2nd Shift Production Lead – Dry Ingredients

Fortress Nutrition

New Berlin (WI)

On-site

USD 33,000 - 36,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

PTO with carryover

9 paid holidays

Medical, Dental & Vision

HSA

Life & Disability

401(k) match

Employee Assistance Program

Referral bonuses

Job summary

Fortress Nutrition is seeking a Production Lead for the Dry Powder Operations on 2nd shift (Mon-Fri 2:00 PM–10:30 PM) to drive safety, quality, and efficiency on the floor.

You will coach operators, oversee blending and packaging, manage workflow, and partner with Supervisors to address downtime, equipment issues, and training.

This hands-on leadership role emphasizes GDPs, GMPs, food safety, and continuous improvement in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

Minimum two years in a lead or supervisory role with coaching responsibilities.
Experience in food/beverage manufacturing and knowledge of GMPs and sanitation.
Strong math skills and ability to train and develop others.
Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook and Excel; strong communication abilities.

Responsibilities

Direct daily 2nd shift production activities to ensure safety, quality, and on-time completion.
Lead, coach, and develop operators; assign and optimize labor utilization.
Oversee blending and packaging; report downtime and equipment issues promptly.
Provide shift coverage as acting supervisor and generate end-of-shift reports.
Train new employees; build SME knowledge of MMR documentation and GDP compliance.
Drive continuous improvement in production methods and process flows.

Skills

Lead / supervisory experience

Coaching operators

Problem solving

English proficiency

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Hoist operation

Scissor Lift

Forklift

Job description

Production Lead – Dry Powder Division | 2nd Shift, Monday–Friday

Fortress Nutrition is growing—and we’re looking for an experienced Production Lead to help drive safety, quality, efficiency, and continuous improvement within our Dry Powder Operations team. This is a hands-on, working leadership role responsible for supporting daily production activities, coaching operators, improving processes, and serving as the primary resource and leader for the team on 2nd shift.

If you’re passionate about developing people, improving manufacturing processes, and creating a culture of accountability and operational excellence, this could be a great fit for you.

Schedule: 2nd Shift

Monday–Friday: 2:00 PM–10:30 PM
Overtime and weekend work may be required based on production and business needs

What You’ll Do

Direct daily production activities on 2nd shift to ensure safety, quality, productivity, and on-time completion of work
Provide day-to-day leadership, coaching, and support to production employees
Oversee blending and packaging operations and communicate downtime or recurring equipment issues to the Production Supervisor, Plant Manager and Maintenance immediately
Provide work assignments and coordinate labor utilization to maximize production and output
Fill in for the Production Supervisor on the shift, including providing direction to operators, monitoring inventory, and sending end-of-day production reports
Oversee training of new employees; Coach, develop and train current team members
Develop a working knowledge of machinery/equipment and job stations to provide operational support where needed
Recommend and implement improvements to production methods, equipment performance, workflow, and product quality
Monitor completion and accuracy of Master Manufacturing Records (MMRs) and ensure all documentation follows Good Documentation Practices (GDPs)
Serve as the department subject matter expert for MMR documentation and identify additional training opportunities on the team when needed
Ensure employees consistently follow GMPs, food safety standards, PPE requirements, safety/sanitation standards, and all company policies
Promote a positive, team-oriented, servant leadership culture focused on accountability, communication, and continuous improvement
Communicate effectively with operators, supervisors, and leadership regarding production priorities and operational concerns
Complete special projects and other duties as assigned
Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary work area
Support team operations through overtime or weekend work when needed
Perform all other duties as assigned by leadership

What We’re Looking For

Required Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED
Minimum of two (2) years of lead or supervisory experience with direct responsibility for employee coaching, performance management, time and attendance oversight, disciplinary action, and team training & development
1+ years of experience in food/beverage manufacturing, with strong understanding and knowledge of food safety and quality programs (GMPs, handwashing, allergen controls, sanitation, cross-contamination prevention, etc.)
Experience driving process and continuous improvement initiatives
Strong mathematical skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division
Strong organizational, professional communication, and problem-solving skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and other computer programs/applications
Ability to adapt quickly, prioritize changing workloads, and make sound decisions independently
Ability to safely operator Hoist, Scissor Lift, and Forklift
Ability to read, write, and communicate in English
Ability to work overtime and weekends as required by production or business needs

Must demonstrate a high sense of urgency, proactively identify and resolve production issues, and remain actively engaged throughout the shift. This position requires continuous observation of operations, immediate response to production concerns, and the ability to effectively lead others through changing priorities while maintaining safety, quality, and production goals. Individuals who are not attentive, proactive, and capable of confidently leading and holding others accountable will not be successful in this role.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience machine operating high-speed packaging equipment in a manufacturing environment
Strong knowledge of GMPs, food safety, and quality standards
Previous experience in a mixing/blending role within a regulated industry
Lean Manufacturing knowledge and continuous improvement experience
Bilingual is a plus (English/Spanish)

Physical Requirements

Ability to stand and walk for extended periods (up to 10 hours in a shift)
Ability to frequently lift, carry, push, pull, or move materials and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds
Ability to safely work from a mezzanine workstation or scissor lift up to 20 feet high
Frequent use of hands to operate controls, tools, equipment, and packaging materials
Frequent reaching, bending, kneeling, crouching, climbing, and balancing
Frequent use of hands and fingers to handle and operate tools, equipment and packaging materials

Working Conditions/Environment

Ability to work in an environment with exposure to food allergens (including dairy and soy), airborne powder/dust, and wet conditions
Must be able to work around industrial high-speed moving machinery and equipment with frequent exposure to moderate to loud noise levels

Pay & Benefits