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Plant Supervisor jobs are open across manufacturing, food and beverage, chemicals, and consumer goods, at every level from lead operator to senior plant supervisor, with specializations in production management, quality control, and safety compliance. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Plan, coordinate and supervise the daily activities of assigned departments, such as maintenance, operations and the warehouse, to ensure efficient operations. Responsible for ensuring all tasks performed by associates and others are performed safely, efficiently and accurately to maintain and improve the performance of the entire plant in the areas of Safety, Quality and Reliability (SQR) and our Customer 1 st strategy. Provide leadership that embodies our 7 Kroger Manufacturing High Performance Work System principles. Demonstrate the companys core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety.From one tiny Cincinnati grocery store more than a century ago, we've grown into what today is the nation's largest grocer with nearly 2,800 stores in 35 states operating under 28 different names. As America's grocer, we take pride in bringing diverse teams with a passion for food and people together with one common purpose: To Feed the Human Spirit. With a history of innovation, we work tirelessly to create amazing experiences for our customers, communities AND each other, with food at the heart of it all.
Here, people matter. That's why we strive to provide the ingredients you need to create your own recipe for success at work and in life. We help feed your future by providing the value and care you need to grow. If you're caring, purpose-driven and hungry to learn, your potential is unlimited.
Whether you're seeking a part-time position or a new career path, we've got a fresh opportunity for you. Apply today to become part of our Kroger family!
What you'll receive from us:
The Kroger Family of Companies offers comprehensive benefits to support your Associate Well-Being, including Physical, Emotional, Financial and more. We'll help you thrive, with access to:
- A wide range of healthcare coverage, including affordable, comprehensive medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage, through company plans or collective bargaining agreement plans.
- Flexible scheduling in full- and part-time roles with paid time off, including holiday and sick pay based on eligibility and length of service.
- Emotional and financial support with free counseling through our Employee Assistance Program and free, confidential financial tools and coaching with Goldman Sachs Ayco.
- Valuable associate discounts on purchases, including food, travel, technology and so much more.
- Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement over your career, through our industry-leading Continuing Education program.
- Vast potential for growth, through an abundance of industry-leading training programs and diverse career pathways.
- Desired Previous Job Experience:
- Previous experience working in a manufacturing plant
- Working knowledge of lean manufacturing practices
Minimum Position Qualifications & Education:
- Bachelors degree in a discipline supporting food manufacturing operations or 3+ years equivalent experience and training
- Thorough knowledge of department operations and procedures
- Basic math and computer skills
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Ability to understand complex instructions
- Ability to write brief reports and log documentation
- Essential Job Functions:
- Support and participate in the plants safety process.
- Oversee daily activities of assigned shift relying on high degree of concentration and knowledge of the operations process, and provide necessary, daily communication with managers, leads, and all associates.
- Plan, coordinate and advise department associates of work to be completed each day.
- Oversee daily set up of machinery and equipment prior to production for efficient and effective operation.
- Monitor production process to ensure smooth flow.
- Receive and resolve operation problems for assigned shift.
- Monitor performance of department associates to ensure adherence to established standards and procedures such as safety and housekeeping.
- Give verbal and written reports daily to the production manager and any other necessary personnel to fulfill appropriate documentation.
- Visually inspect products and operations to ensure quality of products and work. Ensure plant achieves 85% reliability on production lines.
- Facilitate or schedule communication meetings regularly with department associates.
- Provide progressive training to develop shift leads.
- Provide regular feedback to associates on performance against all department and plant goals and objectives.
- Follow established programs, policies and practices to produce safe quality foods that meet regulatory and company requirements.
- Support the development, implementation, maintenance, and ongoing improvement of the SQF 2000 Systems.
- Accountable to the Kroger Manufacturing Food Safety and Quality Principles.
- Supervise and coach direct reports in the performance of their duties; complete performance reviews and provide feedback to direct reports.
- Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation.
Plan, coordinate and supervise the daily activities of assigned departments, such as maintenance, operations and the warehouse, to ensure efficient operations. Responsible for ensuring all tasks performed by associates and others are performed safely, efficiently and accurately to maintain and improve the performance of the entire plant in the areas of Safety, Quality and Reliability (SQR) and our Customer 1 st strategy. Provide leadership that embodies our 7 Kroger Manufacturing High Performance Work System principles. Demonstrate the companys core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety.From one tiny Cincinnati grocery store more than a century ago, we've grown into what today is the nation's largest grocer with nearly 2,800 stores in 35 states operating under 28 different names. As America's grocer, we take pride in bringing diverse teams with a passion for food and people together with one common purpose: To Feed the Human Spirit. With a history of innovation, we work tirelessly to create amazing experiences for our customers, communities AND each other, with food at the heart of it all.
Here, people matter. That's why we strive to provide the ingredients you need to create your own recipe for success at work and in life. We help feed your future by providing the value and care you need to grow. If you're caring, purpose-driven and hungry to learn, your potential is unlimited.
Whether you're seeking a part-time position or a new career path, we've got a fresh opportunity for you. Apply today to become part of our Kroger family!
What you'll receive from us:
The Kroger Family of Companies offers comprehensive benefits to support your Associate Well-Being, including Physical, Emotional, Financial and more. We'll help you thrive, with access to:
- A wide range of healthcare coverage, including affordable, comprehensive medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage, through company plans or collective bargaining agreement plans.
- Flexible scheduling in full- and part-time roles with paid time off, including holiday and sick pay based on eligibility and length of service.
- Emotional and financial support with free counseling through our Employee Assistance Program and free, confidential financial tools and coaching with Goldman Sachs Ayco.
