About us
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
