Production Supervisor

Job Title:

Production Supervisor – Food Co-Packing

Reports to:

Production Manager / Plant Manager

Job Summary:

The Production Supervisor is responsible for overseeing daily manufacturing operations on assigned lines or shifts in our food co-packing facility. This includes managing production staff, ensuring production targets and quality standards are met, maintaining compliance with food safety and regulatory requirements, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:Production Operations

· Supervise and coordinate daily production activities to meet output, quality, and efficiency targets.

· Allocate manpower, plan shifts, and monitor line performance for various co-packing projects (e.g., pouching, bottling, cartoning).

· Ensure machinery and equipment are operated safely and effectively.

Quality & Food Safety

· Enforce GMP, HACCP, and company food safety protocols on the floor.

· Ensure products are packed as per specifications, correct labelling, and customer requirements.

· Collaborate with QA team on in-process checks and corrective actions.

People Management

· Lead, train, and motivate operators and line workers.

· Maintain discipline, attendance, and safety compliance among team members.

· Conduct briefings before shifts and ensure daily production records are filled accurately.

Troubleshooting & Improvement

· Identify and resolve production issues (equipment stoppages, process deviations, material shortages).

· Suggest and implement initiatives to improve OEE, reduce waste, and increase line efficiencies.

· Support maintenance team during breakdowns.

Documentation & Compliance

· Maintain production logs, batch records, and downtime reports.

· Ensure compliance with internal SOPs, regulatory, and customer audit requirements.

Qualifications:

· Diploma / Bachelor’s degree in Food Technology, Mechanical, or related field.

· 3-5 years’ experience in food manufacturing, preferably in co-packing or contract manufacturing.

· Strong understanding of GMP, HACCP, and production line operations.

· Experience with high-speed packaging lines preferred.

Key Skills:

· Strong leadership & team management.

· Good communication and reporting skills.

· Basic troubleshooting of production machinery.

· Knowledge of food safety standards.

Work Environment:

· Factory floor environment with exposure to production lines, noise, and temperature variations.

· Requires standing for long periods and supervising multiple lines.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹15,000.00 - ₹18,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Provident Fund

Schedule:

• Morning shift
• Rotational shift

Supplemental Pay:

• Yearly bonus

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)
• Night Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Expected Start Date: 01/09/2025