Job Description Summary: As the Production Supervisor you will bear the responsible for overseeing frontline associates to manufacture products using efficient and safe production processes.
Position-Related Responsibilities and Key Job Duties- Meet or exceed production goals while minimizing costs.
- Create and execute 1-year and 3-year business plans that align with national/regional/local Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) strategies.
- Contribute to operational goals by improving efficiency and managing resources effectively.
- Lead, coach, and mentor a high-performing team to boost productivity and engagement.
- Build a culture of collaboration by encouraging best practice sharing and breaking down barriers to teamwork.
- Set clear expectations, hold team members accountable, and provide timely, actionable feedback.
- Foster a diverse and inclusive work environment.
- Monitor and improve production processes to maximize line efficiency and reduce downtime.
- Manage production performance against key KPIs within labor and operating expense (OPEX) budgets.
- Ensure production readiness, including supervising equipment setup, changeovers, and regular checks for compliance with standard operating procedures.
- Maintain a safe working environment by inspecting equipment and work conditions.
- Drive process improvements by implementing Lean, Six Sigma, and other methodologies to refine operations.
- Champion initiatives meant to improve sustainability, quality, and customer satisfaction.
- Oversee compliance with all company and regulatory policies, including Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and food safety regulations.
Education and Requirements - Bachelor's in Engineering, Life Science, related discipline or equivalent work experience preferred.
- Minimum 3 year of supervisory experience managing people and processes.
- A minimum of 3 years in a manufacturing environment.
Preferred Qualifications- Experience in ISO standards (e.g., 22000, 9000, 14001) or other management systems.
- Certifications or practical experience in Lean, Six Sigma, or 5S methodologies.
- Knowledge of HACCP (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points).
- Working knowledge of SAP or other enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.
- Knowledge of Lean manufacturing concepts and Self-Guided Workforce models.
- Expertise in analyzing and improving KPIs within a production environment.
*Please apply by attaching an up to date CV complete with contact information, in PDF or Word format.
Skills:5s (Inactive), Change Management, Coaching, Continual Improvement Process, Food Safety and Sanitation (Inactive), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), ISO 90001, Lean Manufacturing, Microsoft Office, organization, Process Improvements, Production Management, Production Processes, Quality Control (QC), Six Sigma, Standard Operating Procedure (SOP), Workforce Planning
Pay Range:United States of America: 107,400 USD - 128,000 USD
Base pay offered may vary depending on geography, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. A full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position, is offered.
Annual Incentive Reference Value Percentage:15
Annual Incentive reference value is a market-based competitive value for your role. It falls in the middle of the range for your role, indicating performance at target.
Location(s):United States of America
City/Cities:Columbus
Travel Required:00% - 25%
Relocation Provided:Yes
Job Posting End Date:July 19, 2026
