Operations Supervisor; Night Shift

Strong manufacturing leader needed for fast growth food & beverage manufacturer!

This Jobot Job is hosted by:
Christine Mc Namara

Salary: $80,000 - $115,000 per year

The Production Supervisor is responsible for leading all production and operational activities during the night shift within a high-volume food & beverage manufacturing facility. This role ensures safe, efficient, and compliant operations while maintaining quality standards and meeting production targets. The supervisor will lead a team of hourly employees and collaborate cross-functionally to drive continuous improvement across the plant.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous PTO
• Relocation assistance
• Opportunity to step into a high-impact leadership role on a critical off-shift
• Exposure to full plant operations and leadership visibility
• Growth potential into Production Manager or Operations Leadership roles

• Supervise and direct all night shift production activities including processing, packaging, and material handling
• Execute daily/weekly production plans and adjust staffing or priorities as needed to meet output targets
• Monitor line performance, troubleshoot operational issues, and elevate equipment concerns as needed
• Ensure smooth shift handoff by documenting performance, issues, and key updates to incoming leadership

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of production employees (often 20–60+ employees depending on facility size)
• Conduct shift start-up meetings, provide daily direction, and reinforce accountability to KPIs
• Train new hires and promote ongoing employee development and cross-training
• Manage attendance, staffing coverage, and performance management as needed

• Enforce all safety policies, PPE requirements, and regulatory compliance standards
• Ensure strict adherence to GMP, HACCP, SQF, and sanitation protocols
• Conduct safety inspections and proactively address risks on the production floor

• Ensure all products meet internal quality standards and regulatory requirements
• Partner with QA to address deviations, conduct root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions
• Monitor production for consistency with recipes, specifications, and labeling requirements

• Track and report key production metrics (OEE, yield, downtime, waste, etc.)
• Identify continuous improvement opportunities to increase efficiency and reduce costs
• Support lean manufacturing initiatives and process optimization efforts

• Coordinate with Maintenance, Quality, Warehouse, and other departments to ensure efficient operations
• Communicate production issues and priorities clearly across shifts and leadership teams

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Engineering, Business, or related field preferred
• 2+ years of supervisory experience in food & beverage manufacturing
• Experience working in a regulated environment (FDA, USDA, SQF, HACCP)
• Strong leadership and team development experience
• Ability to work independently and make decisions in a fast-paced, off-shift environment
• Knowledge of production processes, equipment troubleshooting, and manufacturing KPIs
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and/or ERP systems
• Night shift position supporting a 24/7 manufacturing operation
• Requires flexibility for overtime, weekends, and coverage as needed
• Hands-on role with time spent on the production floor

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