop, coach, and evaluate team members
• Share best practices across teams and shifts
• Manage performance and resolve conflicts
• Oversee timekeeping, attendance, and incident investigations

• Promote a culture of food safety and quality
• Ensure safe work practices and compliance with GMPs
• Lead production teams to meet schedules and efficiency targets
• Execute the Operational Master Plan (OMP) and monitor progress
• Control staffing and labor costs through effective scheduling
• Minimize waste and rework through process control
• Ensure timely and accurate reporting

• Lead and support change initiatives within the value stream
• Implement and train on visual management tools such as dashboards and performance boards
• Engage teams in problem‑solving and decision making

• Monitor and improve OEE performance
• Apply TPM methodologies, including root‑cause analysis, centerlining, 5S, SMED, and SOP development
• Participate in Tier 2 Value Stream meetings and strategic projects

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Operations, or related field (preferred)
• 2‑3 years of manufacturing experience, including at least 1 year in a leadership role
• Food manufacturing experience preferred
• Knowledge of Continuous Improvement tools and TPM methodology
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem‑solving skills

The Supervisor will work in a fast‑paced manufacturing plant environment, requiring flexibility to rotate across shifts and handle multiple tasks simultaneously. The role demands strong leadership and a hands‑on approach to problem‑solving and continuous improvement.

Lancaster Colony Corporation and its wholly owned subsidiary T. Marzetti Company are committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all associates without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity.

• Mid‑Senior level

• Full‑time

• Management and Manufacturing

• Food and Beverage Manufacturing