Production Supervisor
Bay State Milling · Sterling, CO
- Level
- Supervisor
- Team
- Production
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- Recently
The role in 30 seconds
A supervisor production role at Bay State Milling (industrial) in Sterling, CO. O Work on CI projects and/or lead new projects.
- Tools it names
- PLC
- Day to day
- some off-shift / weekend coverage
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From the plant jobs report · week of October 19, 2026
Production Supervisor roles in Colorado: typical posted base $78k–$114k.
Median of the low and high ends of 6 live postings that list pay, out of 17 production supervisor openings in Colorado, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 14 other live production postings in Colorado.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- Not stated
Typical $76k–$114k, from 5 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Team leadership 100%
- EHS / safety 20%
- Lean 20%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
Stands out: this posting asks for PLC, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
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Full description from Bay State MillingAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Responsibilities
Responsibilities include but are not limited to: obtaining, planning and preparing a variety of grains/seeds for processing, repacking, or blending per customer or manufacturing requirements. Operates any equipment as needed. The position will be responsible for all aspects of the lines including minor maintenance and machine adjustment. They will ensure that packaging has been completed effectively which includes filling to proper weight, bags/boxes are formed and sealed correctly and have the proper batch numbers. The Production Supervisor must maintain high standards of safety, quality and teamwork. The position must ensure that all production lines are doing the following:
- ◆Verifying the accuracy of raw materials being processed. Verification to include testing requirements, inventory and other customer
requirements
o Verification will be in conjunction with customer service, sales, and QA.
- ✓Follow all GMPs, SOPs, and plant safety rules.
- ✓Prepare the machine for operation by making necessary adjustments to ensure proper operation.
- ✓Ensure processing/production lines are operating at maximum efficiency.
- ✓Select proper packaging material and ensure that it is in good condition.
- ✓Ensure that all food safety PC's are followed.
- ✓Verify Machine Operator's production report accuracy.
- ✓Ensure that the areas are maintained and kept clean during and after production.
- ✓Follow production formulas in Dynamics AX. o Adjust formulas as needed based on actual production needs.
- ✓Openly communicate any issues or suggestions to improve the operation of the facility. o Work on CI projects and/or lead new projects.
- ✓Facilitate and conduct safety, QA and other training sessions.
- ✓Train new operators on all aspects of job. Ensure safety and productivity of all employees.
- ✓Built effective team on assigned shift, in an environment that employees both full time and temporary plant labor.
- ✓Perform other duties or tasks as needed
- ✓Ability to rotate Supervisory duties between 1st and 2nd shift highly desired but not required
Eessential education, skills and environment (bfoq)
Proficient in English speaking, reading and writing
Ability to perform basic mathematic computations, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
Ability to accurately record data onto documents and keep production records.
Must have a strong mechanical background, including PLC's and pneumatic systems.
At least two year's experience in flour/grain/seed milling (or food manufacturing).
Strong team building/leadership skills and excellent communication skills.
Experience with safety food audits.
Previous management experience a plus.
Ability to lift and move 50 lbs
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FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Benefits Offered: Eligibility after 90 days of employment for medical (choice of 2 plans: a high-deductible and a low-deductible plan), HSA, FSA, dental, vision, group life, accident, critical illness, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k), and floating holidays. Eligibility upon employment for paid vacation. sick time, and core holidays.
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Equipments and applications and work environment
Forklift, Scales, Inkjet printers, Case erectors / filler, Blender, Conveyors
Physical demands
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, use hands to write, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk and hear. Employee is frequently required to walk, climb or balance, and must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and ability to focus. Some employees will operate forklifts and other motorized equipment. Employee will be in close proximity to moving, rotating, and/or motorized equipment.
Work environment
The primary work environment is a bulk food manufacturing environment. Daily operations may expose the employee to machinery, airborne particles, dust, and heat. Allergens a