Production Supervisor - Enrobing at Nassau Candy | Hicksville, NY, USA | Rezi

Production Supervisor - Enrobing at Nassau Candy

Production Supervisor - Enrobing

Nassau Candy · Hicksville, NY, USA

1 months ago

Production Supervisor - Enrobing

Nassau Candy · Hicksville, NY, USA

a month ago
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About the Role

Oversee all daily operations within the enrobing department, ensuring production goals are met while maintaining compliance with company policies, GMPs, food safety standards, quality requirements, and customer specifications. This position supervises approximately 70 employees across two shifts and is responsible for workforce management, production scheduling, operational efficiency, employee development, and administrative functions.

Responsibilities

  • Supervise and coordinate daily enrobing production activities to ensure production schedules are achieved.
  • Monitor production lines to maximize efficiency, minimize downtime, and meet productivity targets.
  • Ensure products are manufactured according to approved recipes, specifications, quality standards, and customer requirements.
  • Coordinate staffing and labor allocation based on production demands.
  • Work closely with Planning, Quality Assurance, Maintenance, and Warehouse departments to support operational goals.
  • Monitor equipment performance and communicate maintenance needs promptly.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity, reduce waste, and improve operational performance.
  • Ensure compliance with all company policies, GMPs, food safety programs, quality standards, and regulatory requirements.
  • Investigate and address deviations, non-conformance, and product quality concerns in a timely manner.
  • Support internal and external audits and implement corrective actions as needed.
  • Supervise, coach, and develop a workforce of approximately 70 production employees.
  • Provide training, performance feedback, and ongoing development opportunities.
  • Conduct performance evaluations and address employee relations matters in accordance with company policies.
  • Promote a positive, respectful, and accountable work environment.
  • Ensure employees follow safety procedures and maintain a culture of workplace safety.
  • Maintain accurate production records, labor reports, attendance records, and departmental documentation.
  • Review and approve employee timekeeping and attendance records.
  • Assist with scheduling, staffing plans, and overtime management.
  • Prepare production reports and communicate departmental performance metrics to management.
  • Participate in interviews, onboarding, and workforce planning activities.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent required
  • Minimum 3–5 years of supervisory experience in food manufacturing, confectionery, or related production environments
  • Experience managing large teams in a fast-paced manufacturing setting
  • Strong leadership, communication, and conflict resolution skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Ability to work independently and in a team environment
  • Basic math skills and strong command of English (reading/ writing)
  • Ability to stand, walk, and supervise production operations for extended periods.
  • Flexibility to work overtime, weekends, and alternate shifts as business needs require.

Skills

  • Leadership
  • Communication
  • Conflict resolution
  • Bilingual Spanish
  • Attention to detail
  • Teamwork
  • Basic math skills
  • English proficiency

Location

  • Long Island

Work Type

  • Full-time
  • Onsite

Experience Level

  • 3-5 years supervisory experience

Education Level

  • High school diploma or equivalent

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation and performance-based incentives
  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • 401(k) with company match

About the Company

  • Nassau Candy is a leading manufacturer and distributor of specialty confections, fine foods, and promotional products with a national footprint.
  • Through divisions such as NC Custom, Chocolate Inn, AmuseMints®, and Lanco, we partner with top brands and customers to deliver high-quality, customized solutions at scale.
  • As a family-owned business, we combine entrepreneurial agility with operational excellence—continuing to invest in our people, processes, and technology to support long-term growth.

Equal Opportunity

  • We are an Equal Opportunity Employer