Totowa, NJ Job Details Full-time $60,000 - $90,000 a year 16 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance Life insurance Qualifications Food and beverage product quality management Food quality maintenance Machine setup Manufacturing management Equipment setup (production tasks) Maintaining an organized workspace Food safety management Food processing Food processing plant experience Team leadership Engineering Production deviation management Shift management GMP Mid-level Personal protective equipment (PPE) adherence Performance management Production optimization Compliance management Manufacturing process inspections Bachelor's degree in engineering HACCP Packaging Food & beverage production Packing operations supervision Safety equipment Management reporting Factory process monitoring Clean workspace maintenance Quality control experience within food and beverage industry
Full Job Description About Us:
At Cibo Vita, innovation drives everything we do. Based in Totowa, NJ, we craft premium healthy snacks under the Nature's Garden brand, combining quality ingredients with creative flavor and function. Our products are designed to support wellness, sustainability, and better snacking choices-helping consumers "Snack With Purpose."
Job Summary:
A Zone Leader in food manufacturing oversees a specific production area (e.g., mixing, packaging) to ensure safety, quality, and efficiency. They lead teams, monitor performance, enforce
HACCP/GMP
compliance, and maintain equipment, often acting as a bridge between frontline workers and management
Key Responsibilities:
Shift Readiness & Floor Management Walk the floor at the start of each shift to ensure all machines, tools, and materials are set up and ready for production. Verify that all operators are present and assigned correctly. 'Production Flow & Performance Monitor daily production flow, address issues immediately, and ensure output meets schedule, quantity, and quality goals. Staffing & Communication Assign tasks to operators, pickers, and loaders based on staffing levels. Communicate any absences or manpower needs to the Production Manager. Quality & Safety Oversight Inspect production lines regularly to ensure products meet quality specs and that any nonconformance is reported and corrected. Enforce GMP and safety standards, ensure PPE use, and maintain a clean and organized area throughout the shift. Leadership & Reporting Provide shift updates to the Production Manager, including performance issues, machine problems, and order status. Participate in daily shift meetings.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in engineering (Preferred)
Hiring Requirements:
Able to stand for long periods and lift up to 20 pounds What do we offer: Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits Life Insurance 401K PTO Company Paid Holidays Career advancement and training About New Cibo Vita LLC Cibo Vita is a CPG manufacturer located in Totowa, NJ, with a focus on high-quality, innovative, "better for you" snacks. Cibo Vita primarily operates under its flagship brand, Nature's Garden, which has a national presence.