Production Supervisor - 2nd Shift

Grande Cheese Company • Fond du Lac, WI

11d • Onsite

About The Position

Grande is seeking a hands-on Production Supervisor for the 2nd shift at its Fond du Lac, Wisconsin facility. The role oversees daily production and sanitation activities to ensure efficiency, quality, and safety. The supervisor leads and supports team members, coordinates schedules, troubleshoots issues, and drives continuous improvement. They are responsible for maintaining a safe work environment, meeting production goals, and fostering a positive team culture aligned with Grande’s mission. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 2:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.

Requirements

• Three or more years of manufacturing experience, preferably in food manufacturing, with work experience and/or training related to management or leadership skills; alternatively, a bachelor’s degree and relevant internship or other management/leadership experience and/or training.
• Knowledge and experience with lean principles and process optimization.
• Demonstrated leadership ability, including the ability to speak and present information effectively and respond to questions.
• Basic math, reading, and writing skills.
• Ability to understand technical instructions, policies, and procedures in written, verbal, or diagram form.
• Basic computer skills, including MS Office.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism.
• Proven leadership and team management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of manufacturing software and data analysis tools.
• Familiarity with safety and quality compliance standards.
• Demonstrated ability to drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Business, Leadership, Industrial Technology, or a related field is strongly desired; equivalent experience may be considered.
• Certification in lean manufacturing, such as Six Sigma or Lean Six Sigma.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local food and water regulations, including CFR, FSMA, the PMO, and the Bioterrorism Act.
• Bilingual Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily production and sanitation activities.
• Lead and support team members.
• Coordinate schedules and troubleshoot operational issues.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain a safe work environment.
• Meet production goals.
• Foster a positive team culture aligned with the company’s mission.

Benefits

• Low-cost onsite health clinics.
• Free onsite fitness center.
• Free healthy snacks throughout the facility.
• Health and wellness reimbursement program.
• Associate cheese purchasing program.
• Two-year mentorship program.
• Paid paternal leave.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager