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Leoforce

Operations Supervisor (Night Shift)

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What they do

A Restaurant or Food Service Supervisor supervises food preparation and staff for a restaurant or dining hall. Manages budget for food supplies, equipment and staff; hires and trains staff; monitors food safety procedures. May plan menus or work with chefs or dieticians to plan menus. Works in a school, hospital, nursing home or other institution.

$41,664 / year median in New York

+16% projected growth

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Experience:
Manager Salary:
$80,000 - $115,000 per year Job Details - Production & Operations Leadership Supervise and direct all night shift production activities including processing, packaging, and material handling Execute daily/weekly production plans and adjust staffing or priorities as needed to meet output targets Monitor line performance, troubleshoot operational issues, and escalate equipment concerns as needed Ensure smooth shift handoff by documenting performance, issues, and key updates to incoming leadership Team Leadership & Development Lead, coach, and develop a team of production employees (often 20-60+ employees depending on facility size) Conduct shift start-up meetings, provide daily direction, and reinforce accountability to KPIs Train new hires and promote ongoing employee development and cross-training Manage attendance, staffing coverage, and performance management as needed Safety & Compliance Enforce all safety policies, PPE requirements, and regulatory compliance standards Ensure strict adherence to GMP, HACCP, SQF, and sanitation protocols Conduct safety inspections and proactively address risks on the production floor Quality & Food Safety Ensure all products meet internal quality standards and regulatory requirements Partner with QA to address deviations, conduct root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions Monitor production for consistency with recipes, specifications, and labeling requirements Continuous Improvement & Reporting Track and report key production metrics (OEE, yield, downtime, waste, etc.) Identify continuous improvement opportunities to increase efficiency and reduce costs Support lean manufacturing initiatives and process optimization efforts Cross-Functional Collaboration Coordinate with Maintenance, Quality, Warehouse, and other departments to ensure efficient operations Communicate production issues and priorities clearly across shifts and leadership teams Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Engineering, Business, or related field preferred 2+ years of supervisory experience in food & beverage manufacturing Experience working in a regulated environment (FDA, USDA, SQF, HACCP) Strong leadership and team development experience Ability to work independently and make decisions in a fast-paced, off-shift environment Knowledge of production processes, equipment troubleshooting, and manufacturing KPIs Excellent communication and problem-solving skills Proficiency with Microsoft Office and/or ERP systems Night shift position supporting a 24/7 manufacturing operation Requires flexibility for overtime, weekends, and coverage as needed Hands-on role with time spent on the production floor A bit about us: - The Production Supervisor is responsible for leading all production and operational activities during the night shift within a high-volume food & beverage manufacturing facility. This role ensures safe, efficient, and compliant operations while maintaining quality standards and meeting production targets. The supervisor will lead a team of hourly employees and collaborate cross-functionally to drive continuous improvement across the plant. •Relocation assistance is available Why join us? - Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage 401(k) with company match Generous PTO Relocation assistance Opportunity to step into a high-impact leadership role on a critical off-shift Exposure to full plant operations and leadership visibility Growth potential into Production Manager or Operations Leadership roles #manufacturing #aseptic #dairy #production #haccp #packaging #plant #operations-management #warehouse #food-safety #esl #3-years-of-manufacturing-leadership-experience #experience-working-in-food-or-beverage-dairy-preferred #food-manufaturing #tier4