Production Supervisor II - 1st Shift (3 Days Left)

Company: Schwan's
Location: Salina
Posted on: October 31, 2025

Job Description:

Job Description Who we are! /n Schwan's Company, a U.S. affiliate of the global lifestyle company CJ CheilJedang Corporation, is a leading U.S. manufacturer and marketer of quality foods offered through retail-grocery and food-service channels. Its many popular brands include Red Baron®, Tony's®, Big Daddy's®, Villa Prima™ and Freschetta® pizza; Mrs. Smith's® and Edwards® desserts; and Pagoda® Asian-style snacks. To learn more about Schwan's, visit www.schwanscompany.com. /n /n What we are looking for: /n Here at Schwan's Company, we put a high priority on having safe, clean, and healthy workspaces. And we want individuals that take that seriously. /n We are hiring a Production Supervisor - 1st shift on Crew A. This Crew will be 6 AM - 6:30 PM (every Sun, Mon, Tues and every other Wednesday) for our West manufacturing facility in Salina, KS. /n /n What you will get from us: /n /n - Opportunities for career growth with a well-established food company /n - For the right candidate, the Production Supervisor role is a starting point on the path to a Manufacturing Manager role. /n - A culture focused on ensuring the health, safety and well-being of its employees. /n - Support and mentorship from team members who are authentic, good-natured and highly skilled. /n - Competitive wages, incentive pay and a comprehensive package of benefits. /n /n Responsibilities: /n /n - Directs production, packaging, and bakery on production lines to ensure company and USDA requirements are met. /n - Supervises, trains, and develops subordinates. /n - Responsible for interviewing and hiring qualified employees, following EEO and Affirmative Action guidelines. /n - Manages employee performance and skills development conducts performance appraisals and administers disciplinary action, including employment terminations when necessary. /n - Responsible for safety, housekeeping, policy administration, employee relations, cost control, and problem-solving /n - Adjust daily work schedule as needed to meet production requirements. /n - Works closely with USDA representative on site to ensure all company, state, and federal requirements for food safety are met. /n - Reviews and signs off on all Quality Assurance and HACCP documentation. /n - Checks product quality, usage, waste, product counts, and weights to assure performance and attainment. /n - Demonstrate KPI measures. /n - Reviews and/or prepares and assures accuracy of various operational reports. /n - Assures improvements, if needed, and timely distribution of reports and budget information /n - Maintains constant improvement in making quality products, reducing costs, and following good manufacturing practices (GMP) /n - Participates in and supports Global Manufacturing Food Safety Initiative programs, implementation, and compliance. /n - The use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is required, including but not limited to bump cap, safety glasses/goggles, face shield, face mask, ear plugs, hair and beard nets, gloves and safety shoes or rubber boots. /n /n Years of Experience: 4 - 5 years related work experience preferably in food industry manufacturing or equivalent combination of education and experience, with minimum of 2 years in supervision. /n Education: High School diploma required. Bachelor's degree preferred. /n Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: /n /n - Intermediate personal computer skills including Microsoft Office /n - SAP experience beneficial /n - Intermediate knowledge of robotics used in production. /n - Ability to effectively supervise line employees. /n - Strong communication and reasoning skills to provide a positive work environment. /n - Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. /n - Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. /n - Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. /n - Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs. /n - Knowledge of USDA, FDA, and BRC regulations preferred. /n - Advanced knowledge of bakery/dough processes preferred. /n /n The employing subsidiaries of Schwan's Company are Equal Opportunity Employers including disability and status as protected veteran. LI-TW1

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