3rd Shift Production Leader — Lead, Optimize, Grow

dsm-firmenich; Menomonee Falls (WI); On-site; USD 34,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

PTO & holidays

Growth opportunities

Purpose-led culture

Brand growth projects

Make an impact

Job summary

dsm-firmenich in Menomonee Falls, WI seeks a 3rd Shift Leader, Production to oversee and optimize food ingredient manufacturing processes. You will lead a team, manage raw materials, and maintain equipment to ensure quality, safety, and efficiency in a 3rd shift operation (Sunday to Thursday, 10:30 PM–7:00 AM).

You will implement standard procedures, drive improvements, and support business growth. The role requires strong leadership, prior manufacturing experience, and the ability to work in a

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Experience leading a manufacturing team is preferred.
• Forklift certification or ability to obtain it upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Assign duties to Production Operators and Production Workers.
• Notify the Production Supervisor and Scheduler of raw material needs and issues.
• Follow process formulas using ingredients such as cheese, cream, butter, and cream cheese.
• Work with live enzymes to achieve the finished product.
• Maintain processes within product specifications (TA, moisture, salt, fat).
• Follow cook step pasteurization and incubation times as required.
• Load and unload materials and package finished products.
• Operate forklifts and other material handling equipment.
• Clean machines and facilities and ensure food safety protocols are followed.
• Adhere to Safety Health and Environmental rules and regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Manufacturing experience

Forklift operation

Safety compliance

Team motivation

Production management software

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Production management software

Job description

dsm-firmenich in Menomonee Falls, WI seeks a 3rd Shift Leader, Production to oversee and optimize food ingredient manufacturing processes. You will lead a team, manage raw materials, and maintain equipment to ensure quality, safety, and efficiency in a 3rd shift operation (Sunday to Thursday, 10:30 PM–7:00 AM).

You will implement standard procedures, drive improvements, and support business growth. The role requires strong leadership, prior manufacturing experience, and the ability to work in a