Supervisor, Production (3rd Shift)

Saputo • Reedsburg, WI

6d

About The Position

The Supervisor, Production oversees third-shift whey department operations at Saputo. This role supervises and coaches employees, plans and schedules daily plant operations, and ensures personnel and equipment are used efficiently to produce the required quality and quantity of products. The supervisor works with plant employees and management to support operational excellence and a workplace culture consistent with company values.

The role ensures production, sanitation, safety, and food-safety procedures are implemented and followed; trains hourly employees; maintains required time and production records; and monitors raw whey receiving, lot-code generation, and warehouse transfers and receiving in the L/N ERP system. The supervisor also assists other personnel and performs additional duties as requested by the production manager or plant manager.

Requirements

• High school diploma.
• Proven mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting ability.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Ability to motivate and develop employees.
• Strong leadership and mentoring skills.
• Complete continuing education annually.
• Obtain or possess a Wisconsin Pasteurization Certification/License within one year.
• Obtain or possess a HACCP Certification within one year.
• Obtain or possess a sanitation chemical certification within one year.

Nice To Haves

• Some college credits or continuing education desired.
• Two to five years of progressively responsible experience in a manufacturing, farming, or agriculture environment preferred.
• One to three years of supervisory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coach whey department employees to meet performance objectives through effective leadership.
• Plan and schedule daily whey plant operations to use personnel and equipment efficiently and produce the desired quality and quantity of products.
• Communicate and interact effectively with plant employees.
• Recommend manufacturing procedure changes to maintain product specifications, minimize waste, improve efficiency, and reduce operating costs.
• Train hourly employees in equipment operation, manufacturing procedures, shipping and receiving, sanitation, and product loss prevention.
• Promote safety programs and policies to reduce incidents and near-misses.
• Promote food-safety programs and policies to ensure first-pass quality.
• Maintain required time and production records.
• Direct and supervise production employees to support on-time production and delivery of quality products at the lowest possible cost consistent with operational objectives.
• Work with plant management to support a culture consistent with company values and beliefs.
• Supervise assigned employees' scheduling and daily activities.
• Ensure procedures are in place and followed to maximize production efficiency and product quality.
• Oversee instruction, implementation, and enforcement of employee-related policies.
• Assist other personnel and perform other duties as requested by the production manager or plant manager.
• Maintain a safe and sanitary atmosphere with regard for food safety and environmental impacts.
• Understand and monitor raw whey receiving, lot-code generation, and warehouse transfers and receiving in the L/N ERP system.

Benefits

• Development opportunities that enhance career fulfillment.
• Compensation and benefits to help employees care for their families.
• Opportunities to contribute to the community and enhance the lives of others through Saputo products.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED