Manufacturing Supervisor

Pay Rate: $40.00–$45.00/hour, based on experience
Schedule: Monday–Saturday, 6:50 PM–7:00 AM
Employment Type: Temp-to-Hire
Bilingual: English/Spanish preferred — bilingual proficiency is a plus and considered an asset
Location: Richmond, VA 

Position Summary

We are seeking a Manufacturing Supervisor who will assist the Manufacturing Manager with the comprehensive day-to-day activities of the production area. The candidate will be responsible for leading a team of hourly associates and ensuring safety, productivity, quality, and cleanliness in a fast-paced manufacturing facility.

Compensation and benefits are competitive and commensurate with the candidate's experience level.

Essential Job Functions

Production & Productivity

• Manage human and material resources to meet production goals.
• Ensure productivity expectations are met.
• Prepare and maintain accurate production reports.
• Monitor staffing levels and headcounts to support optimal production output.
• Lead FAs for repetitive failures and production misses.
• Monitor production activities and communicate issues to the Manufacturing Manager.

Safety & Cleanliness

• Manage the safety and cleanliness of the production area.
• Delegate cleaning responsibilities to hourly associates.
• Ensure all employees within the area of responsibility are properly wearing required PPE.
• Coach employees regarding unsafe behaviors and reinforce safety expectations.
• Promote a safe and compliant work environment.

Quality

• Monitor production lines to ensure products are manufactured according to customer specifications.
• Coach production workers on food-safe production practices.
• Ensure employees follow GMPs and established quality procedures.
• Identify and address quality issues in a timely manner.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Basic understanding of manufacturing terminology and tools.
• Basic knowledge of production, shipping, receiving, and inventory operations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong leadership and team-management abilities.
• Microsoft Office skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Bilingual English/Spanish proficiency is preferred and considered a plus to support a diverse workforce.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to remain on your feet for 10–12 hours.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds unassisted.
• Ability to reach, bend, kneel, and climb while performing repetitive tasks.
• Ability to work in both hot and cold environments.
• Ability to properly wear required PPE for the entire shift.
• Ability to react and respond quickly to noises, smells, visual hazards, and alerts.