Founded in 1954, Vibrant Ingredients is a leading provider of natural, clean label ingredients and systems that power extraordinary food and beverage experiences. The company's broad portfolio including natural flavors, botanical extracts, functional nutrition, cold brew coffee, tea essences, and food protection solutions enhances taste, texture, color, shelf life, and performance across a wide range of applications. Vibrant operates four state-of-the-art facilities across the United States and works with leading brands, manufacturers, and foodservice operators. With vertically integrated capabilities and a proven track record of innovation and execution, Vibrant helps customers accelerate to market without compromise. About the role: We are a trusted partner to our customers when it comes to innovation and an industry leader in clean label ingredients, we are a true partner. We collaborate with our customers in ways that respect people and the environment. A commitment to Real. Simple. Better drives our innovation team to discover new, on trend solutions. As a Production Supervisor , you will provide consistent leadership and operational excellence in manufacturing by overseeing the production activities of leads and operators in the department. You'll ensure all product is produced on time, meets or exceeds the company's quality standards, and all work is performed in a safe, efficient manner. How will you contribute: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. Essential job functions and duties include, but are not limited to: Oversee the planning, organization, and production of high-quality products within the department. Staff, select, train, and motivate production leads and operators. Supervise and direct the activities of the production team to meet operational goals. Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to proactively resolve production issues. Ensure accurate and timely completion of all required documentation and paperwork. Provide training to department leads and operators on GMPs, SOPs, HACCP, internal controls, and best practices. Drive production and quality-improvement initiatives to increase efficiency, effectiveness, and yield. Ensure compliance with company standards, quality requirements, and good manufacturing practices. Proactively identify and resolve issues related to people, products, processes, and equipment. Maintain high levels of service to internal customers and ensure department commitments are met. Monitor safety programs, product quality metrics, and production efficiency to achieve departmental targets. Minimum Requirements/Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, or Manufacturing Engineering (required). 2+ years of production supervision experience within a food and beverage manufacturing and/or co-packing environment. Knowledge of FDA regulations, HACCP, GMPs, and quality control systems. Strong leadership, planning, and organizational skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. Experience with ERP / MES / MRP / Shop Manufacturing Systems (preferred). Ability to lift 50-60 pounds, climb stairs and ladders, and work in high-temperature environments. Work Environment: May involve exposure to allergens such as Soy, Wheat, Fish, Shellfish, Milk, Egg, Tree Nuts and Sesame. What Vibrant Ingredients can offer you: Generous time off for vacations Paid Holidays 401(k) with company match Tuition reimbursement Medical/Dental/Vision Health
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