Production Supervisor (Philadelphia)

Summary

The Production Supervisor will directly oversee our production teams, including Production Leads and Production Technicians. This role combines technical knowledge, leadership skills, and operational expertise to ensure daily manufacturing operations run efficiently and meet quality standards while ensuring the safety of our people, workplace and environment and meeting all company, legal and other requirements.

Safety and Compliance

• Lead and Champion workplace safety initiatives and ensure adherence to safety protocols.
• Document and report safety incidents and near-misses.
• Enforce and implement Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) standards.
• Demonstrate working knowledge of HAZMAT, SDS, EPA, FDA, and OSHA compliance requirements.
• Maintain a clean and organized environment using 5S principles.

Team Leadership and Development

• Directly supervise Production personnel across assigned production areas
• Conduct daily production meetings, assign tasks, and coordinate shift handovers
• Provide coaching, training, and performance feedback to team members
• Identify training needs and coordinate skill development for production staff

Daily Operations Management

• Oversee daily production activities to ensure output targets and schedules are met
• Coordinate equipment startups, shutdowns, changeovers, and maintenance activities
• Monitor production metrics and make real-time adjustments to optimize performance
• Ensure proper staffing levels and resource allocation across production lines
• Troubleshoot production issues and implement immediate solutions

Quality Control and Process Improvement

• Monitor quality parameters and ensure adherence to quality standards
• Review production data and quality control reports to identify improvement opportunities
• Implement and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs)
• Lead continuous improvement projects
• Lead root cause analysis (RCA) activities and implement corrective actions

Equipment and Maintenance Coordination

• Coordinate with maintenance teams for equipment repairs and preventive maintenance
• Ensure proper equipment operation and identify potential issues before breakdowns occur
• Oversee autonomous maintenance activities performed by production staff including management of spare parts inventory

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred
• 3+ years of manufacturing experience with 2+ years in a supervisory role
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, automation, and control systems
• Experience with production scheduling and performance monitoring, preferred
• Knowledge of quality and food safety
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and familiarity with ERP systems i.e. (SAP), preferred
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities