Production Floor Supervisor – Seafood Processing

Raw Seafoods, Inc.

Fall River, MA

JOB DETAILS
LOCATION
Fall River, MA
POSTED
4 days ago

Raw Seafoods, Inc. is looking for a hands-on Production Floor Supervisor to lead daily operations in our seafood production room. This is a frontline leadership role responsible for supervising hourly production associates, including fish cutters, trimmers, packers, and support staff.

This is not a desk-only supervisor role. We need someone who is visible on the floor, comfortable leading in a fast-paced production environment, and able to drive attendance, productivity, safety, quality, training, and team performance every day. The right person will set the tone for the room, hold employees accountable, and help build a strong, motivated, productive team.

What You'll Do

As the Production Supervisor, you will:

  • Lead daily production room operations and workflow.
  • Assign labor positions and monitor production pace.
  • Supervise hourly team members, including cutters, trimmers, packers, and support staff.
  • Coach employees in real time to improve performance, productivity, and work habits.
  • Manage attendance, tardiness, breaks, conduct, and floor expectations.
  • Support onboarding and training for new hires.
  • Partner with safety and operations leadership to reinforce safe work practices, PPE, knife handling, sanitation, quality standards, and productivity expectations.
  • Cross-train team members to support flexibility and stronger shift coverage.
  • Enforce company standards consistently and escalate issues when needed.
  • Build a positive, high-energy work environment.
  • Recognize strong performance and help improve morale and retention.
  • Communicate daily updates regarding staffing, output, issues, morale, risks, and production needs.
  • Help ensure daily production goals are met.

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate is a strong frontline leader who can balance accountability with motivation. You should be fair, firm, visible, and comfortable leading people in a labor-intensive production environment.

Required Qualifications

  • At least 2 years of supervisory or lead experience in manufacturing, warehouse, food production, seafood, meat, poultry, produce, or another fast-paced operation.
  • Experience leading hourly frontline employees.
  • Ability to coach employees, manage attendance, enforce standards, and improve productivity.
  • Strong communication and conflict-resolution skills.
  • Working knowledge of workplace safety, PPE enforcement, sanitation, and quality standards.
  • Ability to work flexible hours, including early starts, overtime, or changing production schedules as needed.
  • Strong sense of urgency and ability to keep the team moving.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Seafood cutting, trimming, packing, or protein processing experience.
  • Bilingual English/Spanish.
  • Experience with timekeeping systems and production reporting.
  • Familiarity with forklifts or powered equipment.

Ideal Candidate Traits

  • High-energy and hands-on
  • Visible floor leader
  • Fair but firm
  • Strong communicator
  • Reliable and consistent
  • Team builder
  • Comfortable holding people accountable
  • Able to motivate employees in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong sense of urgency

Work Environment

This position works in a food manufacturing environment with exposure to cold temperatures, moisture, seafood products, production noise, and active machinery. The role requires frequent walking, standing, and movement throughout the facility while supporting daily production operations.

Schedule

1st Shift, Rotating Schedule:

  • Week 1: Mon, Wed-Fri, Sun (Tues & Sat off)
  • Week 2: Mon-Fri (Sat & Sun off)

Why Work With Us

At Raw Seafoods, we believe in investing in our people. When you join us, you're not just an employee - you're part of a culture that values hard work, creativity, and growth. We provide the tools, training, and support you need to do your job well and grow your career.

Here's what you can expect:

  • Competitive pay with weekly paychecks
  • Health & Dental insurance (eligible after just 30 days)
  • 401(k) with a 4% company match
  • Paid time off, sick leave, and holidays
  • Paid vacations
  • Real opportunities for growth and advancement

 

Ready to Apply?

If you're ready to take the next step in your maintenance career, don't wait. Apply today and bring your skills to a team that truly values your work.

 

Equal Opportunity Employer

Raw Seafoods, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We recruit, hire, assign, and promote without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin/ancestry, age, disability, marital or veteran status, or any legally recognized protected personal characteristic.

About the Company

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