Bakery Value Stream Supervisor

Torrey Holistics; Oak Creek (WI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision, disability

Profit Sharing Bonus

401(k) with matching

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Life and AD&D Insurance

Paid Holidays

Job summary

FURLANI FOODS, LLC in Oak Creek, WI is seeking a manufacturing leader on the 3rd shift to direct two high-speed lines and a team of 58–62 associates. You will champion Lean practices, drive OEE improvements, and coordinate with QA, Warehousing, Sanitation, and Maintenance to sustain flow and hit the production plan.

The ideal candidate has 2–3 years of leadership experience with Lean/Six Sigma exposure, strong coaching skills, and a commitment to safety and quality in a GMP/SQF/HACCP environment.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of manufacturing leadership experience with a hands-on, problem-solving style.
• Lean, continuous improvement, or Six Sigma exposure; ability to lead kaizen-level activities.
• Proven team leadership and talent development skills.
• Comfort with ERP systems and Microsoft Office.
• Steadfast commitment to safety and quality.

Responsibilities

• Direct daily production and packaging on two high-speed lines to maintain flow and hit plan.
• Coordinate with QA, Warehousing, Sanitation, and Maintenance to ensure seamless operations.
• Improve OEE by eliminating losses, minimizing changeover time, and solving root causes.
• Coach, develop, and engage associates; fuel continuous improvement and problem-solving.
• Drive safety and food safety compliance: GMP, SQF, HACCP.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Team Leadership

Problem Solving

ERP Systems

Microsoft Office

Food Safety

Tools

ERP Systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Shape the Flow of \"Good Mood Food\" at Our Oak Creek BakeryFurlani Foods blends decades of craft in specialty garlic bread with a bold, innovation-first mindset. At our brand-new Oak Creek, WI bakery, we’re building a culture of total employee engagement and a Zero Loss Mindset—where every idea matters and excellence is the daily standard.A Day (and Night) in This RoleOn our 3rd shift (Sunday–Thursday, 10:00 pm–7:00 am), you’ll lead the value stream across two high-speed lines, guiding a team of 58–62 associates. Your shift kicks off with a safety and quality huddle, aligning with partners in Quality Assurance, Warehousing, Sanitation, and Maintenance. You’ll monitor OEE, attack bottlenecks, reduce downtime, and champion Lean practices—while upholding GMP, SQF, and HACCP standards to deliver consistently exceptional garlic bread.What You’ll OwnDirect daily production and packaging on two high-speed lines to maintain flow and hit plan.Coordinate with QA, Warehousing, Sanitation, and Maintenance to ensure seamless operations.Improve OEE by eliminating losses, minimizing changeover time, and solving root causes.Coach, develop, and engage associates; fuel continuous improvement and problem-solving.Drive safety and food safety compliance: GMP, SQF, HACCP.How We Measure SuccessOverall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) trending upwardReduced machine downtime and fewer food safety incidentsProactive health and safety incident preventionImproved quality and waste reductionWhat You Bring2–3 years of manufacturing leadership experience with a hands-on, problem-solving style.Lean, continuous improvement, or Six Sigma exposure; ability to lead kaizen-level activities.Proven team leadership and talent development skills.Comfort with ERP systems and Microsoft Office.Steadfast commitment to safety and quality.Travel: up to 1–2 times per year within Canada and USA for training.Bonus PointsBilingual (English/Spanish)Formal Lean training (Greenbelt)Compensation & BenefitsSalary: $80,000 – $90,000Health, Dental, Vision, disability insuranceAnnual Incentive Program (Profit Sharing Bonus)Traditional and Roth 401(k) with matchingPaid Time OffEmployee Assistance ProgramLife and AD&D InsurancePaid HolidaysPreferred ProficienciesContinuous ImprovementFood and Beverage ManufacturingProduction OptimizationLean Manufacturing PrinciplesOur CommitmentsEEO STATEMENT:To provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at FURLANI FOODS, LLC will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. FURLANI FOODS, LLC does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices based on race, color, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, arrest record, conviction record, disability, religion, veteran status, or any other protected characteristics as specified by local, state, provincial, or federal law.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.The tasks listed here provide a glimpse of the full job description. The complete job description will be provided upon request and/or receiving an offer of employment.