Operations Supervisor | 3rd Shift

Gehl Food & Beverage•Village of Germantown, WI

19h•Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the Aseptic Manager, the Operations Supervisor leads shift-based production teams to drive performance, safety, quality, and efficiency. This role oversees workflow, employee development, and production scheduling while ensuring compliance with company standards and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
5+ years of manufacturing experience (food, process, or high-speed packaging preferred)
2+ years of leadership or supervisory experience
Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
Experience with continuous improvement and managing change
Mechanical aptitude and knowledge of aseptic processes preferred
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and ERP/HMI systems
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with sound judgment
Valid driver’s license (travel may be required)

Nice To Haves

Mechanical aptitude and knowledge of aseptic processes preferred

Responsibilities

Lead and manage production staff performance, coaching, and development (including Individual Development Plans).
Create and maintain production schedules, staffing plans, and training assignments.
Oversee production startups, shutdowns, and changeovers.
Promote and enforce safety, quality, and GMP standards, lead audits and investigations.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives across safety, quality, and efficiency.
Support recruitment, onboarding, and training of team members.
Handle employee relations, including coaching, discipline, and performance management.
Facilitate shift communications, meetings, and cross-department collaboration.
Monitor output, resolve FPQ issues, and ensure product quality and customer satisfaction.
Maintain technical knowledge of equipment and processes within the work unit.