Job Details

Overview

Manufacturing Supervisor role at Kalon Executive Search for Nutraceuticals, CPG and Wellness. This is an On-Site role in San Diego County and requires working on the 3rd shift and on weekends (Saturday and Sunday).

Responsibilities

• Directs the day-to-day functions of a manufacturing team, ensuring production timelines are met and workflow is optimized.
• Maintains product quality by enforcing compliance with internal standards and regulatory requirements.
• Oversees the full softgel production cycle, including ingredient handling, blending, and material verification in alignment with production documentation.
• Monitors critical parameters during mixing and encapsulation to uphold batch integrity and meet defined specifications.
• Diagnoses and resolves equipment or procedural issues in accordance with operational protocols.
• Promotes and ensures a safe working environment by adhering to health and safety policies.
• Strictly follows all procedural documentation, including SOPs and cGMP guidelines.
• Immediately communicates any process irregularities to quality control and supervisory staff.
• Accurately completes required documentation and logs associated with production.
• Serves as a key contact between the manufacturing floor and maintenance team to ensure equipment readiness.
• Drives initiatives focused on operational efficiency and cost reduction while maintaining or improving quality standards.
• Actively supports the safety and health of fellow team members.
• Flags safety concerns or mechanical issues to the appropriate personnel for prompt resolution.
• Provides hands-on training and continuous development for team members.
• Oversees equipment operation, ensuring it is used properly and maintained routinely.
• Conducts quality checks to confirm finished products meet all established specifications.
• Administers performance reviews, offering feedback and guidance through formal evaluations.
• Analyzes workflow for bottlenecks or inefficiencies and proposes actionable solutions.
• Trains new team members on machine operation and procedural compliance, with a focus on safety.
• Reinforces strict adherence to workplace safety rules and corporate policies.
• Takes on additional responsibilities and tasks as directed by leadership.

Experience

• 3+ years direct experience with gel compounding is required.
• Ability to create accountability and to lead by example.
• Strong team building, decision-making and people management skills.
• Physically able to lift, bend, stoop, climb, and reach.
• Some mechanical experience is preferred.
• Ability to read and write English.
• Ability to understand and follow all company SOPs and cGMP guidelines.
• Intermediate math skills (multiplication, division, conversions and understanding weights and measures).

Compensation

$70,000-80,000 base salary plus overtime and full benefits

Equal Opportunity

Kalon Staffing is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.