2nd Shift Food Production Lead: Safety, Quality, Efficiency

Ethos; Cudahy (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care Plan

Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

Training & Development

Job summary

Ethos is seeking a Production Supervisor for the 2nd shift to lead production employees, ensure safety and quality, and meet targets on time. The role requires strong coaching, communication, and hands-on leadership on the plant floor.

Responsibilities include HACCP/USDA compliance, daily inspections, and collaboration with Operations Managers to minimize downtime and costs. A Bachelor's in Business or related field with 2+ years of lead experience is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience leading training, coaching, or mentoring staff.
• Food or beverage manufacturing background required, or logistics/warehouse experience.
• Strong communication skills (oral and written) for leading problem-solving efforts.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily inspections on the production floor to identify unsafe conditions and take corrective action.
• Lead safety audits and ensure adherence to HACCP and USDA regulations.
• Maintain product quality by enforcing Food Safety/Quality plans and training on SOPs.
• Track yields, efficiencies, and variances; collaborate with supervisors to improve workflows.
• Direct and provide guidance to hourly production employees on safety, quality, and production goals.
• Lead monthly line meetings and walk the floor daily.
• Analyze product performance metrics and suggest changes to improve efficiency and reduce costs.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Training/coaching

Analytical/math abilities

Safety awareness

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business or related field

Job description

Ethos is seeking a Production Supervisor for the 2nd shift to lead production employees, ensure safety and quality, and meet targets on time. The role requires strong coaching, communication, and hands-on leadership on the plant floor.

Responsibilities include HACCP/USDA compliance, daily inspections, and collaboration with Operations Managers to minimize downtime and costs. A Bachelor's in Business or related field with 2+ years of lead experience is required.