Operations Supervisor | 1st Shift

Gehl Food & Beverage; Town of Germantown (WI); On-site; USD 83,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package – medical, dental, vision & 401(k) match

Generous PTO & holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Referral bonus program

Discounts on shopping, travel & more

Job summary

Gehl Food & Beverage in Germantown, WI is hiring an Operations Supervisor to lead production teams. This role involves overseeing workflow and staff development while ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. Candidates should have 5+ years of manufacturing experience and 2+ years in a supervisory role. The position offers a salary range of $83,000 to $85,000, along with a full benefits package including tuition reimbursement and generous PTO.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of manufacturing experience, preferably in food, process, or high-speed packaging.
• 2+ years of leadership or supervisory experience.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with sound judgment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage production staff performance and development.
• Create and maintain production schedules and staffing plans.
• Promote and enforce safety, quality, and GMP standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Continuous improvement

Mechanical aptitude

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

ERP systems

HMI systems

Job description

Now Hiring:

Operations Supervisor

Reports To:

Aseptic Manager

Salary Range:

83,000 - 85,000

Benefits

• Full benefits package – medical, dental, vision & 401(k) match
• Generous PTO & holidays
• Growth opportunities to expand skillsets & enhance career
• Amazing team & culture focused on: Communication | Community | Wellness
• Tuition reimbursement
• HSA Medical plan option with annual company contribution
• Referral bonus program
• Perks at Work – discounts on shopping, travel & more
• Proven continued business growth for future opportunities

Description

Reporting to the Aseptic Manager, the Operations Supervisor leads shift-based production teams to drive performance, safety, quality, and efficiency. This role oversees workflow, employee development, and production scheduling while ensuring compliance with company standards and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage production staff performance, coaching, and development (including Individual Development Plans).
• Create and maintain production schedules, staffing plans, and training assignments.
• Oversee production startups, shutdowns, and changeovers.
• Promote and enforce safety, quality, and GMP standards, lead audits and investigations.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across safety, quality, and efficiency.
• Support recruitment, onboarding, and training of team members.
• Handle employee relations, including coaching, discipline, and performance management.
• Facilitate shift communications, meetings, and cross-department collaboration.
• Monitor output, resolve FPQ issues, and ensure product quality and customer satisfaction.
• Maintain technical knowledge of equipment and processes within the work unit.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 5+ years of manufacturing experience (food, process, or high-speed packaging preferred)
• 2+ years of leadership or supervisory experience
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• Experience with continuous improvement and managing change
• Mechanical aptitude and knowledge of aseptic processes preferred
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and ERP/HMI systemsAbility to work in a fast-paced environment with sound judgment
• Valid driver’s license (travel may be required)

Salary Description

83,000K - 85,000K