What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production / Sanitation Supervisor - Third Shift position at Nature's Touch Inc.?
Who We Are
Nature's Touch has established itself as a leader in the distribution of frozen fruits and vegetables since 2004. We source from all over the world to secure a steady and reliable supply, bringing the highest quality frozen fruits and vegetables to our customers at a competitive price - delivering a consistent quality experience every time.
Why Join Us?
Grow your career by joining a dynamic team and participating in the expansion of a leading company in the industry! We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Life insurance
- 401(k) with company matching
- Employee assistance program
- Paid time off and paid sick time
- Referral program
About the Position
The 3rd Shift Production/Sanitation Supervisor is a combined leadership role responsible for overseeing all end-of-shift production activities and leading the full sanitation cycle through start-up. This position supervises hourly production and sanitation team members across both functions, ensuring seamless handoff between production and sanitation, full regulatory compliance, and a safe, clean facility ready for the next production run. This role exercises independent authority and judgment on the overnight shift.
Production Responsibilities
- Promotes and encourages a safe, positive, and productive work environment across all shift activities.
- Understands, follows, and enforces all established safety, health, quality GMP, and Company policies, procedures, and recognized practices.
- Exercises authority and independent judgment on the shift to resolve production and quality issues as they arise.
- Manages staffing assignments for the shift to achieve plant production and labor objectives.
- Anticipates and determines causes of delays in shift operations and takes appropriate action to meet production schedules.
- Accurately confirms production counts and reviews all production paperwork for accuracy on a daily basis to ensure compliance and update department KPIs.
- Accountable for shift documentation including decisions, issues, actions, and status updates for compliance and continuous improvement.
- Responsible for the quality of product produced on the shift and for corrective action on food safety and quality problems.
- Drives continuous improvement initiatives in safety, quality, and efficiency.
- Effectively communicates pertinent information to management and other departments.
- Helps develop new methods and procedures to optimize manufacturing efficiencies.
- Maintains a supportive and productive work atmosphere through professional conduct and effective communication.
Sanitation Responsibilities
- Directs and assists the sanitation team in completing all daily sanitation duties in a hands-on supervisory capacity.
- Leads sanitation team members to be compliant with all Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures (SSOPs).
- Completes pre-operational inspection activities to verify all equipment and tools are properly cleaned and sanitized prior to production start-up.
- Responsible for completing sanitation documentation of all day-to-day activities.
- Maintains inventory of sanitation chemicals and tools necessary to complete the job.
- Guides team members in occupational and food safety best practices.
- Works closely with Quality Assurance on the environmental monitoring program and developing root cause and corrective action plans.
- Motivates and assists team members to complete sanitation duties in a timely manner to support scheduled production start times.
The Ideal Candidate
- 3-5 years of relevant supervisory experience in food manufacturing, production, or sanitation operations.
- Prior experience in sanitation supervision or food plant sanitation preferred.
- Bilingual in English and Spanish required.
- Excellent communication, organizational, and time management skills (written and verbal).
- Must have excellent attention to detail and a strong commitment to food safety and quality.
- Ability to work overnight hours (11:00 PM - 7:00 AM), Monday through Friday.
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
Schedule & Location
- Shift: 3rd shift, 11:00 PM - 7:00 AM
- Days: Monday through Friday
- Location: Front Royal, VA 22630 (located on the Corridor Connector transit system Rt. 340/522 service area)
- Reliable commute or relocation required before starting work
- Pay: Commensurate with experience