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COMMON COLLABS WAS BORN OUT OF A DESIRE TO MAKE THE HIGHEST QUALITY BEVERAGES AVAILABLE TO ALL. GETTING OUR COLLECTIVE START IN THE SPECIALTY COFFEE INDUSTRY, WE QUICKLY BRIDGED OUR KNOWLEDGE AND CAPABILITIES TO INCLUDE TEA, COCKTAILS, CRAFT SODAS AND MORE...

The Production Supervisor is responsible for coordinating the daily activities of Team Members engaged in production. Responsibilities include:

Core Responsibilities1. Shift Handoff & Operational Continuity

Lead structured handoff from 1st shift → 2nd shift
Review production status, downtime, quality issues, and incomplete work
Document and communicate:
Open items
Equipment concerns
Material shortages
Establish clear expectations for:
Remaining production goals
Next-day readiness priorities
Prepare and deliver next-day handoff summary for 1st shift leadership

2. Next-Day Setup & Production Readiness (Primary Focus)

Ensure all production lines are fully staged and ready for immediate startup
Verify:
Materials staged (cans, lids, ingredients, packaging)
Work orders printed and accurate
Correct SKUs and lot tracking prepared
Pre-configure equipment where possible:
Line setup alignment
Changeover completion
Identify and resolve gaps that could delay next-day startup

3. GMP Cleanliness & Facility Reset

Own end-of-day sanitation and organization standards
Ensure:
Lines are cleaned to GMP/SQF standards
Floors, drains, and work areas are cleared and sanitized
Tools and materials are properly stored
Enforce:
PPE compliance
Hygiene standards (handwashing, gloves, etc.)
Maintain audit-ready conditions at all times

4. Preventative Maintenance (PM) Coordination

Coordinate with Maintenance to:
Execute scheduled PM activities during downtime windows
Prioritize high-impact equipment (filler, seamer, pasteurizer)
Verify PM completion and documentation
Identify recurring issues and escalate for resolution
Support basic troubleshooting and ensure equipment is left in optimal condition for next-day use

5. Quality Oversight (End-of-Run & In-Process)

Ensure final production output meets:
Customer specifications
Internal quality standards
Verify:
Fill levels, seams/caps, labeling accuracy
Lot codes and traceability
Review and close out:
In-process quality checks
Deviations and NCMs
Partner with QA to ensure compliance and documentation integrity

6. Team Leadership & Performance Management

Supervise and direct Team Members across:
Production lines
Packaging
Material handling
Assign labor effectively based on:
Remaining production needs
Cleanup and staging priorities
Provide:
Real-time coaching
Performance feedback
Monitor:
Attendance, breaks, and timekeeping compliance
Enforce safety, GMP, and operational standards

7. Documentation & Traceability

Ensure accurate completion of:
Work orders
Batch records
Pack logs
Lot tracking and labels
Review all documentation for:
Accuracy
Completeness
Audit readiness
Submit:
Scrap/NCM reports
Production summaries
Ensure all records are properly stored and accessible

8. Production Execution & Close-Out

Complete remaining production safely and efficiently
Minimize downtime and ensure proper shutdown procedures
Confirm:
Finished goods are properly palletized and labeled
Materials are accounted for and stored correctly
Transition facility from “production mode” to “ready state” for next day

Key Success Metrics

On-time next-day startup (zero delays)
GMP audit readiness at end of shift
Reduction in equipment downtime (via PM execution)
Accuracy of documentation and traceability
Labor efficiency and shift productivity

Required Qualifications

3–5 years in food/beverage manufacturing
1–2 years in a supervisory or lead capacity
Strong understanding of:
GMP, HACCP, SQF environments
Experience with:
Filling lines (canning/bottling)
Packaging operations
Preventative maintenance coordination
Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills

Core Competencies

Operational ownership mindset
Strong attention to detail and accountability
Ability to lead in a fast-paced production environment
Clear communicator across shifts and departments
Proactive in identifying and resolving issues

Position Distinction (Critical)

This role is not just managing production — it is responsible for:

How the day ends
How the next day begins
How prepared the facility is to perform at a high level

This is the bridge between shifts and the backbone of operational consistency at Common Collabs.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $28.00 - $32.00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off

Work Location: In person

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