- Valuable associate discounts on purchases, including food, travel, technology and so much more.
- Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement over your career, through our industry-leading Continuing Education program.
- Vast potential for growth, through an abundance of industry-leading training programs and diverse career pathways.
- Desired Previous Job Experience:
- Previous experience working in a manufacturing plant
- Working knowledge of lean manufacturing practices
Minimum Position Qualifications & Education:
- Bachelors degree in a discipline supporting food manufacturing operations or 3+ years equivalent experience and training
- Thorough knowledge of department operations and procedures
- Basic math and computer skills
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Ability to understand complex instructions
- Ability to write brief reports and log documentation
- Essential Job Functions:
- Support and participate in the plants safety process.
- Oversee daily activities of assigned shift relying on high degree of concentration and knowledge of the operations process, and provide necessary, daily communication with managers, leads, and all associates.
- Plan, coordinate and advise department associates of work to be completed each day.
- Oversee daily set up of machinery and equipment prior to production for efficient and effective operation.
- Monitor production process to ensure smooth flow.
- Receive and resolve operation problems for assigned shift.
- Monitor performance of department associates to ensure adherence to established standards and procedures such as safety and housekeeping.
- Give verbal and written reports daily to the production manager and any other necessary personnel to fulfill appropriate documentation.
- Visually inspect products and operations to ensure quality of products and work. Ensure plant achieves 85% reliability on production lines.
- Facilitate or schedule communication meetings regularly with department associates.
- Provide progressive training to develop shift leads.
- Provide regular feedback to associates on performance against all department and plant goals and objectives.
- Follow established programs, policies and practices to produce safe quality foods that meet regulatory and company requirements.
- Support the development, implementation, maintenance, and ongoing improvement of the SQF 2000 Systems.
- Accountable to the Kroger Manufacturing Food Safety and Quality Principles.
- Supervise and coach direct reports in the performance of their duties; complete performance reviews and provide feedback to direct reports.
- Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation.
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Who's Hiring
- Tyson Foods Incorporated16
- Smithfield Foods13
- Abbott7
- Ball Corporation5
- Howmet Aerospace5
Top Industries Hiring
- Chemicals & Materials
- Energy
- Retail
- Automotive
- Food & Beverage
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in plant supervisor jobs.
- Three to five years of experience supervising hourly production or manufacturing employees
- Demonstrated knowledge of Lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies
- OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification or willingness to obtain within a specified period
- Proficiency with manufacturing execution systems, ERP platforms, or production scheduling software
- Associate or bachelor's degree in industrial technology, engineering, or a related technical field
- Experience conducting shift briefings, performance coaching, and disciplinary documentation
Tips for Your Plant Supervisor Job Search
Quantify your production metrics on your resume
Plant supervisors who list specific output improvements, downtime reductions, or throughput gains get more callbacks than those who list duties. Pull numbers from shift logs, OEE reports, or annual reviews and work them into your bullet points.
List your safety certifications in a dedicated section
OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certifications, forklift operator cards, and any process safety management credentials belong in their own section, not buried under job history. Hiring managers scan for these before reading anything else.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists plant supervisor openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match your background and apply directly to each listing without jumping between multiple sites.
Filter by industry to target your specialty
Plant supervisor roles in food processing, pharmaceuticals, and automotive have different compliance requirements and culture expectations. Focusing your search on the industry where you have direct experience makes your application much stronger from the start.
Prepare for scenario-based interview questions
Plant supervisor interviews almost always include questions about handling a line stoppage, managing a safety incident, or coaching an underperforming employee. Walk through a real example for each scenario using a situation, action, and outcome format.
Negotiate total compensation, not just base pay
Plant supervisor offers often include shift differentials, performance bonuses tied to OEE targets, and tool allowances that vary widely. Ask HR to break down each component before accepting so you can compare offers accurately.
Plant Supervisor Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most plant supervisors?
The most active employers for plant supervisors right now are Tyson Foods Incorporated, Smithfield Foods, and Abbott, and the most openings are in Michigan, Iowa, and Indiana, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Food and beverage producers and consumer packaged goods manufacturers consistently post the highest volume of openings.
How many plant supervisor jobs are remote?
About 0% of plant supervisor openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting that most roles require a physical presence on the production floor. The sub-areas most likely to offer any remote flexibility are corporate safety auditing, multi-site quality oversight, and training coordination roles that sit above direct floor supervision.
How do you become a plant supervisor?
Start by building hands-on experience as a machine operator, line lead, or production technician so you understand the floor before managing it. Pursue an OSHA certification and, if possible, a degree or coursework in industrial technology or operations management. Volunteer for shift coverage, cross-training projects, or safety committee roles to demonstrate leadership readiness to your current employer before moving into a formal supervisor title.
Can I get hired as a plant supervisor with little experience?
Some manufacturers hire candidates into junior or assistant plant supervisor roles if they have strong floor experience as a lead operator or team lead, even without formal supervisory titles. Highlighting instances where you trained new employees, covered for a supervisor, or led a process improvement project can offset a shorter management history. Smaller facilities and third-party logistics operations tend to be more open to candidates building their first formal supervisory role.
What does the plant supervisor interview process look like?
Most plant supervisor hiring processes include an initial phone screen with HR, a technical interview with the plant manager or operations director covering production systems and safety knowledge, and at least one behavioral interview focused on how you handle conflict, downtime, or compliance issues. Many employers also conduct a facility walkthrough so they can see how you assess a live production environment and ask situational questions in context.
Where can I find and apply to plant supervisor jobs?
You can find and apply to plant supervisor jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search for roles that match your industry background and experience level, then apply directly to each listing that fits without leaving the platform.
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