Operations Supervisor
Content + Source + Freshness • 13 Dec 2025 • 95% confidence
Offer value
Valuable role in a mission-driven organization addressing critical food waste issues.
- Stable compensation at $68,640/year
- Engaging work in sustainability and food systems
- Opportunities to develop leadership capabilities
- May involve high-pressure decision-making
Pros
- Being part of a mission-driven company focused on sustainability
- Comprehensive benefits package including health coverage
- Learning opportunities in operational excellence and team management
Cons
- On-site requirement can limit flexibility
- Potential high pressure in meeting operational KPIs
- Requires adaptability in a dynamic and fast-paced environment
Who it's for
Mid-level • On-site
Good fit
- Experienced operations supervisors
- Professionals passionate about sustainability
- Individuals experienced in high-volume environments
Not recommended for
- Newcomers without operations experience
- Candidates favoring remote work options
- Those without interest in mission-driven roles
Motivation fit
Key skills
About the job
Operations Supervisor
Support safety culture and operational excellence in a high-volume fulfillment center
Location: Walnut, California, United StatesAbout The Role
Operations Supervisor
Misfits Market is a mission-driven, high-growth startup dedicated to reducing food waste and making shopping for sustainable, high-quality groceries easier and more affordable. We deliver organic produce, high-quality meats and seafood, plant-based proteins, dairy, bakery, wine, and other grocery items to nearly every zip code in 48 states at up to 30 percent off traditional grocery store prices. In 2022, Misfits Market acquired sustainable e-grocer Imperfect Foods and now leverages its in-house transportation network to deliver directly to consumers with one of the most carbon-efficient grocery delivery models on the market. By tackling inefficiencies in the food system, our passionate and motivated team of problem solvers helps save an average of 500,000 pounds of food per week from waste or lesser outcomes, with an all-time savings of 190+ million pounds of food.
As Misfits we support our customers and mission by embracing our core values of: Prioritizing our Customers, Doing more with less, Thinking Differently, Respecting one another, Moving deliberately and quickly, Taking initiative and delivering.
About the Role:
As a front-line supervisor on our operations team, you will be responsible for supporting the Production Manager in the day-to-day operations in our food-based fulfillment center. The Production Supervisor is accountable for meeting or exceeding all operational goals through strong interpersonal communication, strategic planning, and a commitment to excellence. The ideal candidate builds strong professional relationships across departments, is an agent of change, and prioritizes the safety of both our team and our customers.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty within the warehouse satisfactorily. The requirements listed must be representative of the knowledge, skills, minimum education, training, licensure, experience and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Responsibilities:
- Maintain a Safety-First culture in our food-based Fulfillment Center (FC). Responsible for meeting site environmental, health, quality & safety performance metrics. Maintains or exceeds the requirements and standards of OSHA, AlB, GMP, HACCP, FSSC, and FDA.
- Monitor and assess team performance against established KPIs. Implement strategies to improve productivity, efficiency, and overall operational excellence.
- Foster a collaborative and transparent environment, ensuring information flows effectively across departments.
- Uphold and enforce safety and quality protocols within the facility. Conduct regular safety training sessions and inspections to maintain a secure working environment.
- Optimize the allocation of resources, including manpower and equipment, to meet operational demands efficiently. Collaborate with other departments to ensure smooth workflows.
- Lead and mentor front-line operations staff, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, safety, and teamwork. Provide coaching and support to enhance individual and team performance.
- Ensure that team members are equipped with the necessary skills for success. Identify training needs within the team and coordinate with our HR and Learning teams to implement training programs.
Skills & Qualifications:
- Previous leadership experience in a warehouse or manufacturing environment
- Familiarity with regulatory requirements for operating plants
- An ability to adapt to changing priorities, delegate, and manage time efficiently
- Experience training others to new processes or procedural updates
- An aptitude for equipment operation and troubleshooting
- Excellent leadership, team building, and people management skills
- Strong interpersonal skills and communication with all levels of management
- Excellent conflict-resolution and decision-making abilities
Nice to have:
- Experience with or certification in Lean Six Sigma, PMP, TPM or other relevant certifications
- Experience conducting root cause analysis investigations
Details of Position & Benefits:
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k)
- Annual Misfits grocery box credit of $1200 paid in weekly installments
- Life insurance
- Paid vacation time
- Paid holidays
- Paid sick days
- Commuter benefits
- Compensation - $68,640/yr.
- Schedule - Sunday to Thursday, 11:30am to 8:30pm

