Production Supervisor - 3rd Shift

KIK Consumer Products, Inc.

$80K — $85K *
Salem, VA 24153In-Person
Food & Beverages
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED required
  • 5+ years in manufacturing, including 3+ years in a supervisory role
  • Experience leading teams in a fast-paced production environment
  • Strong knowledge of Quality Management Systems (QMS)
  • Proficient in GMP, safety programs, and Lean methodologies
  • Effective conflict management and change leadership skills
  • Strong communication skills across departments

Responsibilities

  • Lead filling line operations to meet production targets safely and efficiently
  • Supervise and develop shift leads and production employees to drive performance
  • Monitor production metrics and implement corrective actions for improvements
  • Ensure compliance with safety policies and quality standards
  • Conduct shift meetings to align priorities across various departments
  • Optimize staffing based on production needs and schedule demands
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational performance

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Life and disability insurance
  • Retirement savings options with employer match
  • Education Assistance for professional development
  • Growth opportunities within a high-performing team environment
Full Job Description
Job Description

Your Role at KIK

The Production Supervisor leads the daily operations of the filling department to ensure production targets are achieved safely, efficiently, and within quality standards. This role oversees shift performance, coordinates production employees, and proactively addresses operational challenges to minimize downtime and maintain on-time delivery. As a hands-on leader, the Supervisor drives continuous improvement initiatives, enforces safety and compliance standards, and fosters a high-performing team culture focused on productivity, accountability, and development. The hours for this role is 10:00 pm - 6:30 am Sun-Thur with overtime as needed.

What You'll Do
  • Lead daily filling line operations to achieve production schedules while meeting safety, quality, delivery, and cost objectives
  • Supervise, coach, and develop 3rd Shift Leads and approximately 25 production employees: drive accountability, engagement, and performance
  • Monitor key production metrics including output, yields, downtime, waste, and labor efficiency; implement corrective actions to improve results
  • Ensure strict adherence to all safety policies, GMP standards, sanitation requirements, and regulatory compliance expectations
  • Conduct shift kick-off meetings and lead cross-functional communication to align priorities across Production, QA, Supply Chain, Maintenance, and HR
  • Optimize staffing and manpower utilization based on production demand, attendance, and schedule priorities
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on reducing downtime, improving reliability, and lowering operational costs using Lean or similar methodologies
  • Maintain inspection-ready conditions at all times, ensuring housekeeping, documentation, and quality standards are consistently met
  • Oversee production documentation including work orders, labor reporting, timecards, quality checks, and daily performance tracking
  • Support employee development and performance management activities, including training, safety programs, and corrective action in alignment with company policy


What You'll Bring
  • High school diploma or GED equivalent required
  • 5+ years of manufacturing experience, including at least 3 years in a supervisory role
  • Demonstrated experience leading teams in a fast-paced production environment with a strong focus on safety, quality, and performance metrics
  • Strong working knowledge of Quality Management Systems (QMS), including documentation control, deviation management, corrective actions, and audit readiness
  • Proven ability to coach, develop, and hold teams accountable while fostering a positive, high-performing culture
  • Strong working knowledge of GMP, safety programs, and 6S/lean workplace standards; experience conducting safety training and tracking compliance
  • Results-driven mindset with a track record of improving efficiency, reducing downtime, and driving continuous improvement initiatives
  • Effective conflict management skills and the ability to lead through change in a dynamic manufacturing setting
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate cross-functionally and build partnerships across departments
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and production reporting systems
  • Experience with high-speed automated production equipment; bottle filling machinery experience strongly preferred


What You Will Get

KIK offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits including health, wellness, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance. You can plan for your future with KIK's retirement savings options including employer match. KIK also recognizes the importance of continuing education and offers Education Assistance to our employees to encourage continued personal development and growth.

We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. This position has a base salary range of $80,000-$85,000 plus eligibility for an annual incentive bonus. The actual salary may vary based upon several factors including your relevant skills and experience.

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