Lead Production Supervisor - Food Manufacturing & Lean

IPM FOODS; Janesville (WI); On-site; USD 58,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

IPM FOODS in Janesville, WI is seeking a Production Supervisor to lead front-line manufacturing operations on the assigned shift, ensuring safe, efficient mixing, filling, and packaging of soups, sauces, and broths in compliance with FDA/USDA standards.

Responsibilities include directing hourly teams, monitoring line performance, supporting continuous improvement, and partnering with the Production Manager to drive quality, throughput, and waste reduction.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-3 years of supervisory or team-lead experience in a food, beverage, or consumer goods manufacturing environment.
• Soup, broth, sauce, or liquid food manufacturing experience strongly preferred.
• Working knowledge of cGMPs, HACCP principles, and FDA/USDA food safety requirements.
• Proven ability to lead diverse hourly teams, hold individuals accountable, and foster a positive, safe work culture.
• Strong communication skills; ability to give clear direction and constructive feedback at all levels.
• Solid organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced shift environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; ERP or MES experience a plus. Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and direct hourly production associates across mixing, filling, and packaging lines on the assigned shift.
• Ensure daily production schedules are met by coordinating crew assignments, ingredient staging, and equipment readiness at shift start.
• Monitor line performance, throughput, yield, and waste; upscale and resolve downtime issues promptly.
• Enforce GMP, HACCP, food safety, sanitation, and OSHA requirements; conduct floor inspections and accountability.
• Complete batch records, production logs, and shift reports; communicate key variances to the Production Manager.
• Coach, train, and onboard new associates; identify skill gaps and recommend development actions.
• Support LEAN and continuous improvement efforts to reduce waste and lower operating costs.

Job description

IPM FOODS in Janesville, WI is seeking a Production Supervisor to lead front-line manufacturing operations on the assigned shift, ensuring safe, efficient mixing, filling, and packaging of soups, sauces, and broths in compliance with FDA/USDA standards.

Responsibilities include directing hourly teams, monitoring line performance, supporting continuous improvement, and partnering with the Production Manager to drive quality, throughput, and waste reduction.