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Production Supervisor

Puratos
West, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 5/17/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/14/2026
As a Production Supervisor, you’ll play a critical role in leading daily manufacturing operations. You’ll be responsible for motivating and developing production staff, reinforcing policies and procedures, and ensuring safety, quality, and performance standards are consistently met. This role is a key part of the Operations team, focused on driving efficiency, maintaining facility conditions, and fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.

Primary Responsibilities

  • Lead and coach production staff to maintain a safe, clean, and audit-ready environment
  • Monitor team performance, provide feedback, and manage records for union employees
  • Oversee daily production flow, troubleshoot issues, and drive efficiency and cost control
  • Collaborate across departments (Quality, R&D, Warehouse, Maintenance) to ensure smooth operations
  • Promote a strong safety culture through training, investigations, and preventive measures
  • Report daily KPIs and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives (LEAN, 5S, visual management)
  • Manage inventory using ERP systems, ensuring FIFO and material availability
  • Uphold union contract terms and maintain positive labor relations

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree required
  • Minimum 3 years of experience in manufacturing or production leadership
  • Strong leadership and team development skills
  • Experience with inventory control and ERP systems (SAP preferred)
  • Familiarity with GMP, food manufacturing, and Lean Six Sigma principles
  • Fluent in English; bilingual a Spanish a plus
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
  • Effective communicator and collaborator across departments
  • Flexible to work occasional weekends
  • Physical Demands: Mix of desk work and active floor presence, including daily sitting, walking, standing, pushing/pulling, and lifting up to 25 lbs regularly; heavier lifting may occur infrequently and always with assistance.
  • Environmental Conditions: Daily exposure to factory conditions including uneven ground, noise (hearing protection provided), temperature fluctuations, dust from ingredients, and active machinery; occasional work at heights or with biohazards may occur with proper PPE.

The following common allergens are processed in our facilities: wheat, eggs, dairy, and soy.

Looking for a Career for Good?

We offer a competitive compensation and benefit package, designed to promote a Happier, Healthier You which includes:

Compensation:

  • Compensation for this role is salaried and will be based on your experience, skills, and location, with a typical range between $69,800 - $100,338.
  • This role is eligible for a targeted annual bonus equal to 5%. Final bonus payouts are determined by both individual and company performance.

Benefits:

  • Medical coverage starts the first of the month—no waiting period
  • Immediate 401(k) eligibility with fully vested matching contributions
  • Over 5 weeks of paid time off in your first year
  • Free life coaching, onsite health exams, and 24/7 access to Registered Nurses
  • Lifestyle Spending Account

If you are a solution oriented and analytical thinker with a passion for leading and inspiring people, we invite you to experience the magic of being yourself and join us for “a career for good.”

Salary : $69,800 - $100,338

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