Production Supervisor

Keystone Distinction Group; Cudahy (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Keystone Distinction Group is seeking a Production Supervisor for the 1st and 2nd shifts in Cudahy, WI. You will lead production employees, ensure targets and quality standards are met, and drive continuous improvement on the line.

You will train and coach staff, enforce safety protocols, and coordinate with operations to optimize yields and reduce downtime. A Bachelor’s degree in Business or related field and 2+ years of experience are required, with food/bev background preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business or related field and 2+ years of relevant experience required.
• Experience leading and mentoring staff or managing a process/project.
• Food or beverage manufacturing background preferred; logistics/warehouse acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Lead production employees on 1st and 2nd shifts to meet targets on time and to quality standards.
• Oversee production process from yields tracking to real-time adjustments to maintain flow.
• Train, coach, and motivate team while emphasizing safety and quality.
• Perform daily floor inspections and correct unsafe conditions.
• Lead safety audits and ensure HACCP and USDA regulations compliance.
• Monitor quality plans and train staff on safe operating procedures (LOTO, etc.).
• Analyze production metrics to identify improvements and reduce downtime.

Skills

Leadership

Training

Communication

Problem solving

Analytical thinking

Math skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or related field

Job description

Job Title: Production Supervisor – 1st & 2nd shifts

Location: Cudahy, Wisconsin

Salary: $65-75K plus bonus

The Production Supervisor will guide and lead production employees during your shifts, ensuring production targets are met on time and to the highest quality standards. Responsible for leading the charge on the front lines. You'll oversee the entire production process, from tracking yields to making real‑time adjustments to keep things running smoothly. You'll play a pivotal role in training, coaching, and motivating your team to achieve production goals while maintaining safety and quality.

Job Duties & Responsibilities of the Production Supervisor:

• Perform daily inspections on the production floor to identify unsafe conditions and take immediate corrective action as needed.
• Lead safety audits, champion ergonomic initiatives, and ensure adherence to HACCP and USDA regulations.
• Maintain product quality by enforcing the Food Safety and Food Quality plans, training employees on safe operating procedures (including lock‑out/tag‑out), and ensuring tasks are performed according to product specifications.
• Track and analyze production yields, efficiencies, and variances, working with Operations Managers and Supervisors to improve workflows and equipment use to minimize downtime and reduce costs.
• Direct and provide guidance to hourly production employees, ensuring alignment on safety, quality, and production goals.
• Lead monthly line meetings and walk the production floor daily.
• Analyze key product performance metrics, identify areas for improvement, and suggest changes to enhance production efficiency, minimize costs, and maintain high standards of quality.

Education & Experience Requirements of the Production Supervisor:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four‑year college or university in Business or a related field and 2+ years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience, required.
• Experience acting as a lead by providing training, coaching or mentoring to less experienced staff or through managing a process or project.
• Food or beverage manufacturing background preferred, otherwise any logistics or warehouse experience.
• Strong communication skills (oral and written) while leading problem‑solving efforts for complex process issues with solid analytical and math abilities.
• Skilled at motivating, training, and coaching employees to achieve peak performance while fostering a positive, respectful, and team‑oriented work environment.
• Adaptable to fast‑paced, dynamic environments, capable of working in varying conditions (heat and cold), and willing to work long hours and weekends when needed.