Tootsie Roll Industries
3rd shift Production Supervisor
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Important information
Contract type:
Permanent
Salary:
From $187,200,000 / year
Location:
Chicago, IL, USA
Work mode:
Onsite
Published on:
3 September 2026
What they need
General Position Purpose:
The Production Supervisor leads and coordinates daily shift operations to assure the manufacture of confectionary products consistent with quality, quantity, safety and cost requirements. The Production Supervisor plans and assigns the daily work, enforce policies and procedures and recommends improvements in production methods, equipment, operating procedures and working conditions.
Job Responsibilities:
- Direct hourly bargaining unit employees in all aspects of the production operation including communicate, train and enforce company philosophy, policies and expectations in a clear and precise manner.
- Adherence to the productivity metrics to include crew size, operational efficiency, scrap loss, etc. to optimize profitability.
- Comply and enforce all GMP’s, safety and housekeeping standards.
- Keep management informed of developments and improvement possibilities.
- Develop strong production team members through the effective use of performance management processes and tools.
- Maintain department records, attendance, safety and production reporting.
- Create a positive working environment for all team members, which support the continuous improvement, reinforces company philosophy and policies and treats every individual equally and with respect.
Job Requirements:
- Bachelors Degree or at least 5 years’ experience as a Production Supervisor in an automated manufacturing environment.
- Must be able to work any assigned shift including weekends and overtime work as required.
- Must demonstrate knowledge of food manufacturing processes, procedures and technology.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to think ahead and prepare actions plans to get results.
- Excellent analytical and problem solving skills and demonstrated ability to make sound business decisions.
- Strong computer skills including Microsoft Excel and Word as well as experience using an ERP system (Oracle, SAP, etc.)
- Must pass a post offer physical, drug and background check.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $90,000.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Can you work an overnight shift?
Experience:
- Management Food production: 5 years (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
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