Production Supervisor

Production Supervisor - 1st ShiftFLSA Classification Exempt Reports  to Plant Manager Salary Range $75,500-$98,500

Onsite/Remote/Hybrid Onsite (no relocation assistance available)
Date July 2026

Job Description About Sup Herb Farms For over 30 years, Sup Herb Farms has provided fresh-from-the-garden flavor and innovative product formats for food service operators and food manufactures. We offer our clients on-trend specialty IQF vegetable and herbs, purees and clean-label culinary pastes that bring crave-ability to life on menus and in food products. Flavor isn’t just what we do, it’s who we are.

Summary/objective

The Production Supervisor is responsible for leading and coordinating daily production activities within an IQF herb processing facility. This role ensures production targets are achieved while maintaining the highest standards of employee safety, food safety, product quality, and operational efficiency. The Production Supervisor provides leadership to production personnel, monitors production performance, and promotes continuous improvement throughout the manufacturing process.

Essential functions

The statements below are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. May perform other duties as assigned.

Supervise daily production activities to meet production schedules and customer requirements.  ead, coach, and motivate production employees to achieve productivity and quality goals.

Ensure compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), HACCP, SQF, FDA, Organic, Kosher, and company food safety policies.

Monitor Critical Control Points (CCPs) and maintain accurate production and quality documentation.

Coordinate with Quality Assurance, Maintenance, Warehouse, and Procurement departments.

Minimize downtime by working closely with maintenance on equipment issues and preventive maintenance.

Optimize labor utilization and production efficiency while controlling waste and yield losses.

Conduct employee training in workplace safety, food safety, sanitation, and equipment operation.

Ensure sanitation procedures are completed according to company and regulatory requirements.

Ensure allergen control procedures are strictly followed.

Investigate production issues, document, and implement corrective and preventive actions.

Analyze production reports and recommend process improvements.

Ensure compliance with OSHA safety regulations and promote a strong safety culture.

Maintain traceability and lot control throughout production.

Participate in continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Manufacturing principles.

Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

High school diploma required, associate or bachelor’s degree in food science, manufacturing, or a related field preferred.
3–5 years of food manufacturing experience, with at least 1–2 years in a supervisory role.

Knowledge of GMP, HACCP, FDA, USDA, OSHA, Organic, and Kosher regulations.

Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Ability to work flexible shifts, including weekends and overtime as needed.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office and production reporting systems is preferred, i.e., Microsoft Dymanics
365, Redzone, etc.

Preferred

Skills:

Bilingual, Spanish & English.

Leadership and team-building abilities.

Time management and organizational skills.

Knowledge of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement practices.

Strong attention to detail and commitment to food quality and safety.

Ability to make decisions quickly in a fast-paced production environment.

Physical demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those an employee should possess to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.

Lift up to 50 pounds occasionally.

Work in hot, cold, wet, or noisy production environments.

Wear required PPE, including hairnets, gloves, safety glasses, and protective footwear.

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