The Production Supervisor - 2nd Shift is responsible for overseeing daily manufacturing operations to ensure safety, quality, and productivity standards are consistently achieved. This role leads and develops a team of production associates and line leads, fostering engagement, accountability, and strict adherence to HACCP, GMP, FDA, and BRC requirements.
Key responsibilities include facilitating daily huddles, communicating production plans, and ensuring proper staffing to meet schedules while optimizing resources to maximize OEE and minimize waste. The Production Supervisor partners closely with Quality Assurance, Maintenance, and the People Team to ensure compliance across all functional areas.
This is a hands-on role, actively monitoring product quality, coordinating machinery. maintenance needs, and implementing solutions that drive operational excellence, efficiency, and team development.
2nd Shift Hours: 2:00pm - 11:00pm.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead daily production operations to ensure safe, efficient, and on-time execution of the production schedule while meeting quality and productivity goals.
- Ensure accurate production reporting and data entry within SAP, ERP, and WMS systems to monitor performance, yields, labor, and key operational metrics.
- Conduct daily huddles and team meetings to communicate production priorities, safety expectations, quality standards, and operational updates.
- Ensure compliance with all food safety, quality, and regulatory requirements, including HACCP, GMP, FDA, BRC, OSHA, and company policies.
- Monitor staffing levels and allocate resources effectively to maximize productivity, improve OEE, minimize downtime, and reduce waste.
- Oversee product quality and equipment performance, resolving production issues and coordinating maintenance activities to ensure uninterrupted operations.
- Enforce sanitation, hygiene, PPE, and equipment cleaning standards to maintain a safe and food-safe manufacturing environment.
- Lead, coach, and develop production associates by providing training, performance feedback, recognition, and corrective action while fostering a culture of accountability, teamwork, and respect.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean manufacturing principles to enhance efficiency, standardize processes, and improve overall operational performance.
Supervisor Responsibilities:
- Support the hiring, onboarding, training, and development of production associates, partnering with the Production Manager, General Manager, and People Team to build a high-performing workforce.
- Provide ongoing coaching, performance feedback, and formal evaluations for line leads, associates, and temporary employees, promoting accountability, employee engagement, and continuous development.
- Foster a positive, collaborative work environment by resolving workplace issues fairly and effectively while reinforcing company policies, culture, and a strong customer-focused mindset.
What Makes You a Great Fit:
- Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Business, Operations Management, or a related field preferred.
- 3+ years of experience in food manufacturing, food storage, or food handling environments.
- 1+ years of leadership experience directing, coaching, and developing production teams.
- Experience working in a regulated food manufacturing environment with HACCP, GMP, FDA, and BRC standards preferred.
- Working knowledge of ERP and production systems (e.g., Infor M3, CAT2, SAP, or similar manufacturing software).
- Strong understanding of food manufacturing processes, production workflows, quality systems, and food safety requirements.
- Experience leading or supporting Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Proven ability to drive process improvements, solve operational problems, and make sound decisions using root cause analysis.
- Strong leadership, coaching, and team-building skills with the ability to motivate employees and foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) and reporting tools.
- Comfortable working in cold production environments and flexible schedules, including early mornings, weekends, and Sundays as business needs require.
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus.
- Self-motivated, proactive, and results-oriented with a positive, hands-on approach.
Benefits, Acme Style:
- Competitive compensation.
- Opportunity to choose the medical plan that works best for your family.
- Flexible spending accounts (Medical + Dependent Care).
- Health Savings Account option with quarterly employer contributions.
- 401(k).
- Dental Insurance.
- Vision Insurance.
- Company Sponsored Group Term Life.
- Voluntary Life Insurance options for you and your dependents.
- Paid time off including company and floating holidays.
- Tuition Reimbursement.
- Paid Parental Leave.
- CASH employee referral program.
Workspace Environment:
- Prolonged periods of standing
- Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moderate level of noise due to the impact of frozen fish on metal transfer chute and forklift usage; earplugs are required.
- Exposure to a cold working environment; temperatures between 38-45 degrees Fahrenheit. Frequent contact with frozen products and exposure in freezers with below zero temperatures; protective personal equipment provided.
Who We Are & What We Believe:
Acme Smoked Fish is a seafood processor, purveyor, distributor and more, built on a foundation of quality, innovation, long lasting relationships, passion, and positive stewardship to our seafood communities. As the largest specialty smoked seafood company in the United States, we stand committed to providing the very best smoked seafood delicacies to our customers, near and far, and take great pride in being at the forefront of the seafood sustainability movement. Our authenticity has transcended from generation to generation and we pursue excellence in everything we produce and everyone we employ. We stand committed to our Values and our culture, providing us the opportunity to serve our friends and neighbors.
Acme manufactures and distributes its products in the U.S. under four core brands (Acme, Blue Hill Bay, Ruby Bay, and Spence) and private labels through leading retail and food service institutions. The company operates manufacturing sites in New York, North Carolina, Florida, Massachusetts, South America and Europe.
Acme Smoked Fish Corporation is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace that fosters respect, collaboration, and innovation. We value the contributions of every employee and expect them to uphold the highest standards of ethical conduct and professional integrity. We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not tolerate or practice any form of discrimination, harassment, or misconduct based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations regarding labor rights, human rights, environmental protection, and data privacy.
