Night Shift Production Supervisor

It is an exciting time to be part of the FORTRESS Nutrition team!

We have launched additional operations in order to expand our high-speed canning / beverage RTD manufacturing capabilities.

If you have a passion for production & servant leadership, and enjoy working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, we would love to have you apply today!

Job Title : Canning Line Supervisor (Night Shift)

Training Hours : 4 : 00am-12 : 30pm, Monday-Friday; OT / Weekends as needed

Standard Hours : 6 : 00pm-4 : 00am, Monday-Friday; OT / Weekends as needed

Job Summary : The Canning Line Supervisor will supervise, train, lead, oversee, and coordinate the daily activities of the shift personnel while driving safety and efficiency of the team to ensure all orders are completed in full, on time, and with no quality defects.

What You'll Do :

Manage a team of up to ten (10) line operators by setting clear goals, measuring progress, coaching, and providing feedback to help achieve department expectations.

Ensure quality control measures are met at line start-up and throughout the production run.

Ensure production targets are met while maintaining quality standards.

Train and supervise shift employees, providing guidance and support as needed.

Monitor and enforce compliance with cGMP (Current Good Manufacturing Practices) regulations.

Coordinate with other departments to ensure smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.

Oversee production personnel and 3rd shift staff in all activities in accordance with operational policies and procedures, including safe operation of all canning line equipment, pumps, tanks, and forklifts.

Ensure sanitation practices, inclusive of but not limited to, general aesthetics, operational, and storage are adhered to at all times.

Track and report inventories of all canning materials and finished goods daily.

Monitor the preventative maintenance program working directly with the Maintenance team.

Review operational and personnel data with Operations Manager to drive continuous improvement and efficiency.

Assist with orientation, training, and skills development of team members consistent with established canning operational and safety procedures.

Conduct basic packaging quality control checks for daily production runs.

Report any / all facility and equipment repairs and issues to Operations Manager and / or Maintenance Manager.

Evaluate staffing and training needs, and coordinate with Operations Manager and HR to maximize labor resources.

Support and communicate effectively and timely with all departments influenced by canning operations, including, but not limited to : QA / QC, Account Management, Operations, Warehouse / Logistics, and Maintenance.

Maintain knowledge and understanding of hazardous material and safety procedures (SDS), assuring adherence by staff.

Perform product analysis and sample pulling.

Complete all required filtration and processes therein.

Ensure forklifts are inspected and maintained, and checklists are completed daily.

Follow work orders, assist operators and follow up on task completion to achieve daily departmental goals.

Perform all other duties as assigned.

What We're Looking For :

• Associate or Bachelor Degree in Business, Operations Management, or a Food / Beverage related field required
• 4+ years' experience as a supervisor responsible for overseeing and managing performance of a team of direct reports required
• 3+ years' experience working in a similar role within a food or beverage manufacturing (preferably bottle and canning facility) is strongly preferred
• Ability to fabricate, assemble, and disassemble equipment as required
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to motivate employees, keep team disciplined, on task, and constantly striving for success
• Proven success in maintaining and fostering effective relationships and communication with key support functions to improve operations and ensure effective support of the manufacturing process
• Strong sense of urgency and ability to easily adapt to changes in priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time, up to ten (10) hours in a single shift

Why Fortress Nutrition - Check Out Our Company Benefits & Perks :

Paid Time Off (PTO) Package

8 Paid Holidays

Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance For You & Your Family

HSA Medical Plan Option with Quarterly Company Contribution

Company Paid Short & Long-Term Disability, Life & AD&D Insurance

401(k) Plan with Company Match & Aggressive ROI

Employee Assistance Program

To learn more about Fortress Nutrition, please visit our website at www.fortressllc.com.

To apply for this position, please email your resume directly to careers@fortressllc.com.

Fortress Nutrition is an Equal Opportunity Employer.