Hiring: Production Supervisor Company: Balchem Corporation Location: Albert Lea, MN Job Posted Time: 2026-09-12 14:04:42 Target Skills & Keywords : Lean Manufacturing, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, R, Six Sigma About the job Required Skills: •This position is responsible for the efficient day to night operation of the production rooms on 3rd shift •Manage, motivate, monitor, and evaluate the performance and responsibilities of leads and operators on their shift. •Supervise extrusion activities (including maintenance) on their shift •Carry out mandatory responsibilities in accordance with Balchem Corporation’s and applicable laws •Train operators on various equipment and processes including: good manufacturing practices; OSHA safety training, lockout/tag out, Sanitation, Master Sanitation Schedule, general housekeeping/line clean up, line set up and other procedures •Keep a neat, clean, and orderly work setting by completing the cleaning tasks as assigned •Observe safety and security procedures, determine appropriate action beyond guidelines, and report potentially unsafe conditions •Monitor inventories and ingredient usage; ensure all paperwork is complete (including time cards) in an accurate and timely manner; ensure the documentation complies with Company standards Qualifications: •Bachelor of Arts/Science (BA/BS) two to three years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education or experience required •Previous manufacturing supervisory experience is required, food manufacturing is a plus •Must be equipped with strong motivation, organization, time management, documentation, and communication skills (both oral and written) •Individual should demonstrate strong work ethics (punctual, dependable, and trustworthy) •Proficiency with computer systems and software programs, especially Microsoft Office (Excel and Word), and be quality/process oriented •Demonstrated capacity to utilize common sense and skills in completing responsibilities and operating equipment conforming to Company production, personnel, and safety procedures is needed •Demonstrated capacity to read and comprehend instructions, short correspondence, memos, and the ability to write simple correspondence is necessary •Demonstrated capacity to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization as well as communicate and handle conflict in a professional manner •Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing concepts and 5S organizational tools; Six Sigma training a plus •Training and mentoring mindset with a strong safety orientation Compensation: •$65,000 - $75,000 / year Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!