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Production Supervisor (Swing Shift)

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Salary
Range $70,500.00 - $80,000.00
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Benefits

competitive pay
Annual profit-sharing bonus
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
retirement plans
Paid Time Off
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Employee assistance program
development opportunities

Job Description

Pacific Coast Producers (PCP) is a well-established agricultural cooperative with over 50 years of experience and a strong presence across the West Coast of the United States. Founded in 1971, PCP is owned and operated by more than 165 family farmers who cultivate a diverse range of fruits and vegetables including tomatoes, peaches, pears, grapes, cherries, and more. With operations spanning California and Oregon, PCP employs a dedicated workforce of over 3,000 employees committed to producing and delivering high-quality food products to customers throughout North America. The cooperative serves a wide range of markets including foodservice distributors and grocery retailers, emphasizing quality, sustainability, and community-driven values.

The Distribution Center (DC) located in Lodi, California, is a state-of-the-art packaging, labeling, and distribution facility covering 1.5 million square feet and employing approximately 400 workers. This facility plays a crucial role in supporting retail and foodservice customers by processing nearly 50 million cases annually. The DC is equipped with advanced technology and adheres to the highest quality control measures while maintaining a strong commitment to sustainability. Its reputation as a model for excellence in distribution and logistics reflects PCP’s leadership and innovative approach within the agricultural production industry.

The Production Supervisor role at Pacific Coast Producers is a full-time, on-site position offering an annual salary range of $70,500 to $80,000, depending on experience. Working the swing shift from 3 pm to 12 am, the Production Supervisor will oversee all aspects of production within a designated area, reporting directly to the Production Manager. This exempt-level supervisory position requires managing label, case production, and shipping operations in a multi-shift environment.

Key responsibilities include supervising and training warehouse personnel, maintaining safety and sanitation standards, monitoring production schedules, and ensuring compliance with company policies as well as union agreements. The Production Supervisor is expected to handle documentation related to production metrics, address operational challenges promptly, and implement process improvements to optimize results. This position demands strong leadership skills, excellent communication, and a hands-on approach to manage a dynamic and fast-paced production environment effectively.

PCP values its employees and offers a comprehensive benefits package including competitive pay, profit-sharing bonuses, medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and their families, retirement plans, paid time off including vacation and parental leave, life and disability insurance, and continuous development opportunities. The cooperative’s mission-driven culture focuses on feeding families across North America and sustaining the legacy of a farmer-owned business committed to community and quality food production.

Located in Lodi, CA, a town known for its rich agricultural roots and thriving viticulture industry, employees enjoy a high quality of life in a welcoming and vibrant community. This role not only offers the chance to work for a leading agricultural cooperative but also to make a meaningful impact by helping deliver affordable, high-quality food products to customers nationwide. It is an excellent opportunity for professionals with mechanical aptitude, strong organizational skills, and a commitment to leadership excellence in a unionized manufacturing environment.

Job Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree preferred in operations management or related field
  • and/or 2+ years management experience in production/manufacturing environment
  • knowledge and experience may be substituted for a degree
  • strong mechanical aptitude, experience, or skills with knowledge of label and casing equipment preferred
  • knowledge of electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic controls
  • strong organizational skills and ability to meet established deadlines
  • computer skills required with experience in microsoft office tools and enterprise resource planning systems, preferably in a union environment
  • demonstrates good leadership skills and an ability to work effectively with others
  • excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • available to work swing shift (3pm to 12am)

Job Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree preferred in Operations Management or related field
  • or 2+ years management experience in production/manufacturing environment
  • Strong mechanical aptitude, experience, or skills with knowledge of label and casing equipment preferred
  • Knowledge of electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic controls
  • Strong organizational skills and ability to meet established deadlines
  • Computer skills with experience in Microsoft Office tools and Enterprise Resource Planning systems, preferably in a union environment
  • Demonstrates good leadership skills and an ability to work effectively with others
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Available to work swing shift (3pm to 12am)

Job Duties

  • Supervise and train employees in company policies, safety, sanitation protocol, quality, and production procedures/standards
  • Consult with Production Manager and Plant Manager regarding the production schedule and performance sheets
  • Adjust plans accordingly and ensure staffing levels meet production schedules
  • Document daily production records
  • investigate and report all production shortages, overages, and losses
  • Manage change to procedures and/or processes resulting from changes in personnel, equipment, line modifications, installations, customer specifications
  • Develop and create new methods to achieve positive production results using effective leadership practices
  • Administer and maintain company policies, union contract work rules, ensure employees are following all SOPs, General Manufacturing Practices, and plant safety requirements
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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