Schwan’s Company, a U.S. affiliate of the global lifestyle brand CJ CheilJedang Corporation, is a leader in manufacturing and marketing quality foods enjoyed nationwide. We have beloved brands like Red Baron®, Tony’s®, Big Daddy’s®, Villa Prima™ and Freschetta® pizzas; bibigo®, Pagoda® Asian-style snacks and we can’t forget Mrs. Smith’s® and Edwards® pies! We bring families and communities together through great food. Join our team and see the opportunities are real, and the sky is the limit; this isn’t just a job, it’s a seat at the table!
We are hiring a 2nd shift Production Supervisor (Blast 2) at our frozen pizza manufacturing facility in Salina, KS. This position is responsible for supervising the production, packaging, bakery, and processing of tasty food products.
Responsibilities:
- Directs production, packaging, and bakery operations to meet company and USDA requirements.
- Supervises, trains, and develops employees, including interviewing, hiring, and performance management.
- Manages safety, housekeeping, employee relations, cost control, and problem-solving; adjusts work schedules as needed.
- Ensures compliance with food safety regulations and works with USDA on quality assurance and HACCP documentation.
- Monitors product quality, usage, waste, and performance to meet KPI measures.
- Prepares and reviews operational reports, ensuring accuracy and timely distribution.
- Supports continuous improvement in product quality, cost reduction, and GMP adherence.
Qualifications:
- High School diploma required, Bachelor's degree preferred.
- Previous USDA Food Manufacturing experience.
- 4+ years of related overall food experience with 2+ years of line lead/supervision.
- Intermediate personal computer skills including Microsoft Office. SAP experience is beneficial.
- Intermediate knowledge of robotics used in production.
- Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
- Advanced knowledge of Bakery/dough processes preferred.
Compensation and Benefits:
The base salary range for this position is $60,000 to $97,500 annually with eligibility for a 10% annual incentive bonus, that is based on organizational performance. The pay range represents the numerous factors considered in the hiring decisions including, but not limited to education, skills, work experience, certifications, geography etc. As such, starting pay for the successful candidate(s) could fall anywhere within the stated range.
Beyond base salary, we offer a competitive Total Rewards package focusing on your overall well-being. We are proud to offer a strong foundation of health benefits, retirement and financial wellbeing, time off programs, wellbeing support programs.
The employing subsidiaries of Schwan's Company are Equal Employment Opportunity Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, age, race, color, religion, gender, vet status, national origin, or other protected class.
Skills Required
- High School diploma
- Bachelor's degree
- Previous USDA food manufacturing experience
- 4+ years related overall food experience with 2+ years of line lead/supervision
- Intermediate personal computer skills including Microsoft Office
- SAP experience
- Intermediate knowledge of robotics used in production
- Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs
- Advanced knowledge of bakery/dough processes
- Knowledge of HACCP and food safety/GMP documentation and compliance
Schwan's Company Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage includes multiple plan options, including some no‑deductible choices, plus dental and vision. Benefits in this area are frequently regarded as a major strength for full‑time employees.
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Retirement Support — Retirement benefits include a 401(k) plan with company match and immediate vesting for eligible employees. This feature is viewed as a meaningful part of the total package.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid time off includes vacation that scales with tenure, paid holidays, and personal days. New hires can begin accruing PTO early in their employment.
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What We Do
As one of the fastest-growing leaders and producers in North America’s food industry, Schwan’s Company is dedicated to bringing people and cultures together through global flavors and delicious ethnic cuisine. Our commitment to this is reflected in the innovative foods we produce, our iconic brands and through a team of exceptional talent. Today, as a subsidiary of CJ CheilJedang, Schwan’s is a fast-paced, forward-thinking company that’s on its way to bigger and better things. We are a leading food marketer, with trusted brands like RED BARON®, FRESCHETTA®, BIG DADDY'S™ and TONY'S™ pizza, EDWARDS® and MRS. SMITH'S® desserts, and BIBIGO® and PAGODA® Asian-style foods. And, with manufacturing operations in California, Kansas, Kentucky, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania and Texas, we are well-prepared to deliver a great experience to our consumers wherever they shop and eat.
