The Production Supervisor is responsible for leading daily manufacturing operations across multiple production lines to achieve safety, quality, delivery, and cost objectives. This role provides frontline leadership by developing high-performing teams, driving operational excellence, and fostering a culture of accountability, employee engagement, and continuous improvement. Reporting to the Plant Director, the Production Supervisor partners closely with Quality, Sanitation, Maintenance, and Operations leadership to optimize production performance, ensure food safety compliance, and support the successful execution of business objectives. Essential Functions & Key Responsibilities Lead daily production operations to achieve safety, quality, delivery, and cost performance goals. Supervise multiple production lines while ensuring adherence to production schedules and operational priorities. Maintain and enforce company policies, work procedures, and employee safety programs. Promote a culture of safety, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement throughout the operation. Partner with Quality and Sanitation teams to ensure compliance with GMPs, food safety standards, and regulatory requirements. Troubleshoot manufacturing issues and provide timely direction to production teams to minimize downtime and maximize efficiency. Coach, mentor, and develop production leads and frontline employees through performance management and ongoing training. Manage labor resources, equipment, and materials to maximize productivity and operational efficiency. Monitor work-in-process inventory and production performance utilizing ERP systems. Drive continuous improvement initiatives, including Lean Manufacturing principles and operational efficiency projects. Support capital projects, equipment installations, and operational improvement initiatives. Ensure adherence to production standards, operating procedures, quality expectations, and performance metrics. Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Maintenance, Engineering, Supply Chain, Quality, and Sanitation to support plant objectives. Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Requirements:

Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, Business Administration, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience will be considered. Minimum of 3-5 years of manufacturing experience. Minimum of 3-5 years of supervisory or leadership experience in a manufacturing environment. Food manufacturing or other regulated manufacturing experience preferred. Working knowledge of food safety systems including GMPs, SQF, BRC, HACCP, or similar standards. Experience with ERP systems and Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) reporting preferred. Lean Manufacturing certification (Green Belt or Black Belt) preferred. Strong leadership, coaching, and employee development skills. Excellent problem-solving, decision-making, and organizational abilities. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Financial acumen with the ability to understand production cost drivers and operational performance metrics. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel and PowerPoint. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Ability to work weekends, extended hours, or alternative shifts as business needs require. Tandem Foods is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Compensation:

$82,200-$102,000