LSG Sky Chefs
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Operations Supervisor - Assembly
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LSG Sky Chefs
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This range is provided by LSG Sky Chefs. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience—talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base pay range $57,774.00/yr - $72,218.00/yr
Job Title:
Operations Supervisor - Assembly Job Location:
Des Plaines, IL 60016 Work Location Type:
On-Site Salary Range:
$57,774.71 – $72,218.39
About us LSG Sky Chefs is one of the world’s largest airline catering and hospitality providers, known for its outstanding reputation and dynamic approach in the industry. Voted “Airline Caterer of the Year in North America” for 2023 and 2024, we are committed to excellence and innovation, driven by the dedication and expertise of our talented employees. Our team members are the heart and soul of our success, consistently delivering exceptional culinary experiences and outstanding service to our clients and their passengers across North and Latin America.
Role Purpose Statement We are seeking a hands‑on, energetic Operations Supervisor to lead our Assembly Department team. This role is ideal for someone with manufacturing or production experience in a fast paced, high‑volume environment. The candidate must also be passionate about food safety, quality, and team development.
Main Accountabilities Supervisor Responsibility
Supervise thirty plus union employees responsible for preparing, assembling, and packaging food items in accordance with quality, safety, and sanitation standards.
Ensure meals are accurately prepared and presented for customers or further processing. Supervise daily operations to ensure timely and accurate production and flight catering.
Organize, schedule, and oversee shift staff to meet labor productivity targets and minimize overtime.
Conduct daily team meetings to communicate goals, updates, and safety reminders.
Ensure strict compliance with all regulatory and food safety standards, including FDA, USDA, OSHA, HACCP, and GMP.
Monitor safety performance and proactively address issues to maintain a safe work environment.
Identify, document, and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and quality.
Leadership
Guide, motivate and develop staff within the Human Resources policies.
Make the company's values and management principles live in the department(s).
Manage productivity hours and costs in the area of responsibility; initiate and steer corrective actions in case of deviations.
Participate and support company sponsored initiatives such as Quality, HACCP, Lean Manufacturing, Employee Safety and Production systems.
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent knowledge required.
One to three years of related work experience required.
Problem–solving and leadership skills.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to develop and lead others to obtain desired results and achieve productivity goals.
Working knowledge of OSHA, GMP, FDA, USDA, and EPA regulations.
Excellent verbal, written and organizational skills required along with the ability to multi‑task.
Good knowledge of Microsoft Office and Windows‑based computer applications.
LSG Sky Chefs
is an EEO and affirmative action employer of women/minorities/veterans/individuals with disabilities.
Seniority level Mid‑Senior level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Management and Manufacturing
Industry Food and Beverage Manufacturing
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Operations Supervisor - Assembly
role at
LSG Sky Chefs
Be among the first 25 applicants.
This range is provided by LSG Sky Chefs. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience—talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base pay range $57,774.00/yr - $72,218.00/yr
Job Title:
Operations Supervisor - Assembly Job Location:
Des Plaines, IL 60016 Work Location Type:
On-Site Salary Range:
$57,774.71 – $72,218.39
About us LSG Sky Chefs is one of the world’s largest airline catering and hospitality providers, known for its outstanding reputation and dynamic approach in the industry. Voted “Airline Caterer of the Year in North America” for 2023 and 2024, we are committed to excellence and innovation, driven by the dedication and expertise of our talented employees. Our team members are the heart and soul of our success, consistently delivering exceptional culinary experiences and outstanding service to our clients and their passengers across North and Latin America.
Role Purpose Statement We are seeking a hands‑on, energetic Operations Supervisor to lead our Assembly Department team. This role is ideal for someone with manufacturing or production experience in a fast paced, high‑volume environment. The candidate must also be passionate about food safety, quality, and team development.
Main Accountabilities Supervisor Responsibility
Supervise thirty plus union employees responsible for preparing, assembling, and packaging food items in accordance with quality, safety, and sanitation standards.
Ensure meals are accurately prepared and presented for customers or further processing. Supervise daily operations to ensure timely and accurate production and flight catering.
Organize, schedule, and oversee shift staff to meet labor productivity targets and minimize overtime.
Conduct daily team meetings to communicate goals, updates, and safety reminders.
Ensure strict compliance with all regulatory and food safety standards, including FDA, USDA, OSHA, HACCP, and GMP.
Monitor safety performance and proactively address issues to maintain a safe work environment.
Identify, document, and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and quality.
Leadership
Guide, motivate and develop staff within the Human Resources policies.
Make the company's values and management principles live in the department(s).
Manage productivity hours and costs in the area of responsibility; initiate and steer corrective actions in case of deviations.
Participate and support company sponsored initiatives such as Quality, HACCP, Lean Manufacturing, Employee Safety and Production systems.
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent knowledge required.
One to three years of related work experience required.
Problem–solving and leadership skills.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to develop and lead others to obtain desired results and achieve productivity goals.
Working knowledge of OSHA, GMP, FDA, USDA, and EPA regulations.
Excellent verbal, written and organizational skills required along with the ability to multi‑task.
Good knowledge of Microsoft Office and Windows‑based computer applications.
LSG Sky Chefs
is an EEO and affirmative action employer of women/minorities/veterans/individuals with disabilities.
Seniority level Mid‑Senior level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Management and Manufacturing
Industry Food and Beverage Manufacturing
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at LSG Sky Chefs by 2x.
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