Production Supervisor

Location:

Tempe, AZ

Pay: $32.00–$40.00 per hour

Schedule:

Monday–Friday, 12:00 PM–8:30 PM

Overtime:
Must be available to work Saturdays and overtime as needed.

We are seeking an experienced Milk Plant Production Supervisor to oversee daily operations in a food manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for leading production teams, maintaining food safety and quality standards, meeting production goals, and ensuring a safe and efficient work environment.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in food manufacturing, proven leadership experience, and the ability to manage a diverse, unionized workforce. Dairy industry experience is highly preferred.

• Production Management:
  Oversee daily production activities, meet production schedules, and ensure operational efficiency.
• Team Leadership:
  Supervise, coach, and develop production associates. Conduct performance evaluations, provide feedback, and address performance concerns.
• Food Safety & Quality:
  Enforce Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), maintain sanitation standards, and ensure product quality.
• Inventory Control:
  Monitor raw materials and finished goods, maintain accurate inventory records, and coordinate with supply chain teams.
• Continuous Improvement:
  Apply Lean Manufacturing principles to improve productivity, reduce waste, and streamline processes.
• Safety Compliance:
  Enforce workplace safety procedures and provide safety training to production employees.
• Cross-Department Communication:
  Collaborate with quality, maintenance, logistics, and other departments to support smooth operations.
• Training & Development:
  Train new employees and provide ongoing coaching to improve performance and production knowledge.
• Problem-Solving:
  Identify and resolve production issues, implement corrective actions, and minimize operational disruptions.
• Regulatory Compliance:
  Support compliance with applicable food safety, environmental, and workplace safety regulations, including FDA, USDA, HACCP, and OSHA requirements.
• Equipment Coordination:
  Coordinate equipment maintenance and address issues that could affect production.
• Documentation & Reporting:
  Maintain accurate production records and prepare reports on performance, quality, and production metrics.

• High school diploma or GED required; a college degree is preferred.
• At least 2 years of supervisory experience in food manufacturing or food production — required.
• Dairy or milk processing experience strongly preferred.
• At least 1 year of experience working with Lean Manufacturing principles.
• Experience leading and managing a diverse, unionized workforce.
• Strong leadership, communication, coaching, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage employee performance and support team development.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other business applications.
• Ability to lift up to 60 lbs.
• Must be available to work the listed schedule, Saturdays, and overtime as needed.

Pay ranges from $32.00 to $40.00 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications. Candidates considered for the upper end of the pay range must demonstrate exceptional food manufacturing leadership experience and a strong record of success.