ZipRecruiter is hiring: Production Supervisor in Battle Creek

Overview

Job Title: Production Supervisor

The production supervisor will oversee 5-7 production operators in a manufacturing and distribution facility. This role involves monitoring production rates, materials, run rates, and ensuring that a quality product is manufactured while operators stay on task. The supervisor will use Microsoft Excel and Word for reporting and communicate with other departments and managers on production line results and irregularities. If you enjoy working at a continuous flow production pace, have high attention to detail, possess strong problem-solving skills, and thrive in a robust operations team, this position could be an ideal fit for you.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and assist with teaching Standard Operating Procedures/Conditions.
• Clean, set up, operate, and monitor equipment of the production line.
• Perform cleanings during set down times and product changeovers.
• Load/unload stacks and move items as assigned.
• Sort, bundle, and fill containers or assemble units.
• Mark or label product loads, ensuring proper coding of finished products.
• Record stock movement in and out of work areas.
• Troubleshoot and resolve basic to moderate operating difficulties.
• Monitor materials, products, and equipment, reporting irregularities.
• Maintain communication with other departments and notify of issues.
• Ensure all paperwork is clear, legible, and accurate.
• Assist in identifying opportunities to improve processes using a continuous improvement mindset.
• Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and all required work safe practices.
• Report any food safety and food quality issues to management immediately.
• Perform other duties as assigned or required by the department manager.
• Maintain a calm and collected mindset.
• Follow the chain of command, unless in case of emergency.
• Communicate exceptionally well with other shift supervisors, managers, and operators.

Essential Skills

• 3+ years of manufacturing supervision experience
• Experience in Food Grade Production
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Excel for scheduling and reporting
• Strong communication skills

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in automotive/food manufacturing supervision
• Technical degree or schooling
• Knowledge of SOPs and GMPs

Why Work Here?

Join a company with an 85+ year history of success, offering uniforms and boots, career advancement opportunities including skills training and apprenticeships, and comprehensive benefits such as Blue Cross Blue Shield Health, Avesis Vision, Delta Dental, and a Thrift Plan that has paid out 15% of employee annual salary in recent years. Employees can also enjoy a cleaner facility environment in the food/beverage manufacturing industry. PTO is provided, with 1 week after 90 days and 2 weeks after 180 days.

Work Environment

The facility is a food grade facility and distribution center servicing the entire state of Michigan, also producing ice cream. It is one of the top-performing plants in the country, highly automated with conveyors, palletizers, packaging equipment, large mixing silos, gauges, condensers, and other beverage production equipment. Schedule follows the Dupont model with alternating 3 & 4 day weeks, and alternating 36 & 48 hour weeks.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Battle Creek, Michigan.

Pay and Benefits

Pay range: $55,000.00 - $65,000.00/yr.

Benefits: Blue Cross/Blue Shield (Medical, Dental and Vision) with various employee contribution tiers, Thrift Savings Plan, and other voluntary benefits. Vacation negotiable on hire.

Additional Details

• Application Deadline: This position is anticipated to close on Sep 20, 2025.
• Workplace Type: This is a fully onsite position in Battle Creek, MI.

About Aerotek

Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry. Our recruiters work to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Aerotek offers weekly pay, medical/dental/vision insurance, life insurance, health advocacy, an employee assistance program, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts. The company is an equal opportunity employer.