Dairy Processing Supervisor — Lead & Optimize Production

Leprino Foods; Fort Morgan (CO); On-site; USD 81,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life insurance and medical benefits

401(k) with profit sharing

Paid holidays and vacation

Job summary

Leprino Foods in Fort Morgan, CO seeks a Production Supervisor (Processing) to drive dairy ingredient production, quality, and safety. You will lead hourly staff in the Processing Department, plan daily staffing, coach teams, and partner with maintenance and quality groups to keep lines moving.

This role offers a starting salary of $81,000–$92,000 per year with a 10% annual target bonus, plus comprehensive benefits and a profit-sharing/401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Dairy Technology, or related field or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years in food manufacturing with at least 1 year leading/mentoring others.
• Experience with processing or packaging systems and troubleshooting.
• Strong computer proficiency and ability to learn SAP or other manufacturing software.
• Ability to work weekends, swing, and overnight shifts.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support a team of hourly employees in the Processing Department, ensuring quality, safety, and efficient production.
• Plan and schedule daily staffing to meet production goals and maintain a safe, collaborative environment.
• Coach, mentor, and develop team members through training and feedback.
• Communicate clearly to build trust and recognize performance that makes a difference.
• Supervise daily shift operations to meet productivity, yield, and product quality standards.

Skills

Team leadership

Problem solving

Strong communication

SAP / manufacturing software

Education

Bachelor's degree in Food Science or Dairy Technology

Tools

SAP

Job description

Leprino Foods in Fort Morgan, CO seeks a Production Supervisor (Processing) to drive dairy ingredient production, quality, and safety. You will lead hourly staff in the Processing Department, plan daily staffing, coach teams, and partner with maintenance and quality groups to keep lines moving.

This role offers a starting salary of $81,000–$92,000 per year with a 10% annual target bonus, plus comprehensive benefits and a profit-sharing/401(k) plan.