Dairy Protein Production Lead

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

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Life insurance

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Tuition assistance

Paid holidays

Sick time

Parental leave

Profit sharing

401(k) plan

Job summary

Leprino Foods in Greeley, CO, seeks a Production Supervisor (Protein) to advance dairy ingredient manufacturing. You will lead hourly teammates in the Protein Department (Native Whey & Micellar Casein), ensure quality, safety, and efficient shifts, and drive daily staffing to meet goals.

The role requires a degree in Food Science/Dairy Technology or related field, 5+ years in food manufacturing with leadership experience, SAP familiarity, and weekend/overnight availability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Dairy Technology, or a related field - or equivalent work experience.
• 5+ years of experience in food manufacturing, with at least 1 year of experience leading, mentoring, or delegating work to others.
• Working knowledge of processing or packaging systems, including equipment operations and troubleshooting.
• Strong computer proficiency and the ability to learn systems such as SAP or other manufacturing software.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support a team of hourly employees in our Protein Department, ensuring product quality, team safety, and efficient production each shift.
• Plan and schedule daily staffing to meet production goals while maintaining a safe, collaborative work environment.
• Guide, mentor, and develop team members through coaching, feedback, and ongoing technical and safety training.
• Build a culture of trust and teamwork by communicating clearly and recognizing performance that makes a difference.
• Supervise daily shift operations to meet or exceed established standards for productivity, yield, and product quality.
• Partner with maintenance and quality teams to identify equipment needs and ensure timely repairs that keep production moving.
• Oversee quality systems and sanitation programs that meet all food safety expectations and regulatory requirements.
• Promote and lead safe work practices every day, ensuring employees have the tools and training they need to perform their jobs safely.
• Monitor financial and operational performance, recommending improvements that enhance efficiency and reduce waste.

Job description

Leprino Foods in Greeley, CO, seeks a Production Supervisor (Protein) to advance dairy ingredient manufacturing. You will lead hourly teammates in the Protein Department (Native Whey & Micellar Casein), ensure quality, safety, and efficient shifts, and drive daily staffing to meet goals.

The role requires a degree in Food Science/Dairy Technology or related field, 5+ years in food manufacturing with leadership experience, SAP familiarity, and weekend/overnight availability.