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PLANT OPERATIONS SUPERVISOR

Location: Lost Hills, CA
Pay: $85,000 - $120,000 annually DOE
Schedule: Night Shift
Employment Type: Full-Time

Position Overview

Key Staffing is currently recruiting for an experienced Plant Operations Supervisor to oversee the daily operations of a large industrial processing facility in Lost Hills, CA.

This leadership role is responsible for ensuring safe, efficient, and productive plant operations while maintaining quality standards, regulatory compliance, and employee engagement. The ideal candidate will possess strong supervisory experience within manufacturing, recycling, agricultural processing, material handling, or other industrial environments.

This is an excellent opportunity for an operations professional seeking long-term career growth with a well-established and growing organization.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate daily plant operations to ensure efficient processing and production activities.
• Monitor facility performance and identify opportunities to improve productivity, reduce waste, and increase operational efficiency.
• Develop, implement, and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Lead, train, coach, and motivate plant personnel while fostering a culture focused on safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Conduct employee evaluations, provide performance feedback, and support employee development initiatives.
• Assist with recruiting, onboarding, and retention efforts.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, environmental requirements, and company safety policies.
• Conduct regular safety inspections, audits, and hazard assessments.
• Develop and enforce workplace safety programs and emergency response procedures.
• Monitor production quality and implement corrective actions when necessary.
• Investigate and resolve quality concerns, operational issues, and customer-related complaints.
• Maintain production records, quality reports, and operational metrics.
• Oversee inventory levels of raw materials, supplies, and finished goods to minimize downtime and support production goals.
• Coordinate with maintenance teams to ensure equipment reliability and operational readiness.
• Manage operational budgets and monitor expenses to support financial objectives.
• Prepare and present reports related to production, safety, quality, staffing, and facility performance.
• Collaborate with leadership, maintenance, logistics, and other departments to support business objectives.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications Required

• Minimum of 5 years of plant operations, manufacturing, processing, recycling, agricultural, or industrial leadership experience.
• Previous supervisory or management experience in a production or industrial environment.
• Strong leadership, coaching, and team-building skills.
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations and workplace safety programs.
• Experience managing production schedules, quality standards, and operational performance metrics.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

Preferred

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Industrial Management, Operations Management, or a related field.
• Experience within metals processing, recycling, material handling, or heavy industrial operations.
• Experience with industrial conveyor systems, processing equipment, or large-scale material handling operations.
• Experience utilizing ERP or production management software.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions, including extreme heat and cold.
• Ability to walk, stand, climb, bend, and perform physical activities throughout the shift.
• Ability to climb stairs and industrial equipment as needed.
• Occasionally lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work in industrial environments around moving equipment, machinery, dust, and noise.

Additional Requirements

• Valid Driver's License required.
• Ability to travel for training as needed.
• Must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen and physical examination.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.

Benefits Available Upon Eligibility

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays

Why Apply?

This position offers the opportunity to lead a growing operation while making a direct impact on plant performance, employee development, safety, and operational excellence. Candidates who thrive in fast-paced industrial environments and enjoy leading teams toward continuous improvement are encouraged to apply.

Commitment to Diversity: As an equal opportunity employer committed to meeting the

needs of a multi-generational and multicultural workforce, Key Staffing recognizes that a diverse

staff, reflective of our community, is an integral and welcome part of a successful and ethical

business. We hire local talent at all levels regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin,

gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, or disability and actively foster inclusion in all forms

both within our company and across interactions with clients, candidates, and partners