Production Supervisor - Graveyard
Darigold · Portland, OR
- Level
- Supervisor
- Team
- Production
- Degree
- Preferred
- Industry
- Food & beverage
- Posted
- 18 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A supervisor production role at Darigold (food & beverage) in Portland, OR. Be able to analytically and systematically troubleshoot manufacturing issues and develop the team to be self-directed in the same activities.
- They ask for
- degree preferred
- Tools it names
- SPC
- Day to day
- some off-shift / weekend coverage
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From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026
Production Supervisor roles in Oregon: typical posted base $70k–$105k.
Median of the low and high ends of 8 live postings that list pay, out of 18 production supervisor openings in Oregon, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 13 other live production postings in Oregon.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- Not stated
Typical $70k–$105k, from 8 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Team leadership 100%
- Lean 64%
- FDA / GMP 29%
- ✓ Union environment 29%
- Root cause 21%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
Stands out: this posting asks for SPC, Cost reduction, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
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- How does off-shift and weekend coverage work?
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Full description from DarigoldAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
What You Will Do
- ◆Provide leadership and supervision for the assigned production shift and associated personnel. Effectively motivate, train and communicate with their assigned shift teams to assure superior levels of safety, reliability, sanitation, and quality. Insure individual and team levels of performance meet or exceed goals and expectations
- ◆Prepare and conduct team meetings as necessary for proper communications and development of teams. Have the ability to work with the Engineering and Quality Assurance staff to create a cooperative environment on their assigned shift
- ◆Develop an expert knowledge of the production process and all associated equipment. Be able to analytically and systematically troubleshoot manufacturing issues and develop the team to be self-directed in the same activities
- ◆Be able to perform daily checks and reports to insure the highest quality of product produced within Good Manufacturing Practices as they apply to the production of the product. Maintain shift performance and quality documentation
- ◆Participate in and lead SPC project teams that improve safety, quality, reliability, sanitation and reduce waste
- ◆Reinforce sense of urgency during production runs and periods of machine downtime. Effectively communicate issues to management team
- ◆Needs flexibility to work variable hours and weekends
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Darigold is seeking an experienced and motivated Production Supervisor to join the leadership team at our Portland plant. The Production Supervisor will possess the desire and ability to provide leadership and supervisory coordination in all aspects of production. This leader will be a hands-on partner in the Operations Division. The Production Supervisor maintains a high level of productivity and continuous improvement with their assigned shift in the areas of safety, reliability, cost savings, team building and personnel management.
Darigold is the fifth largest dairy cooperative in the United States based on milk volume, and one of the largest privately held organizations headquartered in the state of Washington. Since 1918, our producers have taken pride in producing dairy products with unsurpassed quality. Today we are one of the nation's largest agricultural cooperatives, producing over 8.5 billion pounds of milk every year. Through innovative technology and our efficient, flexible production capabilities, we deliver value-added products and customer-driven solutions. Darigold is now known throughout the world for bringing fresh, wholesome dairy products and ingredients from the Northwest to people all around the globe.
What You Will Bring
- •A Bachelor of Science degree in Food Science, Engineering, Business or related field preferred. Industry experience would be considered in the absence of a degree. Dairy, beverage or process industry background would be a plus
- •Prior experience supervising in a unionized facility is preferred, but not required
- •The ability to work with groups of people with varying levels of education, expertise and backgrounds
- •Ability to achieve results through others
- •Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills
- •Demonstrated ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be self-motivated and a self-starter
Benefits of Working at Darigold
We understand that as an employee, benefits that support you and your family in and out of work are important. We’re proud to offer eligible positions a competitive total rewards package that includes:
- •401k with competitive employer matching
- •Comprehensive medical, dental & vision benefits
- •Employer paid life & disability coverage
- •Paid time off and paid holidays
- •8 weeks paid parental leave
- •Education assistance
- •Employee assistance program
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