Production Supervisor - Beverage Division PM Shift; Brew Deck

Overview

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Berner Food & Beverage's mission is to be a world-class manufacturer of food and beverages, by we are the provider and employee of choice. We will strive to:

• Ensure the highest standards of food safety and quality for our customers' brands.
• Foster a culture that promotes a safe, productive, inclusive, respectful, and meaningful work environment for our employees.
• Instill a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and growth to achieve sustainable, consistent performance.

Berner Food & Beverage, headquartered in Dakota, Illinois, is recognized as an employer of choice in the food and beverage manufacturing industry, offering a dynamic, team-oriented environment where employee development and career success are core values.

State-of-the-Art Automation

Berner operates a state-of-the-art, SQF Level III-certified facility, featuring advanced automation and manufacturing technologies. Their 290,000-square-foot plant expansion has tripled production space and introduced cutting‑edge equipment, supporting a wide range of shelf‑stable beverages, dips, sauces, and aerosol cheese products. This modern infrastructure ensures that Maintenance Technicians work with the latest systems and play a key role in keeping operations running smoothly.

Great Benefits and Flexible Work Schedule

Employees at Berner enjoy a competitive wage and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, dental coverage, and a 401(k) plan. The company values work‑life balance, offering flexible work schedules that accommodate different shifts and personal needs, making it easier for technicians to manage their professional and personal commitments.

Industry Recognition

This Year (2025), Berner Food & Beverage was a finalist in the Illinois Manufacturers’ Association’s “Coolest Thing Made in Illinois” tournament, highlighting the company’s innovation and leadership in the industry for its Aerosol Cheese Products. This recognition underscores Berner’s reputation for producing high‑quality, in‑demand products and its commitment to manufacturing excellence.

The Brew Deck Supervisor oversees daily operations of the brew deck, formulation, and kitting processes supporting the production of RTD dairy‑based beverages. This role ensures safe, efficient, and consistent batching procedures while leading a team of operators and maintaining high standards of food safety and product quality.

• Supervise and coordinate brew deck, kitting, and formulation activities to meet production schedules and product specifications.
• Lead and coach team members, providing daily direction, performance feedback, and training in blending, batching, and ingredient preparation.
• Ensure all kitting operations deliver accurate ingredient kits to production lines, following established formulations and quality standards.
• Monitor and adjust blending and formulation processes to maintain consistency and product integrity across all batches.
• Collaborate with Quality, Maintenance, Warehouse, and Scheduling teams to resolve issues and deliver continuous operational improvements.
• Maintain compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), food safety, and sanitation standards.
• Verify and document accurate ingredient usage, lot tracking, and batch records for both the brew deck and kitting areas.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and optimize inventory accuracy.
• Foster a positive and collaborative work culture that aligns with company values.

• High school diploma or GED required; associate or technical degree preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in food or beverage manufacturing, including 1–2 years in a supervisory or lead role.
• Experience with batching, mixing, formulation, or kitting processes in a manufacturing environment.
• Understanding of food safety regulations (FDA, SQF, HACCP).
• Proficient in production reporting, basic computer applications, and inventory management systems.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem‑solving skills.

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