Production Supervisor 3rd Shift

Richelieu Foods•Beaver Dam, WI

4d•$75,000 - $80,000•Onsite

About The Position

Richelieu Foods is seeking a Production Supervisor to oversee people, processes, procedures, and controls that support timely, accurate production in accordance with customer specifications and company standards. This hands-on working manager is accountable for designing, documenting, implementing, auditing, and continuously improving production standard work, projects, and related systems. The position supervises the daily production team on the third shift, 7:00 p.m. to 4:00 a.m., and works in the factory for approximately 90% of the time.

Requirements

Minimum of 4 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing setting.
Bachelor's degree or equivalent.
Experience working with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
Experience with quality and hygiene requirements common in food manufacturing.
Experience managing employees in a food production environment.
Experience in a production environment involving food or other FDA-regulated products.
Strong management, leadership, organizational, and scheduling abilities.
Ability to work in a team environment and maintain a positive attitude.
Good written and oral communication skills.
Safety-first mindset.
Problem-solving skills, including Lean Six Sigma-related tools, and strong decision-making capabilities.
Ability to motivate a team, with a high energy level and diligent work ethic.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
Attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to use discretion with confidential information and records.
Strong computer skills and experience using an ERP system accurately.
Ability to analyze information to identify potential problems or discrepancies.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including standing for the production shift and lifting loads as described in the posting.

Nice To Haves

Food manufacturing experience.
Bilingual English/Spanish.

Responsibilities

Ensure timely and accurate production in accordance with customer specifications and company standards.
Supervise the daily production team during the assigned shift.
Plan appropriate inventory levels to meet production requirements and specifications and fulfill customer orders.
Ensure employees are trained on GMPs, safety, quality, and other company procedures.
Collect production data and identify variances from standards.
Maintain company safety and OSHA standards.
Handle employee concerns and issues.
Set schedules and approve employee time in the Dayforce system.
Manage employee time and attendance in Dayforce and update hours appropriately.
Regularly update and communicate labor needs.
Promote safety standards and record and investigate safety incidents and near misses to help reduce future accidents.
Provide and receive feedback to develop employees and future leaders.
Perform other duties as assigned by management or volunteered for.