Production Supervisor (Weekends)

Novonesis•Madison, WI

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Production Supervisor works under general direction and is responsible for managing the production process and leading employees on an assigned shift to maximize production results while meeting customer demand. This is a hands‑on leadership role with strong day‑to‑day engagement on the production floor. You will lead and mentor a team of approximately 8–10 employees, foster a safe and positive work environment, and drive performance across safety, quality, productivity, cost, and people.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a business or science‑related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
1–3 years of supervisory or people‑leadership experience
Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English
Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively at all levels of the organization and with external contractors
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
Sound judgment to make administrative, procedural, and employment‑related decisions in a dynamic setting
Working knowledge of continuous improvement principles and their practical application
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
Willingness and ability to travel domestically and/or internationally up to 10%, as needed
Ability to meet the physical requirements of the role, including frequent standing, use of hands, occasional lifting up to 50 lbs, and periodic stooping, kneeling, or crouching
Visual acuity including depth perception, close vision, and the ability to adjust focus

Nice To Haves

Experience in food, ingredient, or other regulated manufacturing environments
Familiarity with lean manufacturing and operational excellence methodologies
Experience acting as a first‑line troubleshooter for production processes and equipment
Strong employee‑relations skills with a constructive, solutions‑focused approach
Interest in building a culture of engagement, ownership, and continuous improvement

Responsibilities

Leading, mentoring, and developing employees by setting clear expectations, assigning work, and monitoring performance
Championing a strong safety culture by ensuring compliance with safety standards and driving continuous improvement
Managing departmental operations, including schedules, performance evaluations, and day‑to‑day production activities
Promoting employee engagement and effective communication through shift meetings, problem resolution, and Heartbeat Survey actions
Hiring, training, and developing team members to support both business goals and individual growth
Driving continuous improvement using lean manufacturing tools such as 5S, A3, SPS, and Kaizen
Leading and participating in cross‑functional and CAPEX projects, including the design, validation, and implementation of new processes and equipment
Ensuring compliance with GMP, Food Safety, and Food Defense requirements
Providing daily production support, troubleshooting issues, reviewing production records, and addressing customer complaints and audit findings