Production Supervisor

Relocation assistance provided for qualified candidates.

Why choose us?

Safeway is a leading milk processor committed to delivering fresh, high-quality dairy products to families across the region. Our facility operates with cutting-edge technology and a strong focus on food safety, sustainability, and operational excellence. We’re looking for an experienced Production Supervisor with a background in dairy manufacturing—especially fluid milk processing—to lead our team and drive performance.

What you will be doing:

As Production Supervisor, you will oversee all aspects of milk production, including pasteurization, homogenization, filling, and sanitation. You’ll lead a team of operators and technicians, ensuring compliance with dairy industry standards and optimizing production efficiency.

Main Responsibilities

Supervise daily milk processing operations, including pasteurization and packaging

Ensure compliance with FDA, PMO, HACCP, and SQF standards

Lead and coach production staff to meet safety, quality, and output goals

Manage Clean-in-Place (CIP) systems and sanitation protocols

Monitor equipment performance and coordinate preventive maintenance

Analyze production data and implement process improvements

Collaborate with QA, maintenance, and logistics teams

Maintain accurate records for audits and inspections

We are looking for candidates who possess the following:

5+ years of experience in dairy manufacturing, specifically fluid milk processing

2+ years in a supervisory or management role

Strong knowledge of pasteurization, homogenization, and dairy packaging systems

Familiarity with food safety regulations and sanitation procedures

Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills

Bachelor’s degree in Dairy Science, Food Technology, Engineering, or related field

Experience with lean manufacturing or Six Sigma methodologies

Proficiency in production software and data analysis tools

We also provide a variety of benefits including:

Competitive wages paid weekly

Associate discounts

Health and financial well-being benefits for eligible associates (Medical, Dental, 401k and more!)

Time off (vacation, holidays, sick pay). For eligibility requirements please visit

Leaders invested in your training, career growth and development

An inclusive work environment with talented colleagues who reflect the communities we serve

Our Values – Click below to view video:

The Supply Chain Department has an opening for a Milk Plant Production Manager. This position is located in San Leandro, CA.

Starting rates will be no less than the local minimum wage and may vary based on criteria such as location, experience, and qualifications. Candidates with unique qualifications may be considered for compensation above this range. Benefits may include medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, sick pay, PTO/Vacation Pay or Flexible Time Off, paid holidays, bereavement pay, and retirement benefits (pension and/or 401k eligibility).

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About Us:

Albertsons Companies is at the forefront of the revolution in retail. Committed to innovation and fostering a culture of belonging, our team is united with a unique purpose: to bring people together around the joys of food and to inspire well-being. We want talented individuals to be part of this journey!

Locally great and nationally strong, Albertsons Companies (NYSE: ACI) is a leading food and drug retailer in the . We operate over 2,200 stores, 1,732 pharmacies, 405 fuel centers, 22 distribution facilities, and 19 manufacturing plants across 34 states and the District of Columbia. Our well-known banners include Albertsons, Safeway, Vons, Jewel-Osco, ACME, Shaw’s, Tom Thumb, United Supermarkets, United Express, Randalls, Albertson’s Market, Pavilions, Star Markets, Market Street, Carrs, Haggen, Lucky, Amigos, Andronico’s Community Markets, King’s, Balducci’s, and Albertson’s Market Street.

Our vision is to be a retail leader admired for national strength with deep local roots, offering an easy, fun, friendly, and inspiring experience, no matter how customers choose to shop with us. We celebrate the rich diversity of the communities we serve, and strive to create a workplace where everyone has equal access to opportunities and resources, and can fully contribute to their and our company’s success.

Bring your flavor

Building the future of food and well-being starts with you. Join our team and bring your best self to the table.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work performed by the employees assigned to this job and are not the official job description for the position. All employees must comply with Company, Division, and Store policies and applicable laws. The responsibilities, duties, and skills of personnel may vary within store and/or from store to store and the official job description will be provided during the application process.

Albertsons is an Equal Opportunity Employer

This Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, or on any other basis prohibited by law. Consistent with applicable state and local law, the Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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Keywords

Dairy Production Manager, Milk Processing, Pasteurization, Homogenization, Food Manufacturing, CIP, SQF, HACCP, FDA Compliance, Fluid Dairy, Plant Manager, Food Safety, Dairy Industry

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