Plant Supervisor

Located in Columbus, OH

Salary: 65K - 75 K

Are you a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment including meat and poultry processing? We’re seeking an experienced Plant Supervisor to manage daily production and warehouse operations at our Ohio, US facility, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency while fostering a positive and motivated team culture.

Why You’ll Love This Role

• Be a key leader in a growing food manufacturing facility.
• Work in a collaborative environment that values safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Contribute directly to process improvements, operational efficiency, and cost reduction initiatives.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.

 

What You’ll Do

As a Plant Supervisor, you will:

• Lead, coach, and develop production line employees to consistently achieve daily production targets.
• Plan and coordinate production schedules, allocating labor and resources to ensure on-time order fulfillment.
• Enforce compliance with GMP, HACCP, USDA/FDA, and OSHA standards, conducting routine audits, inspections, and safety meetings.
• Support the Plant Manager in executing production plans, driving process improvements, and implementing cost-reduction initiatives.
• Oversee equipment operations, troubleshoot issues, and coordinate timely repairs or maintenance.
• Maintain accurate records of production output, downtime, labor hours, and inventory, and assist with performance reporting.
• Collaborate closely with Quality Assurance, Warehouse, Maintenance, and Supply Chain teams to ensure smooth, efficient workflows.
• Supervise warehouse operations, ensuring proper inventory organization, FIFO/LIFO compliance, and optimal space utilization.
• Assist with inventory management, including tracking material usage, conducting physical counts, reconciling discrepancies, and maintaining inventory accuracy.
• Oversee shipping and receiving activities, ensuring timely and accurate inbound and outbound deliveries.
• Work with suppliers to resolve order discrepancies and maintain adequate levels of raw materials and packaging supplies.
• Monitor production costs, identify inefficiencies, and drive waste-reduction and yield-improvement efforts.
• Participate in production meetings, share insights, and recommend operational and process improvements.
• Contribute to cross-functional initiatives, including lean manufacturing projects, cost-reduction programs, and ERP system enhancements.
• Foster a positive, safe, and productive work environment while addressing employee concerns and promoting teamwork.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Plant Manager.

 

Qualifications & Skills Required

• Post-secondary education in Food Science, Microbiology, or a related field is required.
• HACCP certification is required.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in food manufacturing, preferably in a USDA FSIS-regulated meat facility.
• Previous experience in import/export is an asset.
• Strong knowledge of GMP, HACCP, USDA/FDA regulations, and food safety standards.
• Proven ability to lead, coach, and motivate teams in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with production scheduling, workflow optimization, inventory control, and warehouse operations.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel); experience with ERP or production management software is an asset.
• Effective communication, problem-solving, and data-driven decision-making skills.
• Ability to work in a cold environment (0 °C to 4 °C) for extended periods.
• Positive, proactive attitude with a focus on continuous improvement, process optimization, and team development.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles, 5S, health & safety practices, and cost-control strategies.
• Ability to adapt to a dynamic, fast-paced environment and manage changing priorities effectively.

 

Work Environment

• Production floor in a refrigerated food manufacturing facility.
• Occasional overtime or weekend work may be required based on production needs.

 

Ready to Take the Lead?
If you’re a results-oriented leader with a passion for food manufacturing and operational excellence, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and become a key part of our team as a Plant Supervisor!

 

 

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