A Production Shift Supervisor oversees employees working on multiple production lines. Assigns tasks and adjusts workloads to meet production goals, schedules and monitors training and assess progress of the employees, monitors production quality and uses leadership skills to solve problems with employees.
Job Summary We are seeking an experienced Packaging Supervisor to lead our packaging team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This hands-on leadership role is responsible for ensuring products are packaged safely, efficiently, and according to quality standards while supporting daily production goals. The ideal candidate is a strong leader who enjoys coaching employees, solving problems, and driving continuous improvement. This position has the opportunity to become a permanent role based on performance and business needs. Pay & Schedule Training Schedule Monday-Wednesday during the training period. Transition to the regular Thursday-Saturday schedule beginning in August.
Regular Shift Options Thursday-Saturday Nights:
5:00 PM-5:30
AM Night Shift Differential:
Additional $3.00 per hour Key Responsibilities Supervise, coach, and develop Packaging Operators and Shift Leads. Ensure packaging operations meet production schedules, quality standards, and safety requirements. Enforce all safety policies, GMPs, sanitation procedures, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Monitor food safety and quality standards while partnering with the Quality team to implement improvements. Schedule employees to ensure efficient staffing and production coverage. Train and cross-train employees to support operational flexibility and reduce workplace injuries through job rotation. Perform and support all Packaging Operator and Shift Lead duties as needed. Oversee equipment startup, shutdown, cleaning, sanitation, and CIP procedures. Coordinate with Warehouse, Maintenance, Quality, and Production teams to maintain production flow and resolve operational issues. Manage packaging supply inventory and submit purchasing requests as needed. Complete ERP transactions, production records, and required documentation accurately and on time. Monitor department performance, support KPI achievement, and identify opportunities for continuous improvement. Conduct employee coaching, one-on-one meetings, performance evaluations, and corrective actions when necessary. Complete incident reporting and assist with injury and claim management. Lead shift handoff meetings, team meetings, and employee communications. Assist with department budgeting, equipment planning, and process improvements. Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications Minimum 3 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing, packaging, food production, or similar production environment. Previous leadership experience managing teams of 5 or more employees . Experience working with food safety programs, GMPs, sanitation practices, and quality systems. Strong leadership, communication, coaching, and conflict resolution skills. Proven ability to prioritize work and make sound decisions in a fast-paced environment. Experience using Microsoft Office and ERP or manufacturing software systems. Oregon Food Handler Card (or ability to obtain). Forklift certification (or ability to obtain). Experience safely handling industrial cleaning chemicals and sanitizers. Working knowledge of packaging equipment, preventative maintenance practices, and basic troubleshooting. Physical Requirements Ability to stand and walk for extended periods. Frequently lift up to 50 pounds. Safely operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other production equipment. Perform repetitive tasks in a manufacturing environment. Work in wet, humid, and noisy production conditions. Comfortable using computers and completing required documentation. Work Environment Manufacturing and production environment Day or night shifts available Schedule may include weekends and holidays Combination of production floor and office work Fast-paced, team-oriented workplace
