Production Supervisor

Dairy Farmers of America; Cedarburg (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

401(k) with company contribution

Paid vacation and holidays

Career growth opportunities - we PROMO

Service recognition and employee奖励

Employee referral program

Tuition reimbursement

Work for dairy farm families

Comprehensive Benefits Package after 1

Meal/other perks

Job summary

Kemps in Cedarburg, WI seeks a Production Supervisor to lead the 2nd shift in a fast paced dairy manufacturing environment. You will drive safety, quality and productivity while building high performing teams and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

The role is hands-on and requires coaching, scheduling, and problem solving with strong computer skills. You will monitor equipment, ensure training and compliance, and partner with cross‑functional teams to meet customer demand and

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Dairy Science, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
• 3+ years of food manufacturing experience, preferably in the dairy or food & beverage industry.
• 2+ years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of continuous improvement methodologies and a commitment to driving process efficiency, productivity, and quality improvements.
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and the ability to learn and adapt to new systems and technologies quickly.

Responsibilities

• Monitor pasteurizing, separating, cooling or freezing, filling, mixing, cleanup, standardizing, and storing operations to meet production and quality standards.
• Lead daily production activities to ensure safety, quality, and productivity goals are achieved.
• Examine equipment to ensure proper function, cleaning and sanitization; arrange for timely repairs.
• Uphold SQF 2000 Level 3 requirements, manage policies and drive continuous improvement for certification.
• Supervise production scheduling, staffing, and material readiness to meet customer demand.
• Coach, train, and develop team members while promoting engagement and accountability.
• Manage employee performance, timekeeping, corrective actions, and labor relations as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Safety culture

Team development

Computer skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Dairy Science, Business Administration

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

We are seeking a motivated Production Supervisor to lead our XX shift operations in our fast-paced food manufacturing environment in Cedarburg, WI. This hands‑on leadership role is responsible for driving production performance, promoting a culture of safety and quality, and developing high‑performing teams. Join a company committed to quality, teamwork, and continuous improvement while building your leadership career with Kemps.

Shift: 2nd shift (desirable rotation work schedule)

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Monitor the pasteurizing, separating, cooling or freezing, filling, mixing, clean‑up, standardizing, and storing operations to ensure that plant production and quality standards are met.
• Lead daily production activities to ensure safety, quality, and productivity goals are achieved.
• Examine the equipment used in production processes to ensure that equipment is functioning efficiently and is properly cleaned and sanitized. Arrange for timely repair/resolution of equipment failures.
• Understands and fulfills the requirements of the SQF 2000 Level 3 code of regulation for food safety and quality. Manages policies, procedures, and programs related to operations. Foster continuous improvement to maintain the SQF 2000 Level 3 certification.
• Supervise the production scheduling, staffing, and material readiness to meet customer demand.
• Coach, train, and develop team members while fostering employee engagement and accountability.
• Manage employee performance, timekeeping, corrective actions, and labor relations matters as needed.

• High school diploma required; Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Dairy Science, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
• 3+ years of food manufacturing experience, preferably in the dairy or food & beverage industry.
• Knowledge of continuous improvement methodologies and a commitment to driving process efficiency, productivity, and quality improvements.
• 2+ years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop teams while driving a culture of safety, quality, and efficiency.
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) and the ability to learn and adapt to new systems and technologies quickly.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive Benefits Package available 1st of the month after start date
• 401(k) with company contribution
• Competitive pay
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Career growth opportunities - we promote from within!
• Service recognition and employee rewards
• Employee referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Work for dairy farm families

An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans