Production Supervisor
Core
Overseeing daily operations of a chocolate and confectionery production line, ensuring efficiency, safety, and quality compliance while leading a team of workers.
Role type
Manufacturing Supervisor (Food Processing/Confectionery)
Builds
Chocolate and biscuit products for global brands
Domain
Food manufacturing, specifically chocolate and confectionery production
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work -> physical/clinical work
Required skills
Food processing knowledge, Lean manufacturing practices, Team leadership, Problem-solving, Safety protocol enforcement, Production scheduling, Equipment maintenance coordination, Quality monitoring, Hygiene and allergen control, Process improvement initiatives
Preferred skills
Automated chocolate production equipment operation, ERP systems, HACCP certification, Food Safety certification, Bachelor's degree in Food Science or Culinary Arts
Technologies
ERP systems, Automated chocolate production equipment
Responsibilities
Supervise production processes (cooking, melting, baking, tempering, cooling, packaging), Maintain safe and clean working environment, Monitor product quality and consistency, Manage production schedules and workforce, Train team members on sanitation and safety, Enforce hygiene and allergen control protocols, Track production metrics (yield, waste, downtime), Collaborate with R&D and Supply Chain for new product trials, Initiate process improvements, Conduct performance reviews, Organize shift handover meetings
Seniority
Mid-level Supervisor (3-5 years experience)