Production Line Lead - 2nd Shift

Saputo Inc.; Franklin (WI); On-site; USD 41,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401k

Paid time off

Employee stock options

Volunteer time off (VTO) program

Smoke-free campus

Job summary

Saputo Cheese USA Inc. in Wisconsin seeks a Line Lead to set up and supervise production lines, ensuring safety, quality, and on‑time completion of orders. You will lead line attendants, enforce GMP, HACCP and SSOP standards, and maintain a clean, organized workspace.

The role requires reading production worksheets, performing quality checks, and entering data on production reports. The candidate should be reliable, detail‑oriented, and able to work overtime.

Qualifications

• Have a working knowledge of the production and plant processes.
• Ability to work scheduled hours and required overtime as needed.
• Display traits of reliability, honesty, respect, attention to detail, and punctuality.
• Have basic analytical and numerical skills and the ability to perform mathematical calculations in different units.
• Can communicate effectively and efficiently.
• Have a working knowledge of Safety Methods and Procedures.
• Is self-motivated, able to multi-task, and can work independently and as part of a team.
• Committed to food safety, quality, and customer satisfaction.
• Demonstrates professionalism and positively represents Saputo at all times.
• Ability to work in manufacturing environment with noise, temperature changes, standing, bending, etc.
• Physical lifting up to 40-lbs unassisted.

Responsibilities

• Maintain compliance with GMP, SOP, HACCP, SSOP, and H&S policies.
• Oversee day-to-day manufacturing activities within the department.
• Supervise production lines to ensure orders are completed correctly and on schedule.
• Perform inventory management and order tracking recordkeeping.
• Maintain a safe and orderly workspace in line with industry standards.
• Conduct quality checks and report issues to supervisor.
• Ensure packaging meets customer specifications (price/date/label/packaging).
• Monitor overall product quality and keep equipment and facility sanitary.
• Read and interpret production worksheets.
• Enter data on production reports.
• Adhere to stated safety policies and procedures on every assignment.

Skills

Production knowledge

Overtime ability

Reliability

Analytical skills

Communication

Safety procedures

Self-motivated

Teamwork

Food safety

Professionalism

Attention to detail

Reading worksheets

Job description

At Saputo, we bring good to the table by making high-quality products, investing in our people, and supporting communities around the world . As a top 10 global dairy processor, we value contributions that matter and strive to foster an inclusive, growth-driven work environment. Ready to bring your best?

As a Line Lead you will be responsible for setting up and overseeing the production lines and line attendants to ensure that time and safety standards are being met. A qualified individual will be able to effectively lead and direct employees, ensure employee safety, follow all industry rules and regulations, and work to maintain a high standard of work ethics.

How You Will Make Contributions That Matter:

• Maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures including but not limited to, GMP, SOP, HACCP, SSOP, and H&S.
• Oversees the day-to-day manufacturing activities within your department.
• Supervise production lines to ensure that all orders are completed correctly and on schedule.
• Perform recordkeeping tasks, including inventory management and order tracking.
• Work to maintain a safe and orderly workspace that adheres to industry standards.
• Perform quality control, follow reporting and recordkeeping procedures, and report problems to supervisor.
• Quality checks to assure product is packaged according to customer specifications on production sheet (price/date/label/packaging).
• Monitor and oversee the overall quality of the finished product by maintaining the equipment and facility in a sanitary condition.
• Ability to read and comprehend production worksheets.
• Keep work area neat, clean, and organized at all times.
• Make productive use of down time.
• Attend various mandatory safety and departmental meetings.
• Sanitize lines when needed.
• Enter data on production reports.
• All Saputo employees are expected to perform any assignment or job task according to the stated safety policies and procedures.

You Are Best Suited For The Role If You Have The Following Experiences, Skills, and Qualifications

• Have a working knowledge of the production and plant processes.
• Ability to work scheduled hours and required overtime as needed.
• Display’s traits of reliability, honesty, respect, attention to detail, and punctuality.
• Have basic analytical and numerical skills and the ability to perform mathematical calculations (add, subtract, multiply, divide) in different units of measurement.
• Can communicate effectively and efficiently.
• Have a working knowledge of Safety Methods and Procedures.
• Is self-motivated, able to multi-task, and can work independently and as part of a team.
• Is committed to food safety, quality, and customer satisfaction.
• Demonstrates professionalism and positively represents and promotes Saputo at all times.
• Ability to work in manufacturing environment which includes but not limited to: noise, changing temperatures (hot, wet, cold, humid), standing/walking/bending/stooping/climbing stairs, maneuvering around manufacturing equipment consistently throughout the shift.
• Physical lifting up to 40-lbs unassisted frequently throughout the shift.
• Working with chemicals, wearing personal protective equipment, and following approved chemical handling procedures.

We Support and Care For Our Employees By Providing Them With…

• Comprehensive benefit programs that include medical, dental and vision insurance, EAP, 401k, employee stock options, paid time off.
• Employee recognition and incentive programs.
• Opportunities to contribute to your community via a VTO program and plant engagement activities.
• Work on a smoke free campus that promotes a healthy and wellness focused lifestyle.

Pay $31.16 and hour + Shift differential

In the USA, Saputo ranks among the top three cheese producers and is one of the top producers of extended shelf-life and cultured dairy products, with a portfolio of well-loved brands such as Stella, Frigo Cheese, Montchevre, Stella, and Treasure Cave. We also boast a strong foodservice presence, partnering with reputable chain restaurants and broadline distributors.

Whether your expertise lies in manufacturing, operations, supply chain, sales, quality assurance, or in any other function, your role is integral to our success. You will make contributions that matter, all while working alongside colleagues who genuinely care about your success and who will roll up their sleeves to help.

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EEO

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