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PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR
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What they do
A Production Supervisor supervises workers and production schedules, monitors supplies, and oversees quality assurance at a production facility.
$76,510 / year median in California
+5% projected growth
Job Description
production supervisor.hanford, californiaposted august 21, 2026 job detailssummary$80,000
•$90,000 per yearpermanentno requirementscategoryproduction occupations reference AB_5024053 job details We are seeking a results-driven Production Supervisor to oversee daily floor operations at our food manufacturing facility. You will lead shift personnel, drive line efficiency, and maintain strict compliance with food safety and quality standards.
Key Responsibilities Shift Leadership:
Supervise, train, and schedule floor operators; promote a high-performance culture.
Production Targets:
Monitor line throughput, reduce downtime, and meet hourly output goals.
Food Safety & Compliance:
Enforce Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), HACCP protocols, and SQF guidelines.
Quality Control:
Partner with QA to address non-conformances and uphold strict product standards.
Safety First:
Maintain safe working conditions and conduct regular shift huddles. Qualifications 5+ years of supervisory experience in food or beverage manufacturing. strong knowledge of GMPs, HACCP, FDA rules, and food safety standards. Demonstrated ability to lead teams of 15+ employees on a fast-paced line. High school diploma or GED required; relevant degree or certification preferred.
Compensation & Benefits Salary:
$80,000
•$90,000/year (plus shift differential)
Benefits:
Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance, 401(k) with match, PTO, Paid Holidays salary: $80,000
•$90,000 per yearshift: Secondwork hours: 2 PM
•11:30
PMeducation:
No Degree RequiredResponsibilitiesA Production Supervisor in a food manufacturing plant is directly responsible for daily floor operations, ensuring production targets are met while upholding strict safety, quality, and regulatory standards.
Core Responsibilities Operations & Output:
Assign shift tasks, monitor line speeds, manage hourly throughput, and troubleshoot equipment downtime to meet daily production quotas.
Food Safety & Compliance:
Enforce Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) plans, FDA/USDA regulations, and Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures (SSOPs).
Team Leadership & Safety:
Supervise shift staff, enforce OSHA workplace safety standards, manage timecards, conduct shift handovers, and train operators on equipment and safety protocols.
Quality Assurance:
Conduct product quality checks (weight, temperature, visual standards), ensure continuous cold-chain compliance where applicable, and address immediate quality deviations.
Continuous Improvement & Waste Control:
Track material yield, minimize ingredient waste and giveaway, and implement continuous improvement frameworks like Lean Manufacturing or 5S. The essential functions of this role include:working in a smoke free environmentwearing steel toe shoesworking in a non-temperature controlled environmentmanual lifting up to 50lbsstanding for 8 hours at one timeworking up to 16 hrs of overtime per weekSkillsOperationsSupervisor/CoachSupervisingManufacturingSchedule AdherenceCoachingProduction ControlLeadingFood Manufacturing (5 years of experience is required)QualificationsYears of experience: 5 yearsExperience level: ExperiencedRandstad is a world leader in matching great people with great companies. Our experienced agents will listen carefully to your employment needs and then work diligently to match your skills and qualifications to the right job and company. Whether you're looking for temporary, temporary-to-permanent or permanent opportunities, no one works harder for you than Randstad.
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At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com.
Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).This posting is open for thirty (30) days. Qualified applicants in San Francisco with criminal histories will be considered for employment in accordance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Plans
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance