Production Supervisor

Overview

Built on over a century of dedication, Maola is always looking ahead—investing in our people, strengthening our communities, and securing fresh, local dairy for the future. Join a farmer-owned cooperative rooted in integrity, sustainability, and a passion for providing fresh, high-quality Maola dairy products. We prioritize your well-being with competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package, including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with employer match, Life Insurance, paid time off, and more—available within your first month.

Our employees are an integral part of who we are — what you do and what you think matters.

Why You Will Love Working At Maola®

The following reflects a commitment to our culture and opportunities at Maola Local Dairies.

SHIFT: 12 Hour Rotating Shift

SALARY RANGE: $75,000 - $95,000

The Production Supervisor will oversee daily operations within our dairy facility. This role involves directing staff, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards, and collaborating with various departments to drive continuous improvement.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Supervise and coordinate activities of production staff to ensure efficient operations.
• Collaborate with Department Managers to implement and evaluate practices aimed at continuous improvement.
• Analyze equipment-related issues and facilitate communication between maintenance and other staff.
• Inspect incoming and outgoing goods to ensure quality and accuracy standards are met.
• Monitor inventories of packaging, ingredients, and finished products to meet production needs.
• Enforce sanitation procedures and verify compliance.
• Ensure adherence to Plant GMP Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Conduct sensory testing on finished products.
• Document activities in accordance with SOPs and regulatory guidelines.
• Oversee training and evaluation of new staff members.
• Manage scheduling and cover staff vacancies as needed by SOP.
• Communicate effectively with all levels of management and other departments.
• Schedule production runs and ensure alignment with operational needs.
• Verify and validate production documentation, holding operators accountable for accuracy.
• Enter production data into Excel, with the ability to cross-reference documentation, adjust for errors, and forecast needs and trends.
• Provide coverage for the other production supervisor.

• High school diploma or equivalent is required
• A bachelor’s degree in Business, Science, Engineering, or any related field is preferred.
• Minimum of 1-2 years of operational leadership experience in food manufacturing.
• Experience in the dairy industry is preferred
• Must know Clean-In-Place (CIP) and Clean-Out-of-Place (COP) procedures.
• Experience in writing and developing SOPs.
• Background in food or beverage sanitation.
• Familiarity with High-Temperature Short-Time (HTST) processing is preferred.

• Communication
  • Communicate clearly and effectively through multiple channels – oral, written, visual, and non-verbal – ensuring our messages are understood and delivered appropriately, whether in-person or digitally.
• Customer Focused
  • Prioritize understanding and meeting both internal and external customer needs.
  • Ensure high levels of satisfaction and loyalty by anticipating customer requirements and striving for exceptional service.
• Initiative
  • Proactive in identifying opportunities and addressing potential threats.
  • Act independently and decisively, rather than waiting for situations to demand action.
• Problem-Solving
  • Possess the ability to identify and address complex issues with minimal guidance.
  • Skilled at analyzing challenges and finding practical, effective solutions.
• Collaboration
  • Take responsibility for deliverables while also supporting others to ensure that collective goals are met.
  • Able to work harmoniously with others toward a common goal,…