3) Antigo, WI

Sartori Cheese Brand•Antigo, WI

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Production Supervisor leads a shift team at Sartori’s Antigo Creamery to maintain a safe work environment, food safety and quality standards, and production goals. The role oversees shift operations, drives continuous improvement, develops team members, addresses production issues, and ensures production schedules and key performance indicators are met. The position works on a 2/2/3 rotation from 4 p.m. to 4 a.m. and directly leads 15 or more production team members. The supervisor supports compliance with company policies and standardized work, including Safety, HACCP, GMPs, and SQF audit requirements. The position serves as the primary contact for food safety and quality concerns, escalating issues as needed. The Plant Manager is the backup responsible for the integrity of the SQF System. This is an onsite role at the Antigo Creamery in Antigo, Wisconsin. Occasional travel, estimated at 10%, may be required, and a valid driver’s license is required.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Completion of an associate’s degree within an established timeline after hire is required.
Three to five years of experience leading a team in a manufacturing environment or as a supervisor in food manufacturing, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to convey complex analytical insights to diverse audiences.
Ability to identify needs using situational context and logical analysis, and to make informed, timely decisions.
Ability to coach and mentor others, build trusting relationships, and take accountability for individual and team performance.
Proven ability to lead and inspire a diverse team toward production goals while fostering a positive and inclusive work environment.
Ability to identify and resolve issues, analyze manufacturing processes, troubleshoot equipment, and implement improvements to efficiency and quality.
Valid driver’s license.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including regularly standing, walking, reaching, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling, and regularly lifting or moving objects weighing 40–50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Associate of Arts degree in Supervisory Management or a related field.
Experience in cheese making and whey processing.

Responsibilities

Lead shift operations to meet personal safety, food safety, product quality, and productivity standards.
Direct and support team members in following standardized work and company policies, including Safety, HACCP, and GMPs.
Maintain team accountability and effective communication; foster cohesion, resolve conflicts, and motivate team members.
Drive initiatives to improve safety, quality, efficiency, and cost performance.
Collaborate with cross-functional leaders on safety, quality, and productivity activities, including new product and process commercialization and audit readiness.
Ensure accurate inventory handling and material flow, and recommend improvements to supply chain and inventory processes.
Troubleshoot and resolve operational issues through observation, coaching, training, and procedural updates.
Communicate process or policy changes to team members in a timely and effective manner.
Evaluate, coach, and develop team members’ behaviors, knowledge, and performance.
Serve as the primary contact for food safety or quality concerns and escalate issues as needed.
Maintain compliance with SQF audit requirements and ensure ongoing food safety and quality across operations.