Manufacturing Production Supervisor I in Tempe

Location: Tempe Milk Plant, 1115 W. Alameda Drive, Tempe, AZ 85282

Duration: Short-term contract (26 Oct 2026 – 23 Jan 2027). No extension or contract-to-hire possibility.

Schedule: Shift 1 (12:00 PM – 8:30 PM, Mon–Fri). Must be open to Saturdays and overtime.

Interview Process: On-site interview with the manager and team.

Work Authorization: Must be eligible for indefinite employment without restriction.

Core Responsibilities: Operations: Oversee milk processing, enforce production schedules, and maintain inventory (raw & finished goods).Team Leadership: Supervise a unionised workforce, handle performance evaluations, deliver corrective actions, and train personnel. Compliance: Enforce strict food safety standards (GMP, FDA, USDA, HACCP, OSHA, EPAEfficiency: Implement Lean manufacturing principles to reduce waste and maximize equipment uptime. Documentation: Maintain production records and reports for management. Candidate Requirements

Experience: 2+ years of supervisory experience in food manufacturing (Must-Have).Industry Preference: Strong preference for Dairy/Milk industry experience. Methodology: 1+ years of experience with Lean Manufacturing principles.

Skills: Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and managing diverse/unionised teams. Physical: Ability to lift up to 60 lbs

Education: HS Diploma or GED required; Degree