Production Supervisor- 3rd shift Food Processing
Maple Leaf Farms · Milford, IN
- Level
- Supervisor
- Team
- Process
- Degree
- Required
- Experience asked
- 3+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- Recently
The role in 30 seconds
A supervisor process role at Maple Leaf Farms (industrial) in Milford, IN. Working knowledge of protein or food manufacturing processes; poultry industry experience is a plus.
- They ask for
- 3+ years · degree required
- Tools it names
- Lean, EHS / safety
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From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026
Production Supervisor roles in Indiana: typical posted base $73k–$95k.
Median of the low and high ends of 11 live postings that list pay, out of 55 production supervisor openings in Indiana, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 9 other live process postings in Indiana.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Team leadership 50%
- Injection molding 40%
- ✓ EHS / safety 40%
- Tooling 30%
- Automation 20%
- Welding 20%
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Full description from Maple Leaf FarmsAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
## Production Supervisor – 3rd Shift Food Processing – Maple Leaf Farms
- •*Role Summary**
Lead and coordinate daily work while developing production teams. Deliver safe, efficient output that meets quality standards. Turn production challenges into practical improvements.
- •*What You’ll Do**
Lead and coordinate daily production activities, clearly communicating expectations and resolving operational issues. Promote a culture of employee safety, food safety, product quality, accountability, and teamwork.
Train, coach, evaluate, and support employees in line with company policies and procedures. Prepare production areas by confirming equipment readiness, operating parameters, staffing, and workflow. Monitor quality, specifications, line speeds, staffing levels, and employee placement, taking prompt corrective action when needed.
Partner with USDA and Quality Assurance to resolve regulatory, product quality, and food safety concerns, including pre-operational inspections. Maintain compliance with HACCP programs, SSOPs, OSHA standards, and other company and regulatory requirements.
Coordinate employee training and certifications for production processes, food safety, safety standards, and company procedures. Work with Human Resources on hiring, attendance, performance management, employee relations, and disciplinary matters. Troubleshoot minor mechanical or operational issues, escalate concerns appropriately, and support Lean/CPI continuous improvement efforts.
- •*What You Bring**
- •1–3 years of experience in production, manufacturing, or food processing
- •Working knowledge of protein or food manufacturing processes; poultry industry experience is a plus
- •A practical understanding of standard operating procedures, USDA regulations, HACCP, SSOPs, and workplace safety expectations
- •The ability to lead large teams, manage competing priorities, and respond calmly and effectively to production or employee concerns
- •Strong communication, judgment, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
- •The ability to collect, analyze, and interpret production data and reports
- •*Preferred Qualifications**
- •Associate degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- •Previous leadership or supervisory experience. Candidates with strong leadership potential and relevant operational experience may also be considered.
- •Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and CAT2 or a similar production management system
- •Bilingual English/Spanish communication skills
- •Mechanical aptitude and basic troubleshooting ability
- •*Work Environment & Physical Requirements**
This role is primarily performed in a production environment. It requires frequent standing, walking, bending, and stooping for extended periods. It may involve lifting, pushing, or pulling up to 50 pounds and requires strong hand-eye coordination. The environment may be cold, wet, or humid. All safety and biosecurity practices must be followed. Candidates must be able to read and write in English.
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