2nd Shift Packaging & Production Supervisor

Sora Resource Group; Jefferson (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Sora Resource Group is seeking a 2nd Shift Packaging & Production Supervisor in the Jefferson, WI area. Directly supervise an off-shift production crew, assign daily line work, and drive efficiency in a clean, food-processing facility. This direct-hire role offers growth on a structured management track and partnership with a growing manufacturer.

The position runs Mon-Fri, 1:30 PM–11:30 PM, with overtime on Saturdays and a base salary of $65,000–$75,000 plus performance-based bonuses. U.S.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of supervisory experience on production lines in a regulated environment.
• Strong food safety knowledge and GMP compliance.
• People-first leadership with mentoring and conflict resolution.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office or ERP systems for scheduling and performance tracking.
• US Citizen or Green Card holder within 45-minute commute of Greater Jefferson, WI.

Responsibilities

• Direct, mentor, and motivate an off-shift production crew, managing daily line assignments and optimizing headcount.
• Coordinate raw ingredient delivery and resource allocation to streamline material flow and meet daily targets.
• Uphold GMP, HACCP, and SQF standards to maintain food safety compliance.
• Lead lean initiatives to reduce bottlenecks and improve Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE).
• Serve as liaison between 1st and 2nd shifts to ensure seamless communication and productivity.
• Oversee labor tracking, performance reviews, and daily production metrics.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Scheduling proficiency

Office/ERP familiarity

Tools

Excel

ERP systems

Job description

2nd Shift Packaging & Production Supervisor

$65,000 - $75,000/yr + Overtime & Bonus Greater Jefferson, WI Area (Up to 45-minute commute) 2nd Shift / Mon-Fri (1:30 PM - 11:30 PM) Full-Time / Direct Hire

• Compensation & Earnings: Up to $75,000 base salary plus time-and-a-half Saturday overtime premiums and annual performance-based bonuses.
• Work Environment: Clean, highly organized food processing facility backed by an expanding, family-oriented manufacturer with historic retention rates.
• Leadership & Autonomy: People-first off-shift role managing daily line assignments, driving efficiency, and mentoring a diverse production workforce.
• Schedule & Stability: Consistent 2nd shift hours (Mon-Fri, 1:30 PM - 11:30 PM) with occasional paid Saturday production demand.
• Strict Requirements: U.S. Citizenship or Permanent Residency (Green Card) required; residence within a comfortable 45-minute daily commute of Jefferson, WI.

If you are a production supervisor or team lead looking to escape toxic shop-floor politics and underappreciated off-shift hours, this direct-hire role offers a major career upgrade. Our client is a rapidly expanding food manufacturer recognized for exceptional employee care, state-of-the-art facilities, and long-term stability. Operating in a safety-conscious environment, you will receive the full backing and resources needed to drive procedural improvements, optimize line efficiencies, and advance along a structured management track.

What You Will Be Doing (Daily Responsibilities)

• Team Leadership & Motivation: Direct, mentor, and motivate an off-shift production crew, managing daily line assignments and optimizing headcount for efficiency.
• Material & Resource Coordination: Coordinate raw ingredient delivery and resource allocation to streamline material flow and achieve daily throughput targets.
• Food Safety & Compliance: Uphold stringent food safety protocols and regulatory benchmarks, maintaining 100% compliance with GMPs, HACCP, and SQF guidelines.
• Continuous Improvement: Initiate tactical lean manufacturing projects to eliminate line bottlenecks and improve Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE).
• Shift Handoff Management: Act as the primary liaison between 1st and 2nd shift teams to ensure seamless communication and zero lost productivity.
• Shift Administration: Handle labor tracking logs, performance reviews, conflict resolution, and daily production metric reporting.

What We Are Looking For (Requirements & Qualifications)

• Verifiable Supervisory Experience: 3+ years of leadership experience supervising production lines, blending operations, or packaging teams in a regulated environment.
• Food Safety Fundamentals: Solid working knowledge of food safety standards, GMP compliance, and quality operations.
• People-First Leadership: Collaborative communication style with a proven track record of mentoring teams, de-escalating floor friction, and building positive culture.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) or localized ERP systems for scheduling and performance tracking.
• Local Commute: US Citizen or Green Card holder residing within a dependable 45-minute daily commute of the Greater Jefferson, WI area.

Preferred Technical Assets (Bonus Skills)

• Union Environment: Prior experience managing workflows and leading production teams within a unionized plant.
• Advanced Safety Certifications: Official HACCP or SQF practitioner certification.
• Lean Manufacturing Knowledge: Hands‑on experience applying 5S, Kaizen, or Root Cause Analysis (RCA) on automated packaging lines.