Dairy Production Lead — Shift & Quality Champion

La Vaquita Cheese; Monroe (WI); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

La Vaquita Cheese is seeking a capable production lead to assist the supervisor in directing daily operations, training staff, and covering breaks and vacations across the production floor. The role emphasizes safety, GMP/HACCP compliance, quality product output, and continuous improvement of processes, with strong teamwork and communication required to succeed in a fast-paced dairy environment.

Responsibilities include leading shifts, maintaining operational records, and ensuring adherence to

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or equivalent and 4+ years manufacturing/production experience with leadership attributes.
• Certification and/or license may be required during course of employment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and company computer systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist the supervisor in directing daily production activities, training staff, and covering breaks and vacation relief.
• Lead a shift to ensure production of a quality product and minimal turnaround times.
• Ensure compliance with GMP, HACCP, safety, and plant policies and procedures.

Skills

Leadership

Training

Communication

Teamwork

Safety awareness

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma

Certification/licensing (may be required)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

La Vaquita Cheese is seeking a capable production lead to assist the supervisor in directing daily operations, training staff, and covering breaks and vacations across the production floor. The role emphasizes safety, GMP/HACCP compliance, quality product output, and continuous improvement of processes, with strong teamwork and communication required to succeed in a fast-paced dairy environment.

Responsibilities include leading shifts, maintaining operational records, and ensuring adherence to