Production Supervisor – 2nd and 3rd Shift

Nestle

. Supervise production and/or processing departments .

Posted 10/26/2026full-timeSchaumburg • Illinois • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $82,752 - $109,760 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong leadership in supervising production and processing departments while ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. Proficient in managing operational efficiency, employee training, and continuous improvement initiatives within a manufacturing environment.

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Manufacturing ExperienceSupervisory ExperienceHACCP ComplianceSAP ProficiencyBilingual (English/Spanish)

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Hard Skills

Production SupervisionQuality ControlRegulatory ComplianceData AnalysisContinuous ImprovementProblem AnalysisInventory ControlSanitation StandardsOperational FocusProject Management

Soft Skills

Interpersonal CommunicationInfluencing ChangeTrust BuildingDiscretion and EthicsAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft ApplicationsDigital SolutionsSAP

Industry Keywords

USDA Regulated FacilityPPELOTOGMPsHACCPSSOPsFood Safety Standards

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Supervise production and/or processing departments
Ensure employee safety, product safety and quality, asset performance, and on-time production within assigned lines and shifts
Partner with Safety, Quality, HR, Supply Chain, and other functional areas
Maintain product quality and compliance with company and customer specifications
Enforce safety standards and regulatory compliance, including PPE, LOTO, GMPs, HACCP, and allergen control
Align departmental activities with production schedules and optimize material and labor utilization
Oversee sanitation activities and compliance with SSOPs, GMPs, and food safety standards
Address deviations and support root-cause investigations
Control inventory through SAP and monitor employee SAP usage
Recommend improvements to production methods, equipment performance, and product quality
Maintain and monitor HACCP process-control paperwork, including SPC weight control
Coordinate activities with Leads and Supervisors across departments and the site
Ensure adherence to departmental SOPs, company policies, and objectives
Oversee direct reports’ work activities and training and development
Work with Associate and/or Senior Managers on factory goals, strategies, plans, and policies
Approve payroll and correct hourly employee timecards
Monitor employee adherence to company rules and take corrective action
Review crewing levels and optimize labor costs
Lead or participate in continuous-improvement efforts to control labor and supply costs and increase production efficiency
Report unsafe or hazardous work conditions to Management

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School Diploma required
Three (3) years Manufacturing experience required
Two (2) year Supervisory experience required
Bachelor’s Degree (B.S.) or equivalent years of experience preferred
Previous experience in a USDA regulated food facility preferred
Ability to establish trust and credibility with employees
Ability to influence and promote change on all levels of the organization
Sound technical skills, logical ability, and strong problem analysis and resolution skills with a strong operational focus
Ability to demonstrate discretion and business ethics
Ability to gather and analyze data and recommend fact-based decisions
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects with aggressive deadlines
Good interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills
Ability to communicate and work effectively with diverse individuals
Proficiency in Microsoft applications and other digital solutions
Ability to thrive in a constantly changing environment
Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus
This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship

Benefits

Comp & perks

Performance-based incentives
401k with company match
Healthcare coverage
Competitive total rewards package
Inclusive workplace
Accommodation support during recruitment