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Supervisor Production

Del Monte Fresh Produce Company NA, Inc. · Plover, WI, USA ·

Job type:
Seasonal

Supervisor Production

Fresh Del Monte Produce Inc. is a global leader in the production, distribution, and marketing of fresh, value-added, and shelf-stable fruits and vegetables under our Fresh and Foods divisions. Our diverse product portfolio proudly bears the Del Monte® brand and also includes prepared fruits and vegetables, juices, beverages, snacks, and desserts - available in over 80 countries worldwide. With operations spanning more than 35 countries, we've proudly been nourishing families for over 135 years.
Del Monte Foods is the Foods Division of Fresh Del Monte, a global grower, producer and marketer of fresh, value-added, and shelf-stable produce. Del Monte Foods has a powerful portfolio of brands, including the iconic Del Monte®, Contadina® and S&W®. We are currently seeking a Supervisor Production.
The Production Supervisor is responsible for supporting day-to-day production operations at the Plover facility. During the processing season, this role will focus on overseeing production flow, employee supervision, safety, quality, and operational performance from receiving through the cookroom. During the non-processing season, the role will support maintenance execution, equipment readiness, project work, and continuous improvement activities within assigned production areas.
This position works closely with the Shift Supervisor, Production Manager, maintenance, quality, warehouse, and operations leadership teams to maintain safe, efficient, and compliant production operations. The Production Supervisor provides leadership and direction to hourly and seasonal employees while supporting production goals, food safety requirements, and Del Monte initiatives.
Accountabilities:
Production Operations Support
Production Oversight
Employee Leadership and Development
Safety, Food Safety, and Quality
Maintenance and Off-Season Support
Improvement and Operational Excellence
Minimum Skills Required:
Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience required.
Minimum of 3–5 years of supervisory, lead, or manufacturing experience required.
Strong knowledge of food safety, GMPs, HACCP, quality systems, sanitation requirements, and employee safety standards.
Understanding of operational systems, production flow, maintenance coordination, and manufacturing processes.
Ability to lead teams, manage employee performance, and support a positive work environment.
Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Ability to work off-shifts, weekends, overtime, and varying schedules during the processing season.
Equivalent combinations of education, supervisory experience, military leadership experience, manufacturing experience, maintenance support experience, and food production experience that provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be considered.
Bachelor's degree in Business, Food Science, Operations, Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related field preferred.
Previous experience in food manufacturing, canning, cookroom operations, production, or maintenance environments preferred.
Previous supervisory experience in a food manufacturing or processing environment.
Experience supporting canning, cookroom, thermal processing, sterilization, or packaging operations.
Experience with DMPS, lean manufacturing, TPM, or continuous improvement programs.
Experience with maintenance coordination, project work, environmental reporting, and capital improvement activities.
Knowledge of behavioral-based safety programs, employee development, and workforce planning.
Experience supporting seasonal workforces and high-volume production operations.
SAP experience preferred.
***Please note: This position does not qualify for relocation expenses.***
Fresh Del Monte Produce Inc. is a global leader in the production, distribution, and marketing of fresh and fresh cut fruits and vegetables. Our diverse product portfolio also includes prepared fruits and vegetables, juices, beverages, snacks, and desserts—available in over 80 countries worldwide. With operations spanning more than 35 countries, we've proudly been nourishing families for over 135 years.
We are committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace and are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Fresh Del Monte and its affiliates do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We also participate in E-Verify* where applicable, to ensure employment authorization eligibility. Driven by our core values - Excellence, Care, Passion, Trust, and Creativity - we invite you to explore our career opportunities and join our FRESH team.