Production Supervisor

Production Supervisor – Night Shift

Schedule: 5:00 PM – 5:00 AM | 2-2-3 Rotating Schedule

Qualifications

Experience

• 5 years of leadership or supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Experience in food or dairy manufacturing environments strongly preferred.
• Working knowledge of OSHA safety standards.

Preferred Certifications

• Nevada Department of Public Health Milk Sampler Certification.
• Certified Industry Analyst certification for PMO Appendix-N drug residue testing.
• SQF Practitioner Certification.

Position Overview

The Production Supervisor is responsible for leading night shift manufacturing operations to ensure the safe, efficient, and compliant production of high-quality dairy products. This role oversees production personnel, drives operational performance, and ensures strict adherence to food safety, sanitation, and regulatory standards. The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining equipment efficiency, achieving production targets, and fostering a culture focused on safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

Production & Operational Leadership

• Lead night shift production activities to meet daily production targets and operational KPIs.
• Maximize equipment uptime and operational efficiency while minimizing downtime and turnaround times.
• Monitor equipment performance and ensure operations remain within established parameters.
• Identify and document root causes when production goals are not achieved and implement corrective actions.
• Support and utilize the company’s Quality and Business Management Systems (SAP).

Food Safety, Quality & Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure all products meet established quality specifications and food safety standards.
• Maintain strict adherence to GMP, HACCP, SQF, and all plant regulatory requirements.
• Oversee sanitation and cleaning processes, including CIP validation and sanitation audits.
• Verify sanitation effectiveness through ATP inspections, chemical titrations, and corrective actions when required.
• Maintain a clean and safe production environment that supports the manufacturing of safe, high-quality food products.

Team Leadership & Development

• Lead, coach, and develop production employees to ensure safe and efficient operations.
• Communicate expectations clearly and ensure team members understand operational procedures and responsibilities.
• Monitor employee performance and address performance gaps through coaching and training.
• Foster a team-oriented environment that promotes accountability, productivity, and strong morale.

Workforce Planning & Administration

• Coordinate daily staffing and production schedules to support operational needs.
• Monitor and approve employee time and attendance records.
• Maintain accurate records of attendance and performance.
• Provide staffing coverage and support workforce planning when employees are on vacation or unavailable.

Technical Support & Training

• Provide hands-on guidance and troubleshooting support to production operators.
• Train employees on equipment operation, troubleshooting techniques, and process improvements.
• Participate in required plant training programs, including GMP, HACCP, SQF, and safety compliance.

Continuous Improvement

• Support continuous improvement initiatives, including Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, 5S, and Leader Standard Work.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, product quality, and workplace safety.