Production Line Lead/Supervisor- 2nd shift

Krier Foods Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 37,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Krier Foods Inc. is seeking a Production Supervisor to lead the production line, oversee equipment, and drive safe, efficient manufacturing in a fast-paced facility.

You will focus on reducing downtime, meeting quality targets, and coaching operators to take on maintenance and sanitation tasks. Overtime and weekend work may be required, with a strong emphasis on GMP adherence and teamwork.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree in Manufacturing Supervision or related field preferred.
• 3+ years of manufacturing experience (food/beverage industry and machinery experience preferred).
• 1–2 years of supervisory/management experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Take charge of the production line, lead personnel by example, and manage processes and equipment, while fostering a positive culture of accountability and teamwork.
• Ensure equipment operates at peak efficiency, minimizing downtime while meeting productivity, safety, and quality targets.
• Identify bottlenecks, solve problems, and implement solutions to enhance productivity, safety, and quality.
• Guide, mentor, and develop team members in performing tasks safely and efficiently, with emphasis on developing operators for maintenance and sanitation tasks.
• Prioritize team well-being and maintain a positive, disciplined work environment.
• Communicate effectively with Quality, Sanitation, and Maintenance teams for seamless coordination.
• Ensure compliance with GMPs, PPE, forklift safety, break times, and SOPs.
• Lead Shop Floor Meetings, update efficiency boards, and ensure accurate production records.
• Monitor training progress and ensure adherence to job standards and regulatory requirements.
• Allocate resources to equipment maintenance, troubleshooting, line changeovers, and sanitation.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Prioritization

Communication

Coaching / Mentoring

Reading specs

Regulatory compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree preferred

Tools

Forklift certification

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Random Lake, WI 53075 Schedule: Monday- Friday 2:00pm- 10:30pm

Pay: $27- $30 an hour

Your starting pay will be determined by:

• Previous equipment operating experience
• Demonstrated proficiency operating equipment safely and efficiently
• The number and types of equipment you are qualified to operate

Key Responsibilities

• Excellence in Leadership: Take charge of the production line, lead personnel by example, and manage processes and equipment, while fostering a positive culture of accountability and teamwork.
• Optimize Performance: Ensure equipment operates at peak efficiency, minimizing downtime while meeting or exceeding productivity, safety, and quality targets.
• Drive Continuous Improvement: Identify bottlenecks, creatively problem-solve, and implement solutions to enhance productivity, safety, and quality.
• Coach, Train, and Develop: Guide, mentor, and assist production team members in performing tasks safely, efficiently, and in compliance with standardized procedures—with a special emphasis on developing machine operators to assist in and take over certain maintenance and sanitation functions such as CIPs and preventative maintenance.
• Prioritize Team Well-Being: Place the safety and development of team members above all else, ensuring a positive and disciplined work environment.
• Cross-Team Collaboration and Cohesion: Communicate effectively with Quality, Sanitation, and Maintenance teams to ensure seamless coordination.
• Set and Enforce the Standard: Ensure compliance with all operational and safety protocols, to include Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), PPE compliance, forklift safety, break times, and production and equipment SOPs.
• Supervise and Lead Daily Operations: Lead Shop Floor Meetings, update efficiency boards, ensure all production records are accurately completed.
• Oversee Training: Monitor training progress, maintain documentation, and ensure adherence to job standards and regulatory requirements.
• Problem Solving and Resource Allocation: Assist in and allocate resources to equipment maintenance, troubleshooting, line changeovers, and sanitation as needed.
• Maintain Cleanliness: Ensure work areas meet hygiene standards and leave the production line in better condition than found.
• Other duties as assigned.

QualificationsEducation and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree in Manufacturing Supervision or related field preferred.
• 3+ years of manufacturing experience (food/beverage industry and machinery experience preferred).
• 1–2 years of supervisory/management experience preferred.

Skills and Abilities:

• Demonstrated leadership success in a manufacturing setting.
• Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize tasks based on business needs with a proactive, high-urgency approach.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Ability to coach, mentor, and develop team members while fostering trust and collaboration.
• Proficient in reading and explaining job standards, quality specifications, and regulatory requirements.
• Forklift certification (provided by Krier Beverage, Inc.).
• Food Safety Training required.

Work Conditions:

• Must comply with Quality Management System and Food Safety Management policies.
• Overtime and occasional weekend work may be required.
• Vacation restrictions apply during Annual Maintenance Shutdown (typically post-Christmas).