Weekend Manufacturing Supervisor – Nights

Balchem Corporation

. Supervise, motivate, coach, and monitor employees assigned to Production and Packaging during the weekend schedule .

Posted 9/22/2026full-timeLincoln • Nebraska • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong leadership in supervising production and packaging operations, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards while effectively managing team performance and operational efficiency.

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Manufacturing LeadershipFood Safety ProgramsGood Manufacturing Practices (GMP)HACCP ComplianceProduction Equipment Management

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Hard Skills

Production ProcessesPackaging OperationsStandard Operating Procedures (SOP)Process Equipment TroubleshootingDocumentation ManagementQuality ControlSafety ComplianceOperational SupportContinuous ImprovementConflict Management

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsTime ManagementProblem-SolvingAttention to DetailTeam Motivation

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeAutomated Packaging EquipmentProduction EquipmentPLC SystemsPersonal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Certifications & Qualifications

High School Diploma or GEDAssociate or Bachelor's Degree (Preferred)

Industry Keywords

Food ManufacturingCereal ProductionIngredient ProcessingSanitation ProgramsOSHA Standards

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Supervise, motivate, coach, and monitor employees assigned to Production and Packaging during the weekend schedule
Provide clear direction at shift start and maintain active floor presence
Address performance, attendance, conduct, communication, and conflict concerns promptly and professionally
Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with company policies, procedures, and applicable laws, partnering with Human Resources and management as appropriate
Coordinate and oversee continual operation of production and packaging processes
Monitor safe and effective operation of production equipment and supporting systems, including cookers, extruders, feed systems, augers, scales, slurry systems, surge bins, PLCs, and related equipment
Oversee packaging activities, including filling bags or totes, sealing, labeling, palletizing, metal detector checks, weight checks, rework and scrap reporting, and finished product handling
Confirm operators follow approved recipes, process parameters, Standard Operating Procedures, and work instructions
Coordinate basic troubleshooting and escalate equipment or process issues when appropriate
Provide hands-on operational support while maintaining supervisory coverage and decision-making responsibility
Communicate schedule deviations, downtime, staffing concerns, quality issues, safety events, and other material risks to managers and support functions
Promote a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with company safety requirements, OSHA standards, PPE requirements, and safe work practices
Reinforce Good Manufacturing Practices, HACCP programs, sanitation requirements, and applicable food safety and quality standards
Ensure work areas and equipment remain clean, sanitary, and orderly according to the Master Sanitation Schedule and assigned cleaning activities
Coordinate people, equipment, materials, and priorities to support safe, compliant, efficient, and high-quality production from raw materials through finished packaged product
Ensure effective communication and handoff with weekday leadership and support teams

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma or GED required
Previous manufacturing leadership or supervisory experience required
Experience leading both production and packaging operations is strongly preferred
Working knowledge of manufacturing processes and equipment, preferably in food, cereal, ingredient, or other regulated manufacturing
Demonstrated ability to lead employees, set priorities, make sound decisions, communicate expectations, manage conflict, and maintain composure during operational disruptions
Strong organization, time management, documentation, problem-solving, and written and verbal communication skills
Excellent attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities across departments
Ability to read and apply instructions, correspondence, Standard Operating Procedures, work instructions, safety requirements, and production documentation
Computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office
Dependable and trustworthy, with the ability to consistently work the assigned weekend-focused schedule
Associate or bachelor's degree in operations, manufacturing, business, food science, engineering, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience (preferred)
Two to three years of related manufacturing experience and/or training (preferred)
Experience with food safety programs, GMPs, HACCP, sanitation programs, lockout/tagout, and OSHA requirements (preferred)
Experience with process equipment, automated packaging equipment, and structured continuous improvement (preferred)
Availability for assigned weekend schedule and flexibility to support training, meetings, shift handoffs, emergencies, production needs, and occasional schedule adjustments
Ability to meet physical requirements, wear required personal protective equipment, and comply with plant safety, hygiene, and food safety requirements

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical/Dental/Vision Plan Insurance after 1st month
401(k) with 6% employer match after 60 days
Paid Time Off
Uniforms and safety shoes provided
Tuition Reimbursement after 2 years (work-related)
Free Cereal
Competitive salary and benefits package