Production Supervisor

Description

Salary Range: $60,000 - $75,000

About Designs For Health

Designs for Health is a leading innovator and manufacturer in the nutraceutical industry, committed to producing premium-quality supplements grounded in science. As a rapidly growing organization, we thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment that empowers employees to grow and make an impact.

Job Summary

The Production Supervisor will oversee daily operations within the manufacturing department to ensure production targets, quality standards, and safety requirements are met consistently. This role will lead and develop production teams, manage workflow, and support continuous improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership skills, a passion for operational excellence, and experience in a GMP-regulated environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate production line activities and personnel to meet daily production schedules.
• Ensure all manufacturing processes comply with cGMP, safety, and quality standards.
• Act as backup to the Production Manager as needed to ensure continuity of operations.
• Monitor workflow, identify bottlenecks, and implement process improvements to maximize efficiency.
• Train, coach, and evaluate team members to ensure performance, engagement, and compliance.
• Conduct and document performance evaluations and assist in employee development through hands-on coaching and cross-training.
• Participate in equipment setup and minor maintenance; able to perform basic setup and operate production equipment as necessary.
• Ensure production records and paperwork are completed accurately and in compliance with SOPs and GMP requirements.
• Support staging, material coordination, and production planning activities in collaboration with scheduling and warehouse teams.
• Identify and help resolve mechanical or process-related issues on the production floor.
• Collaborate with Quality Assurance, Maintenance, Planning, and other departments to resolve issues and support smooth production flow.
• Participate in root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for non-conformances.
• Promote and enforce a culture of safety, compliance, and continuous improvement.
  
  

Core Competencies

• Leadership: Inspires, motivates, and develops team members to achieve high performance.
• Accountability: Takes ownership for meeting objectives and following through on commitments.
• Communication: Clearly conveys information and expectations across all levels.
• Problem Solving: Identifies issues proactively and applies logical, data-driven solutions.
• Team Collaboration: Works effectively across departments and fosters a cooperative work environment.
• Continuous Improvement: Drives efficiency through lean principles and best practices.
• Attention to Detail: Ensures processes are followed and quality standards are upheld.
• Adaptability: Thrives in a growing, fast-paced environment and embraces change.
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Logistics, or a related field preferred
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a production or manufacturing environment, preferably within the nutraceutical, food, or pharmaceutical industries.
• Solid knowledge of cGMP, FDA regulations, and safety standards.
• Proven ability to lead and motivate a diverse production team.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work flexible shifts and adapt in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
  
  

Why Join Us?

• Innovative & Growth-Focused: Be part of a forward-thinking company in the nutraceutical industry.
• Impact-Driven Role: Contribute to shaping HR strategy and workplace culture.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Competitive salary, health benefits, 401(k), and professional development opportunities.
  
  

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. This is largely a sedentary role; however, the duties require the use of the hands to type and the ability to communicate, requires the ability to move about, some duties may occasionally require the ability to lift between 50 -75 lbs.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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Our Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging

Designs for Health is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all employees can grow and thrive. Our employees form meaningful and often life-long connections while working at Designs for Health. We are all passionate about our mission of designing a well world, together.