Working Plant Supervisor – Nutraceutical Manufacturing (Startup Environment)

Working Plant Supervisor – Nutraceutical Manufacturing (Startup Environment)

Nutra19 | Wood Dale, IL | Full-Time | $90,000/year

On-site | Monday–Friday (Day Shift)

About the Role

Nutra19 is seeking a hands-on Working Plant Supervisor to lead daily production and warehouse operations at our Wood Dale facility.

This is a startup manufacturing environment. Systems, structure, and flow are actively being built, and this role will play a key part in shaping them.

This is not a desk-based management role. The majority of your time will be spent on the production floor:

• Blending batches
• Running and troubleshooting the fill line
• Keeping production moving
• Supporting the team wherever needed

We are looking for someone who naturally takes ownership, steps in to solve problems, and leads through action.

This is a unique opportunity to step into a growing operation and help build how the plant runs day-to-day. The right candidate will have a strong voice in shaping processes, improving flow, and establishing structure as we scale.

As the operation grows, this role has the potential to expand into broader operational leadership.What Success Looks Like

• Production runs consistently with minimal downtime
• Materials are staged and flow efficiently through the process
• The team is aligned, accountable, and improving
• Issues are identified early and resolved quickly
• The operation becomes more structured, efficient, and scalable over time—and you play a key role in building that foundation

Key Responsibilities

• Personally blend liquid batches according to formulas and SOPs
• Set up, operate, and troubleshoot the liquid fill line
• Step in to resolve equipment or process issues in real time
• Supervise daily production, shipping, receiving, and warehouse activities
• Coordinate material staging and production flow
• Maintain GMP, safety, and sanitation standards
• Build structure in a developing operation (organization, accountability, process flow)
• Train, coach, and develop production and warehouse staff
• Maintain accurate inventory and support cycle counts
• Partner with Quality, Procurement, and Supply Chain to maintain compliance and efficiency

What We’re Looking For

We are looking for a hands-on operator with leadership capability—whether developed through formal supervision or by naturally stepping into ownership roles.

• 3 years in a GMP-regulated manufacturing environment(nutraceuticals, supplements, food/beverage, cosmetics, or pharmaceuticals)
• Hands-on experience operating production equipment
• Experience leading or supervising production or warehouse teams (formal or informal)
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• A proactive mindset with a willingness to step in wherever needed
• Strong attention to detail and documentation discipline
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and work on your feet throughout the day
• High school diploma or GED
• English proficiency

Preferred

• Nutraceutical or supplement manufacturing experience
• Experience in a startup or fast-growing manufacturing environment
• Experience working alongside Quality teams and audits
• Inventory system familiarity
• Forklift experience

What You’ll Be Joining

You’ll be joining a nimble, collaborative team that values ownership, clear communication, and supporting each other to get the job done. We are building something that works—and we’re looking for someone who wants to be part of that.

Benefits

• 401(k) match
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• In your most recent role, what percentage of your time was spent working hands-on in production vs supervising?  Please describe what you were personally responsible for running, adjusting, troubleshooting, or fixing.
• Describe a time when a production line or piece of equipment was down or not running correctly. What did you personally do to diagnose and get things back up and running?

• Describe your experience working in a GMP-regulated environment.  What types of products were being manufactured, and what were your personal responsibilities in maintaining GMP compliance?
• What types of nutraceutical products have you personally worked with (e.g., liquids, powders, capsules, tinctures)?  Please include any hands-on experience blending or filling liquid products.
• Give an example of how you’ve led or influenced a team on the production floor—especially in situations where you had to step in and take charge.
• Tell us about a time you worked in an environment where processes were not fully built or were changing quickly.  How did you respond, and what actions did you take?
• Have you been involved in GMP audits or quality inspections?  If so, what was your role and level of involvement?

Language:

• English (Required)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Wood Dale, IL 60191 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $90,000