The posting
Job Title: Production Supervisor Reports to: Production Manager Department: Production
Summary: Henry Broch Foods is seeking a Production Supervisor to lead daily manufacturing operations and support a productive, safe, and collaborative work environment. This role oversees production activities, coordinates staffing and workflow, and provides leadership to Machine Operators, Production Associates, and temporary employees. Working closely with the Production Manager and other departments, the Production Supervisor plays an important role in developing employees, maintaining food safety and quality standards, and ensuring efficient operations while supporting continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee daily production operations, including processing, packaging, rework, equipment cleaning, and production line activities to meet established goals and quality standards.
- Coordinate production schedules, staffing assignments, materials, and workflow, adjusting priorities and resources to maintain efficient operations.
- Provide daily leadership, coaching, and support to Machine Operators, Production Associates, and temporary employees, promoting teamwork, accountability, and employee development.
- Oversee production line readiness, equipment start-ups, changeovers, and shutdowns, working with Machine Operators and Maintenance to address equipment issues and minimize downtime.
- Monitor production output, packaging accuracy, product labeling, coding, material usage, and inventory to ensure customer specifications and production requirements are met.
- Conduct employee performance reviews, provide regular feedback, support employee development, and address performance or employee relations concerns in partnership with Human Resources.
- Support consistent application of company policies, including attendance, workplace conduct, coaching, and corrective action procedures.
- Monitor staffing levels, employee attendance, scheduling, overtime, and labor utilization to maintain appropriate coverage and support departmental budgets.
- Review, correct, and approve employee timecards in ADP Workforce Now, ensuring accurate records and timely payroll processing.
- Assist employees with ADP Workforce Now questions, timekeeping concerns, and employee self-service needs.
- Coordinate employee training and monitor monthly Alchemy usage, participation, and training completion, following up on outstanding requirements.
- Ensure employees are properly trained and follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety procedures.
- Partner with Quality Assurance, Maintenance, and Warehouse teams to resolve quality concerns, equipment issues, and material availability challenges.
- Promote workplace safety by addressing potential hazards, reinforcing safe work practices, and supporting incident reporting and follow-up.
- Monitor production efficiency, equipment downtime, changeovers, labor performance, and operational costs to identify opportunities for improvement.
- Maintain accurate production records, work orders, inventory documentation, shift reports, and employee-related records.
- Communicate production progress, staffing concerns, operational issues, and shift priorities to Production Management and support effective communication between shifts.
- Participate in production planning, inventory activities, departmental meetings, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Perform other duties as assigned to support departmental and organizational goals.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED required; additional education or technical training preferred.
- Minimum of three years of supervisory experience in a production or manufacturing environment.
- Previous experience in food manufacturing or food processing preferred.
- Experience supervising production employees, conducting performance evaluations, coordinating staffing, and addressing employee relations matters.
- Knowledge of manufacturing equipment, production line operations, equipment changeovers, and basic troubleshooting.
- Working knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), food safety, sanitation, and manufacturing safety procedures.
- Experience with production scheduling, inventory, labor management, and production reporting.
- Experience with ADP Workforce Now, Alchemy, or comparable systems preferred.
- Strong leadership, communication, organizational, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to prioritize work, make sound operational decisions, and respond effectively to changing production needs.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
- Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.
- Ability to work assigned shifts, occasional Saturdays, and additional hours based on operational needs.
Work Environment:
- Manufacturing environment with exposure to noise, moving machinery, cleaning chemicals, and varying temperatures, including hot, cold, wet, and humid conditions.
- Frequent standing, walking, bending, and movement throughout production areas.
- Ability to safely navigate production floors, equipment areas, stairs, and platforms.
- Ability to lift or move materials up to 50 lbs, with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Required use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and adherence to established safety and sanitation procedures.
- Work performed in both office and manufacturing environments.
Benefits
Benefits Include: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Health Savings Account (HSA), Paid Time Off, Company-paid Life, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance, and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Disclaimer and Equal Employment Opportunity
This job description provides an overview of the position's primary responsibilities and qualifications. Duties may evolve based on business needs and opportunities for continued growth and improvement.
Henry Broch Foods is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a respectful and inclusive workplace. We welcome qualified applicants from all backgrounds and provide equal employment opportunities in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
